Inside Europe
Inside Europe 6 February 2025
Feb 6, 2025
Guy Delaunay, DW's Balkans correspondent, provides revealing insights into the protests in Serbia and the impending elections in Kosovo. Jens Stoltenberg, the former NATO chief and Norway's new Finance Minister, discusses his unexpected return to politics. Meanwhile, Ben Batka delves into Finland’s rightward political shift, focusing on how it impacts migrants, asylum seekers, and societal attitudes towards immigration. The podcast highlights pressing issues of political unrest, accountability, and the human stories behind shifting politics in Europe.
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- Protests in Serbia highlight public outrage over government corruption following a tragic infrastructure collapse, demanding accountability and transparent investigations.
- In Sweden, a mass shooting at an educational center raises concerns about anti-immigrant sentiment and the urgent need for community understanding amidst grief.
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Serbia's Protests Sparked by Corruption
In Serbia, widespread protests were ignited by a tragic incident at the Novi Sad railway station where a newly renovated concrete canopy collapsed, resulting in the deaths of 15 people. This disaster has fueled public outrage, as many citizens believe corruption has played a significant role in the failure of this government infrastructure project. Protesters, led initially by students, carried banners accusing the government of being responsible and demanding transparent investigations into the incident. The protests have since gathered support from diverse groups across society, showcasing a united front against perceived governmental corruption and the demand for accountability.
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