Arrr mateys, Moscow's mate Serbia be givin' those anti-war Russians a taste o' their own medicine in the Balkans!
2024-02-26
Arr, ye scallywags be fleein' Russia in droves, seekin' refuge in Serbia. But be warned, the Vucic government be keepin' a weather eye on any who dare speak out against Putin. Ye best be holdin' yer tongue if ye want to keep it!
In the port of Rogaca, Serbia, Elena Koposova found herself in hot water after speaking out against Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Despite Serbia's efforts to align with EU democratic values, Koposova faced expulsion for signing an anti-war letter. This crackdown on Russian expats reflects a larger trend of political repression in Serbia. Tensions have risen as Russian activists in Serbia encounter entry bans and residency revocations, highlighting the close ties between Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić and Putin.Koposova and other Russians sought refuge in Serbia, but now face uncertainty due to their activism. The lack of official explanation for these actions raises concerns about political motivations behind the crackdown. Russian pro-democracy activists in Serbia fear speaking out could lead to further repercussions.The situation underscores the challenges faced by anti-war campaigners in a country where government relations with Russia run deep. As Koposova fights to stay in her adopted home, the future remains uncertain for her and her family, caught in the crossfire of geopolitical tensions.