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In Serbia, a Strongman Under Fire Hails Himself as Defender of the Nation
Aleksandar Vucic, Serbia’s president, is facing unprecedented scrutiny for his role in the country’s political climate. Street protests against a “climate of violence” have erupted over recent mass shootings, prompting calls for