Protests in Vukovar against the use of Cyrillic script escalate tensions in the region.
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Croatia, tensions erupted in Vukovar as anti-Cyrillic protests broke out. The protests were sparked by the decision to introduce Serbian Cyrillic script alongside Latin script on public signs in areas where Serbs make up a significant portion of the population. The city of Vukovar holds historical significance due to being heavily damaged during the Croatian War of Independence. The move to introduce Cyrillic script was seen as controversial and deeply divisive, leading to widespread unrest and demonstrations. This event highlighted the ongoing ethnic tensions and political complexities in the region. #Croatia #Vukovar #AntiCyrillicProtests #EthnicTensions #PoliticalUnrest
Primary Reference: Croatian Anti-Cyrillic Campaign Leader Convicted | Balkan Insight
Location : Croatia
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