Serbia’s President Vucic Resigns Before October Parliamentary Elections
Vucic said recently he was seeking to become prime minister.
TL;DR
- Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic resigned Sunday, seven months before his final term was to end.
- This resignation sets up an early presidential election.
- The move allows Vucic to pursue the prime minister position.
- This is contingent on his Serbian Progressive Party and allies forming the next government.
- Parliamentary elections are scheduled for October 25.
- Vucic addressed supporters gathered outside the presidency in Belgrade.