Plans reportedly discussed by student group to seize control of Nikola Tesla Airport's air traffic management.
An audio recording has emerged, reportedly detailing a terror plot aimed at Nikola
Tesla Airport in Belgrade, Serbia.
The recording captures a gathering of 20 to 30 individuals discussing strategies to occupy the airport and disrupt flight control operations.
This meeting occurred during a plenary session at the Medical Faculty in Belgrade.
Visuals included in media reports show several students engaged in discussions while a document outlining the blockade strategy is projected on a screen in an amphitheater at the university.
The content of these discussions has raised significant concerns regarding the authenticity and intent of the group's plans.
The situation escalated when a student, Vojin Lazarević, who recorded the discussions, reported being held against his will by fellow students who were planning the blockade.
He described the environment of intimidation where he was allegedly threatened and verbally assaulted while being prevented from leaving the amphitheater.
According to Lazarević, after approximately 20 minutes of confrontation, a vote was taken among the group, leading to his expulsion from both the meeting and the university premises.
Lazarević recounted that he faced personal threats and verbal abuse from members of the group, aiming to coerce him into compliance.
He stated he did not retaliate against the threats due to his stance against violence, asserting that no physical violence occurred during the incident.
The account raises alarming questions about the methods and mindset of the group involved in what has been characterized as planning a terrorist act.
Additionally, claims made by the editor of a Serbian media outlet suggest that authorities should intervene, alleging that the group involved no longer represents the values of academic students but have instead crossed into the realm of criminal conspiracy.
This incident reflects ongoing tensions and concerns over security, particularly in relation to student activism and its possible intersections with extremist ideologies.
The potential implications of such plans highlight the necessity for monitoring and addressing radicalization within educational institutions.
As discussions around these events continue to unfold, the focus remains on ensuring the safety and security of public spaces and infrastructure.