Serbian opposition supporters torch ruling party headquarters during ongoing protests on fifth night

Protesters target the political party office during Serbia demonstrations

Reuters

The ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) offices have been torched during a fifth consecutive night of unrest in Valjevo, where there were also clashes between anti-government protesters and police.

Police allegedly used stun grenades and tear gas on protesters after a group of masked individuals set fire to the SNS facilities.

Claims of police brutality have been reported in Belgrade and Novi Sad, but Serbia’s interior ministry denies these allegations.

Russia has also announced support for President Vučić, who is affiliated with the SNS, and stated it will not stand idle during the unrest.