Serbia’s President Vucic Resigns Before October Parliamentary Elections

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has resigned seven months before his term ends, triggering an early presidential election. This move enables him to potentially become prime minister if his party wins the upcoming parliamentary elections on October 25. Vucic addressed supporters gathered outside the presidency in Belgrade, stating his faithful service to Serbia.

• Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic resigned Sunday, seven months before his final term was to end.
• This resignation sets up an early presidential election.
• The move allows Vucic to pursue the prime minister position.
• This is contingent on his Serbian Progressive Party and allies forming the next government.
• Parliamentary elections are scheduled for October 25.
• Vucic addressed supporters gathered outside the presidency in Belgrade.