Belgrade University Stalemate: Professor Exposes Corruption, Political Maneuvering

Belgrade University's Opening Delayed: Professor Highlights Political Motivations and Corruption Belgrade, Serbia – The start of the academic year at the University of Belgrade remains uncertain, with ongoing disagreements between authorities, students, and faculty. Retired Professor Branko Kovačević, a former rector and professor at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, offered insights into the situation in a recent interview. Kovačević points to differing motivations among the parties involved. "The authorities have their own reasons," he stated, "while students and faculty have their own sets of demands." He further explained that "these demands aren't simply requests; they are fundamental principles, axioms that cannot be proven wrong." He emphasized that these principles are essential to any democratic society. The professor highlighted the role of corruption as a significant factor in the ongoing stalemate. He argued that fulfilling the demands would expose the tactics of the regime. "Corruption is the regime's main mechanism and lever," Kovačević asserted, suggesting that the authorities have no intention of meeting the demands because doing so would undermine their power. The situation remains unresolved, leaving students and faculty in limbo. Kovačević's analysis offers a crucial perspective on the political dynamics at play, underscoring the need for transparency and accountability in resolving the matter.