Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has suggested that foreign intelligence agencies may be playing a role in efforts to destabilize Serbia, pointing fingers at unnamed Western actors. The remarks came during a high-profile speech at the “Movement for the People and the State” rally held this week.

Vucic, widely regarded as one of Europe’s most Russia-friendly leaders, used the platform to defend his recent and controversial visit to Moscow, which drew criticism from pro-Western opposition figures and European diplomats.

“Those attacking me for going to Russia should ask themselves who truly benefits from a weak and divided Serbia,” Vucic said. “Certain foreign structures have no interest in our peace and stability.”

While he stopped short of naming specific countries, Vucic implied that external actors are actively stoking political unrest and anti-government sentiment as part of broader geopolitical efforts.

The speech has sparked fresh debate in both domestic and international political circles, as Serbia continues to walk a delicate line between maintaining strong ties with Moscow and engaging with the European Union.

Analysts say Vucic’s remarks reflect growing pressure on Belgrade to choose sides amid deepening East-West tensions, especially following the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and shifting alliances in the Balkans.