--- title: Aleksandar Vučić slug: aleksandar-vucic-ea1ec url: /detay/aleksandar-vucic-ea1ec type: biography language: English entity: primary: Aleksandar Vučić type: biography categories: - name: Politics And International Relations slug: siyaset-ve-uluslararasi-iliskiler url: /kategori/siyaset-ve-uluslararasi-iliskiler tags: - PoliticalAnalysis - politicalhistory - ForeignPolicy - Aleksandar Vučić - EuropeanUnion - Balkans author: Hamza Aktay created_at: 2026-07-06T18:43:59.205002+03:00 updated_at: 2026-07-06T18:43:59.205002+03:00 image: https://cdn.t3pedia.org/media/uploads/2025/11/21/kwMsyTW4xcUoKqBVFpaj4RnmpfJWnSx7.jpg --- # Aleksandar Vučić > Aleksandar Vučić (born 5 March 1970, Belgrade) is the fifth and current president of Serbia. He is married and a father of two children. ## KURE Information Cards ![thumbs_b_c_ff0a64b5640d1a21b6d2c352efe8492e.jpg](https://cdn.t3pedia.org/media/uploads/2025/11/21/cqCmWhcHyegOeTJ9RmheE4yaXkqPv50L.jpg) *Anadolu Agency* | Field | Value | |-------|-------| | Birth | 5 March 1970, Belgrade | | Spouse | Ksenija Janković (1997–2011),Tamara Đukanović (2013–present) | | Nationality | Serbia | | Education | Faculty of Law, University of Belgrade | | Position | President of Serbia (2017–…),Serbian Radical Party (member of parliament,Prime Minister of Serbia (2014–2017),Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense (2012),Minister of Information (1998–2000),various positions) | | Child | Milica,Danilo | ## Article Content [Aleksandar Vučić](/en/detay/aleksandar-vucic-dff62/llms.txt) (born 5 March 1970, Belgrade) is one of Serbia’s politicians with a legal education. Since the 1990s he has held positions in both the Serbian Radical Party (SRS), which followed a nationalist line, and later in the Serbian Progressive Party (SNS), of which he was one of the founders. He has served as both prime minister and president of Serbia and has become one of the most decisive figures in the country’s politics due to his influence over the executive branch and party structure. In foreign policy he has pursued a balanced approach between the European Union Russia and China. [YouTube Video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pYFxd3zSvUw) *Who is Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic? (GZT)* ### **Early Life and Education** Aleksandar Vučić was born into a middle-class family in Belgrade. His childhood coincided with the beginning of Yugoslavia’s political disintegration which exposed him to political debates at an early age. It is known that during his school years he showed interest in history politics and law. He continued his education at the Faculty of Law of the University of Belgrade. His legal training became one of the reference points for the roles he later assumed. During his student years he began participating in various political activities and entered active political life. Vučić’s political orientation during his youth was shaped within a framework influenced by the social tensions nationalist currents and political reconfigurations brought about by the dissolution of Yugoslavia. ![Image](https://cdn.t3pedia.org/media/uploads/2025/11/21/I1lQX1rbYZqzyrFguM6yFcqk14z8vJ05.jpg) *Aleksandar Vučić (Anadolu Ajansı)* ### **Entry into Politics and the 1990s** Vučić began his active political life in the early 1990s by joining the Serbian Radical Party led by Vojislav Šešelj. At the time the party was known for its hardline nationalist rhetoric. Vučić quickly rose to the position of member of parliament and assumed important roles within the party. During the war years he attracted public attention through parliamentary speeches and media appearances. He was deeply involved in the intense political debates surrounding the Yugoslav civil wars. His statements and attitudes during the war became one of the frequently cited points of criticism in later years. From 1998 to 2000 he served