Media outlets report that the so-called “blockaders” have announced a protest in Belgrade on June 28, coinciding with Vidovdan—a sacred date in Serbian history—prompting widespread criticism for what is being seen as a deliberate provocation.
Vidovdan holds deep cultural and historical meaning for the Serbian people, symbolizing unity and collective resistance in the face of adversity. In contrast, critics argue that the protest movement represents the opposite—division and disruption—with some suggesting the demonstrators aim to strip the date of its national significance.
Observers have pointed out that this isn’t the first instance in which protesters have chosen religious or historically important dates to stage their actions. A previous 24-hour blockade at the Autokomanda roundabout was held on Saint Sava Day, another key date in Serbian heritage.
According to reports, these choices are being viewed not just as a political move, but as a sign of disregard for state values, tradition, and public sentiment.
