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Tens of thousands filled Novi Sad to mark a year since a rail station canopy collapse killed 16, turning remembrance into a sweeping rebuke of President Aleksandar Vucic’s rule. Students led moments of 16-minute silence, laid wreaths and lit candles, while speakers accused corruption and nepotism in state projects with China; 13 people have been charged, but none held responsible. A victim’s mother vowed a hunger strike. Despite recent police crackdowns and canceled trains, crowds arrived by road. EU enlargement chief Marta Kos praised calls for accountability and inclusive democracy.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.