as Minister of Information. During this period fines imposed on independent media outlets media restrictions and administrative interventions were criticized by international circles. Post-2000 assessments have regarded this period as one of the most controversial chapters in Vučić’s political history. ### **Serbian Progressive Party and Shift in Political Line** In the mid-2000s following internal divisions within the Serbian Radical Party Vučić left the party together with Tomislav Nikolić. The Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) founded in 2008 was defined as a center-right party supporting European Union integration and prioritizing economic reforms. Vučić increased his political influence through the roles he assumed in the SNS. The party rapidly gained electoral support across the country and became the main component of the ruling bloc. During this period Vučić’s rhetoric shifted from a nationalist orientation toward economic reform institutional restructuring and European integration. The new party structure provided Vučić with a strong position both within the party and in state governance. During this period reforms in media economics and public administration received both support and criticism. ### **Prime Ministership** Vučić served as deputy prime minister and minister of defense in the government formed in 2012. After the 2014 elections he assumed the office of prime minister. During this period fiscal discipline control of public spending and promotion of foreign investment were central to government policy. Reforms to public finances were implemented under the framework of a program with the International Monetary Fund. Labor market regulations privatization processes and public administration changes were criticized particularly by trade unions and certain social segments. Supporters however viewed these policies as necessary for economic stability. In foreign policy the Brussels Dialogue with Kosovo regional cooperation initiatives and Serbia’s relations with the European Union were key agenda items. During Vučić’s premiership domestic and foreign policies were pursued simultaneously and relations in the Balkans fluctuated between tension and normalization. ### **Presidency** In the 2017 elections Vučić won a majority in the first round and was elected president of Serbia. Although constitutionally endowed with limited executive powers his influence over party leadership and government structure granted him substantial de facto political authority. During his presidency the opposition raised criticisms regarding electoral processes media freedom and judicial independence. Protests occasionally emerged in the country. Vučić and the government side defended the functioning of state institutions and emphasized stability. ![Image](https://cdn.t3pedia.org/media/uploads/2025/11/21/79PE3VwCAu8dG3GQSrj9yCmcqY1g12HZ.jpg) *Aleksandar Vučić (Anadolu Ajansı)* ### **Regional Policies and Statements** The Kosovo issue is among the most important elements of Vučić’s foreign policy. While maintaining his position of not recognizing Kosovo’s independence he has continued negotiations within the framework of the Brussels Dialogue mediated by the European Union. This process has been closely monitored both within Serbia and in the region. Vučić’s occasional statements that a major conflict could emerge in the coming months[^1] have been discussed in the international press. Such remarks have been interpreted by some circles as warnings and by others as domestic political signals. Relations with Bosnia-Herzegovina Croatia and Montenegro have at times become tense due to the legacy of the war and minority issues. ### **Alleged Involvement in Sniper Activities** Allegations have been made that Aleksandar Vučić was involved in sniper activities during the Bosnian War (1992–1995) in the context of the [siege of Sarajevo](/en/detay/the-longest-siege-in-modern-history-the-siege-of-s/llms.txt). #### **Content of the Allegations** In a criminal complaint filed by Croatian investigative journalist Domagoj Margetić with an Italian prosecutor Vučić is alleged to have been among snipers operating around Sarajevo between 1992 and 1993 at critical locations such as the Jewish Cemetery.