**Novi Sad Mayor Elected Amid Protests**
The city of Novi Sad has a new mayor. Zarko Micin, from the Serbian Progressive Party (SNS), was elected on Monday.
But the election was not without trouble. Police and protesters clashed outside the building where the City Assembly session was held. Opposition members were not allowed to enter the building, and only SNS party members were present.
**Protests Turned Violent**
The crowd of protesters gathered in front of the building before the session started. They threw eggs, paint, and flour at police officers who were wearing riot gear. The officers responded with their shields, pushing the protesters away.
Opposition officials said they were hit and kicked by police officers, not just pushed away. This led to tensions between the two groups.
**Background**
The election of a new mayor comes after a tragic event in November. A concrete awning collapsed at Novi Sad Railway Station, killing 15 people. The then-mayor, Milan Djuric, resigned as a result.
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