The banker, the basketball star, the cardiologist and the chemist: meet Serbia's potential new leaders

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   Serbia Student Movement Ousts Vucic

   Serbia has ousted right-wing ruler Aleksandar Vucic following a snap election organized after a student-led movement and opposition landslide victory. The political shift marks the end of an era for the nation and brings potential new leaders into focus, including a banker, a basketball star, a cardiologist, and a chemist. Students and protesters are celebrating their election triumph and beginning clean-up efforts while preparing to govern. Meanwhile, the political upheaval raises crucial questions regarding the country's foreign policy, its future alignment with European integration, and long-standing ties with Russia.

   Why it matters

   The unexpected electoral defeat of Aleksandar Vucic exposes the heavy political costs of the European Union's previous reliance on the ousted leader. Observers note that the leaderless revolution mirrors a novel model of democratic mobilization in Europe. As the victorious student lists and opposition figures prepare to take office, international attention focuses on how the transition will impact regional stability and anti-corruption reforms.

   What is confirmed

   • Serbia voted in a snap election as students sought to unseat Aleksandar Vucic.
   • A student-led movement ousted Serbia's right-wing ruler in the election.
   • The student movement and opposition celebrated an election triumph.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Aleksandar Vucic was talked down from a violent coup after the election loss.

   What to watch next

   • Formation of the new government by the student-backed lists and opposition figures
   • Official policy pronouncements regarding European integration and relations with Russia
   • Developments in media reforms undertaken by the victorious student groups
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