Tens of thousands of people have converged on the Serbian capital for a major rally in support of President Aleksandar Vucic, who is facing an unprecedented revolt against his autocratic rule amid the crisis triggered by two mass shootings that have stunned the nation.
Key points:
- Anti-government protesters demanded Mr Vucic’s ouster earlier this month
- Mr Vucic invited the opposition to dialogue about their demands
- Serbian troops on the border with Kosovo were put on high alert Friday following clashes between police and ethnic Serbs
Addressing the rain-drenched crowd, Mr Vucic blasted the…