[Source/Observation Network by Ruan Jiaqi]

Local time on April 4, TASS, citing a report from Radio Television of Serbia (RTS), reported that Serbian First Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Sinisa Mali said that Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic, who earlier interrupted his trip to the US due to sudden discomfort and returned home, has been discharged from the hospital.

Mali also said that although Vucic has canceled all his scheduled trips in the coming days, he has not abandoned his plan to visit Moscow on May 9 to attend the "Victory Day" commemorative activities.

Sinisa Mali. Screenshot from RTS video.

According to Mali's disclosure, Vucic left the military hospital around 5 p.m. on March 3 and is currently in good condition.

"I talked with him, and he said he feels much better. The president asked me to convey this situation to all Serbian citizens. Let him have a few days off. Because the doctor advised him to rest, he has canceled all activities in the coming days," Mali said.

Mali then stated that he had not received any relevant information about whether Vucic's plan to visit Moscow would be adjusted, but he believed that Vucic "would keep his promise."

He said, "In the next few days, after he recovers, he will speak to the public. Based on my understanding of him, he is a man of his word. All I can say is that he promised to attend (the event), and I believe he will fulfill his promise."

Mali further pointed out that if Vucic goes to Moscow, he will meet leaders from multiple countries such as Brazil and Russia at that time. "This not only reflects his personal image and prestige but also demonstrates respect for Serbia from the international community, because he represents his country."

Mali added, "In a few days, he will return to work, and we will continue to work hard."

According to early reports by Serbian media, on May 9, Russia will hold an 80th anniversary commemoration of the victory in the Great Patriotic War in Moscow. It is expected that Vucic will attend the "Victory Day" commemorative activities held on Red Square in Moscow together with leaders from about 20 countries.

However, this plan was obstructed by the EU. EU officials previously threatened that Vucic's visit "would violate EU member state standards," which might result in Serbia losing its chance to join the EU. Serbia applied for EU membership in 2009 and obtained candidate status in 2012.

In response to EU pressure, Vucic remained firm. On April 16 local time, Vucic clearly stated in a national speech that even if faced with EU pressure like "the sky falling," he would still proceed with the planned visit to Russia for the event.

"Serbia made significant contributions to the anti-fascist war, and we are proud of it, which is different from many countries attempting to rewrite history." Vucic emphasized that this was the key reason he accepted the invitation.

Before visiting the United States, Vucic reiterated on April 30 that even at the risk of angering the EU and facing sanctions, he would fulfill his promise to visit Russia as promised to Russian President Putin.

TASS cited Vucic as saying, "Serbia is walking the path of European integration and will not deviate from this direction, and I am prepared to face any sanctions. I told Putin that I would go to Russia on May 9. My promise is crucial to me—it is a commitment I make to my people and everyone."

According to Russian media reports, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova strongly supported Serbia on social media that day, criticizing the EU Commission for taking "banditry actions," comparing their behavior to "extortionists, criminals, and terrorist organizations."

She questioned, "If they treat potential members so brutally, what kind of situation will this country face when it completely submits to the will of these European scoundrels?"

Other than Vucic, Slovak Prime Minister Igor Matovic has also confirmed his attendance at Russia's "Victory Day" commemorative activities.

In response to the EU's warning, Matovic angrily responded, "It’s 2025, not 1939. No one can order me where to go or not to go."

According to a report by Blic News Network in Serbia, Vucic, who was originally scheduled to meet with U.S. President Trump and several senior U.S. officials, suddenly felt unwell on the afternoon of May 2 local time. After consulting with doctors, he decided to interrupt his visit to the U.S. and return home.

On March 3, Vucic was admitted to the Military Medical Academy in Belgrade for further treatment. Dragan Dincic, head of the Military Medical Administration of the Defense Ministry and a cardiologist, revealed that Vucic's current health condition is stable, but he cannot resume normal work in the short term.

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