[^2]  The complaint reportedly includes documents alleging that wealthy individuals from Western countries participated in so-called “[human safaris](/en/detay/sarajevo-human-safari-investigation-5f93b/llms.txt)” activities involving shooting at civilians.[^3]  The same announcement states that the Milan Public Prosecutor’s Office has opened an investigation and that the inquiry may also cover foreign nationals as suspects. #### **Vučić’s Response** Vučić and his spokespersons have rejected the allegations stating that he worked as a journalist and translator and had no connection to any armed militia or ever carried a sniper rifle.[^4]  Videos allegedly showing him with a rifle are defended as showing a tripod not a firearm. ## Academic Sources and References 1. https://english.istinomer.rs/biographies/aleksandar-vucic/ 2. https://www.aa.com.tr/tr/dunya/sirbistan-cumhurbaskani-vucic-yeni-bir-hukumet-kurulmazsa-secimler-ilan-edilir/3464961 3. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-67654166 4. https://www.ekoturk.com/haberler/sirbistan-cumhurbaskani-aleksandar-vucic-istifa-etti/ 5. https://www.haberler.com/soguk-haber/sirbistan-cumhurbaskani-aleksandar-vucic-kimdir-14673803-haberi/ 6. https://www.irishtimes.com/news/world/europe/young-serbs-vow-to-stop-dictatorship-of-president-elect-vucic-1.3038906 7. https://www.ntv.com.tr/dunya/bosnada-keskin-nisanci-safarisi-vucic-de-onlardan-biri-iddiasi-1698279 8. Anadolu Ajansı. "Sırbistan Cumhurbaşkanı Vucic yeni bir hükümet kurulmazsa seçimler ilan edilir." Accessed November 21, 2025. 9. Anadolu Ajansı. "Sırbistan Cumhurbaşkanı Vucic’in Bosna Savaşı’ndaki keskin nişancılardan olduğu iddiasıyla suç duyurusunda bulunuldu." Accessed November 21, 2025. https://www.aa.com.tr/tr/dunya/sirbistan-cumhurbaskani-vucicin-bosna-savasindaki-keskin-nisancilardan-oldugu-iddiasiyla-suc-duyurusunda-bulunuldu/3748529 10. BBC News. "Aleksandar Vucic: Sırbistan’ı yeniden yapan adam." Accessed November 21, 2025. 11. BBC Türkçe. "Sırbistan’da genel seçimi Cumhurbaşkanı Vucic’in partisi kazandı." Accessed November 21, 2025. https://www.bbc.com/turkce/articles/cd1l6782vz6o 12. Balkan Insight. "Vucic Wins Serbian Presidential Elections." April 2, 2017. Accessed November 21, 2025. https://balkaninsight.com/2017/04/02/vucic-wins-serbian-presidential-elections-04-02-2017-1/ 13. Biyografiler.com. "Aleksandar Vucic Kimdir?" 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Accessed November 21, 2025. ## Citations [^1]: Euronews Türkçe. “Sırp Cumhurbaşkanı Vucic: Üç-dört ay içinde büyük bir çatışma yaşanacak.” Erişim: 21 Kasım 2025. https://tr.euronews.com/2024/06/15/sirp-cumhurbaskani-vucic-uc-dort-ay-icinde-buyuk-bir-catisma-yasanacak [^2]: Anadolu Ajansı. “Sırbistan Cumhurbaşkanı Vucic’in Bosna Savaşı’ndaki keskin nişancılardan olduğu iddiasıyla suç duyurusunda bulunuldu.” Erişim: 21 Kasım 2025. https://www.aa.com.tr/tr/dunya/sirbistan-cumhurbaskani-vucicin-bosna-savasindaki-keskin-nisancilardan-oldugu-iddiasiyla-suc-duyurusunda-bulunuldu/3748529 [^3]: Nefes Haber. “Devlet başkanına keskin nişancı suçlaması yalanladı: Video ortaya çıktı.” Erişim: 21 Kasım 2025. https://www.nefes.com.tr/devlet-baskanina-keskin-nisanci-suclamasi-yalanladi-video-ortaya-cikti-81821 [^4]: Oksijen Gazetesi. “Sırbistan Cumhurbaşkanı Vucic hakkında suç duyurusu: Saraybosna’daki ‘insan safarisinde’ yer aldığı iddia edildi.” Erişim: 21 Kasım 2025. https://gazeteoksijen.com/dunya/sirbistan-cumhurbaskani-vucic-hakkinda-suc-duyurusu-saraybosnadaki-insan-safarisinde-yer-aldigi-iddia-edildi-257294