Vucic: Pristina doesn’t want dialogue, but to expel Serbs

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic expressed concern tonight, stating that the dialogue in Brussels is “nonexistent” because Pristina does not seek dialogue but rather aims to expel Serbs.

“They don’t want dialogue. Dialogue doesn’t exist. They want to expel Serbs,” Vucic said during an appearance on TV Happy.

For this reason, he reiterated multiple times and firmly maintained that there would be no new “Operation Storm.”

He highlighted that Turkey’s arming of Kosovo is contrary to the UN Charter.

“I warned Erdoğan about this and asked him to stop. They keep doing it it. But they are a great power, and we are a small country,” Vucic remarked.

He also pointed out that Pristina destroyed evidence near the Ibar-Lepenac channel after the explosion on November 29, for which Pristina blames Belgrade.

“They contaminated the site, making an investigation impossible. They knew they had to destroy Serbia’s path to Europe and provoke conflict with NATO,” Serbia’s president noted.

Cluster 3 Opening Soon: A Good Sign for Serbia

Vucic reiterated his expectation for the imminent opening of Cluster 3 in Serbia’s EU accession negotiations.

“I expect the opening of Cluster 3 soon; this is good news for us and our progress towards the EU,” Vucic stated.

On Sanctions Against NIS: Action Against Russian Interests, Serbia as Collateral Damage

Vucic said he discussed with Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic in Brussels about Serbia’s oil supply through JANAF, in light of the now certain sanctions against NIS due to Russian ownership.

“On Monday, the Croats will discuss the matter with the Americans, and it will become clearer afterward,” Vucic explained. He added that Plenkovic had assured him in Brussels that it was not in anyone’s interest for Serbia to lose its oil supply.

“They want to harm Russia, and Serbia is collateral damage,” Vucic remarked.

“We must talk to the Russians, the Americans. I spoke with Jim O’Brien. I expect a decision around January 1. I’d prefer it didn’t happen, but it will. It’s a broad campaign against Russian interests, and we’re part of it,” Vucic stated.

When asked about his expectations from the new U.S. administration, Vucic responded that he expects “a lot, but in a different sense.”

He noted that former President Trump had, as expected, told the EU that the U.S. provides its military protection, funding, and support, and that this must change.

“I expect a lot, and I don’t hide my enthusiasm about it. I believe Trump and Elon Musk are taking significant risks because they plan to cut funding for various NGOs that destabilize governments worldwide under the guise of strengthening the rule of law. If they significantly reduce these budgets, they’ll go down in history as saviors of the world,” Vucic opined.

Concerns About the World’s Direction

Vucic also pointed out that Ukraine’s Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal signed a decree halting the transit of Russian gas through Ukraine. Slovakia and Austria, he noted, would be the most affected.

“Slovakia will undoubtedly be in a difficult position. As I’ve learned unofficially, on Monday, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, as the leader of an EU country, will travel to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin, which will trigger reactions from other leaders. This shows how complicated things are becoming,” Vucic warned.

He remarked that Putin stated today that, after a severe strike on the Rostov region, Russia is “de facto” at war.

“This was a declaration of war. All of this further complicates Donald Trump’s position. When Russia says NATO is preparing for war, they are giving accurate information. When NATO says Russia is preparing for conflict with the Alliance, I have no doubt that this is also true,” Vucic stated.

He admitted he does not believe in a swift ceasefire in Ukraine.

“Russia and Putin have lost too many people to agree to a temporary freeze, and Ukraine has lost too many people to accept the separation of its territory. I still have a glimmer of hope due to Trump’s rise to power, but it’s diminishing,” Vucic emphasized.

He expressed concerns about living in an even more challenging situation, fearing the world is heading in a bad direction.

He also mentioned analyzing his mistakes to change the future and make Serbia more successful.

Condolences to Families of Victims in Croatia and Germany

Vucic extended condolences to the family of a child who died in Croatia and to the families of victims in Magdeburg, Germany. He expressed sorrow over the events in Croatia and Serbia’s “Ribnikar” tragedy.

“I hope the teacher (in Croatia) survives, that the other children recover. My condolences to all the families of the victims, as reports already indicate at least 11 dead in Magdeburg, Germany, and at least 60 injured, with expectations that the total toll will worsen. My condolences to the families and wishes for a speedy recovery to everyone else,” Vucic said.