Summary

Amnesty International has accused Serbian police and the Security Information Agency (BIA) of spying on journalists and opposition activists using spyware to hack mobile phones, capturing data and contacts.

The spyware was allegedly installed during detentions or police interviews.

The allegations arise amid anti-government protests fueled by anger over corruption and a recent fatal railway station collapse. Serbia’s government denies the claims, calling the report inaccurate.

Critics say the surveillance undermines civil freedoms, while Serbia continues to align with Russia and China despite pursuing EU membership.