Serbia

As defense ties deepen, Serbia becomes one of Israel's closest allies in Europe

BEHIND THE LINES: Israel and Serbia’s current common interests and historic friendship combine to form an emerging partnership worthy of greater note.

AT A time of deep strains between Israel and several European countries, mainly related to domestic opposition to Israel’s war against Hamas in Gaza, the upward trajectory of the Jerusalem-Belgrade connection is of particular note, the writer suggests.
National Assembly in Belgrade hosts the "Partners in a Changing World: Central & Eastern Europe, America, Israel, and the New Middle East.

Israel, Serbia deepen alliance with landmark conference on US, CEE ties and security

Members of the Armenian community in Jaffa perform a pray during a memorial service held to mark the 106th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, at the Armenian Church of Saint Nicholas, in Jaffa, April 24, 2021.

Israel officially recognizes Armenian Genocide after decades of diplomatic friction - analysis

A DRONE picture shows people gathering for a protest, as part of a nationwide anti-government movement triggered by the deadly collapse of the Novi Sad railway station canopy in November 2024, following Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic's resignation announcement, in Kraljevo, Serbia, June 28, 2026

Serbian protesters maintain pressure on president after his claims of stepping down


Staro Sajmiste: Belgrade's fairground of death for the Balkans' Jews

From formidable fairground to a camp of death, the dark history of the Nazi camp within Belgrade’s borders

 Prisoners of the Staro Sajmište concentration camp in Belgrade.

Actions, not words: The three European countries that came to Israel's aid after Oct. 7 - analysis

Editor's Notes: With the exception of the United States, every Western ally refused to sell Israel ammunition. Only three unexpected partners filled the gap: Hungary, Serbia, and the Czech Republic.

 ‘I am the only one in Europe today dealing in military munitions with Israel, and that is why I am often criticized by colleagues,’ Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said a few months ago.

Kisiljevo revives legend of first vampire to attract tourism

Promoting local folklore has 'huge potential' for attracting tourists, says tourism director.

 Kisiljevo.

Vucic: Serbia helped supply Israel with arms after Oct. 7, despite European criticism – exclusive

DIPLOMATIC AFFAIRS | In a wide-ranging interview with The Jerusalem Post, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic, talked about hostage Alon Ohel, antisemitism, and Serbian-Israeli relations.

 ‘WE WILL always... like the Jewish people and Israel.’ Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has developed strong relations between Serbia and Israel under his presidency. Here, he attends a rally in the southern city of Nis last month.

Serbia’s Pres. Vucic: EXPO 2027 will be ‘game-changer’ for Serbia and region

The EXPO, set to be held under the theme Play for Humanity: Sport and Music for All, will be the first specialized exposition held in Europe in decades and the first ever in the Western Balkans.

 Serbia is preparing to take center stage on the global platform by hosting the highly anticipated Expo 2027 in its capital, Belgrade

Serbia’s Pres. Vucic to 'Post': I asked my Arab friends to save hostage Alon Ohel - exclusive

In an exclusive and wide-ranging interview at the Presidential Palace in Belgrade, President Vučić touched on Serbia-Israel relations, the Gaza war, Serbia's EXPO 2027 exposition, and more.

 Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic spoke exclusively to The Jerusalem Post last week at the Presidential Palace, Belgrade. Here, Vucic is pictured in February at a joint news conference with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban in Budapest.

Dodik to ‘Post’: Muslim radicals fuel fear in Bosnia; Interpol now seeks his arrest - exclusive

EDITOR'S NOTES: “The world needs to understand,” Dodik said, “there is no peaceful coexistence where one side is always expected to apologize. We tried that. It failed.”

President of Republika Srpska, Milorad Dodik, and Editor-in-Chief of The Jerusalem Post, Zvika Klein.

Bosnia court issues international arrest warrant for Serb leader Milorad Dodik

Defying an internal arrest warrant, he crossed into neighboring Serbia earlier this week then traveled to Israel for an antisemitism conference in Jerusalem on Thursday.

 PRESIDENT OF Republika Srpska Milorad Dodik looks on as Bosnian Serbs protest against the UN resolution on the genocide in Srebrenica in Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina, in April.

Israel vs abroad: How do oppositions act against perceived undemocratic laws?- comment

With protests starting to lose momentum, people are starting to question whether opposition parties are doing enough themselves.

Israelis protest against Benjamin Netanyhahu's government in Jerusalem, March 23, 2025

Serbia’s massive protests: The risks and opportunities for Vucic - opinion

Vucic himself could emerge from the ongoing protests in a stronger position domestically if he only heeds the EU’s recommendations.

 SERBIANS DEMONSTRATE as part of a national movement for change, earlier this month. The protests represent the most significant challenge to Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic’s authority during his 13 years in power, the writer notes.