Novi Sad Protest: Civilians and Police Clash in Tense Nighttime Confrontation

Novi Sad Nighttime Protest Turns Tense: Civilians Clash with Police A tense confrontation unfolded late on May 18th in Novi Sad, Serbia, as a group of civilians clashed with riot police. The incident, captured on video, shows a crowd of people, some holding umbrellas against the rain, throwing what appears to be white foam or powder at lines of police officers in full riot gear. The atmosphere is charged with anger and frustration, as evidenced by the audible shouting and expletives in the video. One eyewitness, whose identity is being withheld for safety reasons, stated, "It all started with a protest, but things quickly escalated. People were angry, and the police response seemed heavy-handed." Another individual, whose identity is also being withheld, commented, "They were just trying to express their frustration, but the police reacted aggressively." The video provides a stark visual record of the event, showing the close proximity between the civilians and the police, and the intensity of the emotions involved. While the specific reasons behind the clash remain unclear, the footage clearly depicts a significant public order incident in Novi Sad. Further investigation is needed to determine the full circumstances leading to the confrontation and the extent of any injuries or arrests. Authorities have yet to release an official statement regarding the incident. This incident highlights the need for de-escalation techniques during public protests to prevent such confrontations.