From Blockades To Ballots: Serbian Students Confront Government

The country has been shaken by months of protests sparked by the deadly collapse of a newly renovated railway station roof in Novi Sad in November -- a tragedy widely seen as the result of deep-rooted corruption (Credit: AFP)

Serbian students leading an anti-corruption movement that has rocked the Balkan country for months maintained the pressure Friday with a march in the western city of Loznica -- the first major protest since their call for early elections.

Many arrived the night before on foot from across Serbia and were welcomed by residents with flags and fireworks.