Shut up, Dačić!

Shortly before the anniversary of the tragedy at the Novi Sad train station, in which 16 people died beneath a collapsed platform roof, Minister of the Interior Ivica Dačić made a public appearance in an attempt to absolve the authorities of responsibility with flimsy claims of “sabotage” and a “terrorist attack.”

Mr. Dačić, it would be better if you remained silent. With your statements, you are not only insulting the grief of the victims’ families, but also humiliating the common sense, dignity, and intelligence of all the citizens of this country.

This tragedy is not the result of a “terrorist attack.” Unless, of course, by “terrorism” you mean the corruption, servility, and systematic irresponsibility of those who have ruled Serbia as their personal fiefdom for the past decade. If that is the case, then you are not mistaken. People died because the state became complicit in the criminal greed of a semi-public corporation, and institutions were misused as a cover for shady and ruthless enrichment.

Thanks to the work of the investigative commission and the members of the Civil Law Subcommittee, Vida Petrović Škero and Vesna Rakić Vodinelić, the public now knows what you have been persistently trying to conceal. Construction contracts were not intended to serve construction, but money laundering and the enrichment of intermediaries. There was no effective construction supervision—because genuine oversight would have exposed the crime. Laws protect investors, not citizens. Those responsible knew everything and deliberately did nothing.

Instead of resigning for his responsibility dating back to November 1, 2024, the Minister of Police is spreading conspiracy theories and speaking of “sabotage.” Therefore, we ask clearly and loudly: Mr. Dačić, for whom do you work—for the citizens of Serbia, or for the system that is killing them through its negligence and actions?

Under your leadership, Mr. Minister, the police in Novi Sad have arrested innocent students, politicians, and activists, violated the autonomy of the university, and cooperated with thugs who assaulted citizens.

Your political superiors label the fight for truth and justice a “color revolution,” and your task is to prevent both law enforcement and the public from learning the truth. They are trying in vain.

Our message is clear:

We call on the public, the media, and the citizens not to be misled by smokescreens and lies in the coming days, but to redirect their attention to what truly matters: the names and lives of 16 innocent people, the families who are still waiting for truth and justice, and those responsible who continue to move freely in this country.

Serbia can no longer tolerate excuses, justifications, and lies. In Serbia, roofs are collapsing under the weight of corruption.