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Day: December 25, 2023
Baku/25.12.23/Turan: The Classical Party of the People’s Front of Azerbaijan (CPPF) has refused to participate in the extraordinary Presidential elections as stating the lack of democratic conditions for the election campaign in the country.
This decision was adopted on 17 December at a session of the Party’s Supreme Majlis and…
Thousands of protesters have flooded the streets of Belgrade, demanding the annulment of recent elections. The demonstration, marked by peaceful but passionate expressions of dissent, reflects a growing sentiment of dissatisfaction with the electoral process and its perceived shortcomings.
The populist ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) won 46.72% of the votes in snap parliamentary elections last weekend, according to state election commission preliminary results.
The protesters, comprising a diverse cross-section of the population, have converged on key locations in the city, carrying banners and chanting slogans calling for electoral transparency and fairness. The atmosphere is charged with a sense of urgency as demonstrators voice their concerns about the legitimacy of the recent electoral outcome.
Organized by a coalition of civil society groups, activists, and concerned citizens, the protest aims to draw attention to alleged irregularities in the electoral process. Critics claim that issues such as voter suppression, irregular ballot counting, and concerns about the independence of electoral institutions have undermined the credibility of the results.
Local authorities have so far allowed the peaceful assembly to proceed, with law enforcement maintaining a presence to ensure public safety. The protesters, undeterred by the cold weather, continue to express their discontent, emphasizing the need for democratic processes that uphold the principles of fairness and transparency.
Social media platforms are abuzz with images and videos from the demonstration, amplifying the protesters’ message and drawing attention from both domestic and international audiences. Calls for dialogue between the government and the demonstrators have also emerged, with many hoping for a peaceful resolution to address the concerns raised by the protesters.
