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Singer Sloba Vasić remains at the 'Dr Laza Lazarević' Clinic for Psychiatric Diseases after being removed from a flight for inappropriate behavior. His release has been postponed because the doctor in charge of his case is unavailable due to a death in her family.
The Belt of the Most Holy Theotokos, a revered Orthodox Christian relic from the Vatopedi Monastery on Mount Athos, has arrived in Belgrade for the city's Ascension Day (Spasovdan) celebrations. The relic will be at the head of a public procession and available for veneration by the faithful.
Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković has expressed condolences for the death of Julijana Bušić, wife of the late nationalist Zvonko Bušić, who was convicted for a 1976 plane hijacking. Plenković highlighted her lifelong dedication to the freedom of the Croatian people.
Philosopher Filip Grbić has stated that labeling Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić an autocrat is a "complete failure." Grbić argued that Vučić is one of the most liberal presidents in Europe and that Serbia suffers from an excess of freedom, not a lack of it.
Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister Taras Kachka visited Belgrade for a series of meetings with Serbian officials, including President Aleksandar Vučić, Prime Minister Đuro Macut, and Trade Minister Jagoda Lazarevic. Discussions focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation and finalizing a Free Trade Agreement between the two countries by the end of the year.
The British government has released historical documents concerning Prince Andrew's 2001 appointment as a special trade envoy. The documents reveal that the appointment was initiated following a specific request from the late Queen Elizabeth II and that there is no evidence of a formal security or suitability check having been conducted.
The owner of a restaurant in New Belgrade, identified as G. S., was shot and wounded in his establishment. Police quickly arrested the suspected shooter, a 24-year-old man identified as M.D., and are investigating the motive, with some reports suggesting a contract killing for €100,000.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić met with Milorad Dodik in Belgrade to discuss important issues for citizens of Serbia and Republika Srpska. The main topic was the construction of the Donja Gradina memorial center near the site of the former Jasenovac concentration camp.
A 50-year-old man was seriously injured in a traffic accident involving a car and a bus near the BIGZ building on Vojvoda Mišić Boulevard in Belgrade. The driver of the car was transported to the Emergency Center for treatment.
A tractor-trailer overturned on the highway between Subotica and Novi Sad, near Vrbas and Sirig, causing a complete traffic blockage and significant, kilometer-long queues. Authorities halted traffic to clear the scene before it could be gradually restored.
Following the conclusion of the Israeli league, the list of potential opponents for Crvena Zvezda in the second round of Champions League qualifiers is now finalized. The draw for the seeded Serbian team is scheduled for June 17, with the first matches set for July 23.
Ten individuals, including four police officers, have been arrested in connection with the disappearance and suspected murder of Aleksandar Nešović. Investigators are searching for his body, with the probe focusing on evidence found at the "27" restaurant in Belgrade's Senjak neighborhood, including blood traces and shell casings.
The Serbian Parliament has begun its clause-by-clause debate on proposed amendments to a set of electoral laws. After completing the discussion on the Law on Local Elections, members of parliament have moved on to debating changes to the Law on the Constitutional Court.
Southampton, a club owned by Dragan Šolak, has been disqualified from the Championship playoffs after its personnel were caught illegally recording the training sessions of an opposing team. The club will also face a four-point deduction in the next season.
Serbia's top-ranked female tennis player, Lola Radivojević, was eliminated in the second round of the Roland Garros qualifiers. She was defeated by Belgium's Greet Minnen in straight sets, 6-1, 6-2.
Serbia's national team won the overall title at the WDSF European Championship for Stage and Disco dance, held in Novi Sad. The Serbian team secured a total of 36 gold, 28 silver, and 26 bronze medals, solidifying the country's dominant position in European dance sport.
Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Mađar and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk met in Warsaw, agreeing that EU member states have the sovereign right to choose their energy suppliers. The leaders also discussed revitalizing the Visegrad Group and potentially expanding it to include Western Balkan countries.
Leaked messages allegedly show "Elita 9" participant Sofia Janićijević asking Dane Angelovski, a 70-year-old man, for money to cover her mother's loan payments. The messages have emerged after Janićijević's mother denied claims that her family was financially exploiting Angelovski.
A physical altercation occurred between participants Bora Santana and Anastasija Brčić in the bedroom of the "Elita 9" reality show. After Brčić reportedly threw an object at Santana, he slapped her multiple times before security intervened to separate them.
Serbian pop singer and dancer Aleksa Jelić underwent a successful surgery to have a stent implanted after experiencing health issues. He is reportedly recovering well and also spoke about his ongoing plans to become a parent through surrogacy.
