(MENAFN) Serbia’s head of state, Aleksandar Vucic, has issued a cautionary message regarding the possibility of disorder as the country prepares for a renewed wave of student-driven demonstrations.

These protests, continuing for eight months, were initially ignited by the tragic collapse of a concrete overhang at the Novi Sad train terminal.

Large-scale gatherings are expected throughout the Balkan nation as the deadline for a student-issued ultimatum draws near.

The students are insisting on the disbandment of the current legislature, a move that would pave the way for early national elections.

According to the demonstrators, a governmental response is expected by 9 p.m. on Saturday.

“Should the stated demands not be met within the given timeframe, we expect that the citizens of Serbia will be ready to take all available measures of civil disobedience to protect their basic right to a free and legitimate democratic system,” the students declared in a public letter addressed to authorities.

During an interview with a news agency on Saturday, President Vucic indicated that the administration is unlikely to comply with the protesters’ conditions, though he expressed willingness to “hear out” their concerns.

He appealed to all parties to act with moderation, emphasizing that safeguarding “everyone, especially the young people,” remains his foremost priority.

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