Spyware Targeted Rector

Digital rights group says Israeli spyware infected Serbian rector's phone during student protests.

Election Tension

Serbia holds tense election this weekend as student protests clash with Vucic's push to extend his party's 14-year rule.

Pegasus Spyware

Pegasus spyware can secretly infiltrate smartphones to read messages, track location, and activate microphones and cameras.

Rector's Phone Hacked

Digital rights group confirmed Vladan Djokic's phone was infected with Pegasus spyware in 2:00 a.m. on September 2026.

Rector's Response

Djokic called the hacking a 'serious attack on my privacy, security and the integrity of the post of rector'.

“Djokic on Instagram described the phone hacking as a 'serious attack on my privacy, security and the integrity of the post of rector.'”

Protesters' Concerns

Students warn their meetings are being monitored and fear police detentions ahead of Thursday's rally.

What Happens Next

Without effective investigation, accountability, and a message that unlawful surveillance is unacceptable, digital repression risks spreading further.

“The SHARE Foundation said that without an effective investigation, accountability and a message that unlawful surveillance is unacceptable, 'there is a serious risk that digital repression will continue and spread further, reaching every part of society and every critical voice.'”