Regional leaders urge reset in Serbian relations following political shift

Following the political exit of former Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić, political figures across the region are advocating for a reset in bilateral ties and institutional accountability.

Former Montenegrin President Milo Đukanović emphasized that repairing damaged relations with Belgrade must be a priority, questioning whether Serbia’s prospective cabinet will focus internally or pursue regional influence. Concurrently, Dejan Šoškić, highlighted as a potential candidate for Serbian prime minister, stated that political changes in Belgrade could enable Serbia to become a stabilizing force in the Balkans.

Domestically, scrutiny over state security continues. Opposition figures continue calling for investigations into allegations that the Security Information Agency operated in favor of the former ruling party. Meanwhile, administrative remnants of the previous administration persist, including a standing entry ban into Serbia imposed last year against Željko Ivanović, founder of Montenegro's Vijesti media outlet.

Sources: Dan, Danas, Klix, N1, Vijesti