Media Freedom Under Pressure: Serbian NGOs and media watchdogs are escalating concerns after police summoned BETA editor-in-chief Vojkan Kostić, calling it intimidation and asking why a journalist was questioned in a case tied to claims of a “sonic weapon” at a 2025 protest. Human Rights Probe Demand: A group of 14 prominent NGOs now urges Serbia to seek a UN High Commissioner for Human Rights fact-finding mission into the March 15, 2025 “sound cannon” allegations, arguing domestic investigations have been politicized. Police Violence Report: A Belgrade Center for Human Rights report says 2025 protests saw systemic police violence and excessive force against young people, including failures to protect demonstrators from third-party attacks. Energy & Industry: HIP Petrohemija is seeking expert supervision for a major 2026 overhaul at its Pancevo and Elemir sites, while Bankwatch reports Western Balkans coal plants breached sulphur dioxide limits in 2025, including Serbia. Belgrade Economy & Property: The city announced supervision tenders for Kalenic Market reconstruction, and RGZ says Serbia’s real estate market hit a record €2bn in Q1 transactions. EU Path & Public Opinion: EU enlargement surveys show EU membership support remains high in most partners, but Serbia’s support is far lower than others. Business Links with China: Serbia’s trade officials say Walmart China talks could open new routes for Serbian premium products.