**Serbian Student Ultramarathoners Receive Warm Welcome in Augsburg**
A group of Serbian student ultramarathoners, who are running a relay to Brussels to raise awareness about the situation in Serbia, arrived in the German city of Augsburg on Sunday evening. The students were greeted with loud applause and cheers from a few dozen residents who had gathered at Moritzplatz square.
The runners were welcomed with a red carpet and heart-shaped signs bearing the names of the 16 victims who died in the November 2024 collapse of a concrete canopy at the Novi Sad main train station. The names of the victims were read aloud, followed by an 18-minute moment of silence to honor their memory as well as the victims of the May 2023 mass shootings in Serbia.
This display of support and solidarity is a testament to the strong bonds between people from different countries. The residents of Augsburg showed their compassion and understanding for the students’ mission, demonstrating that they care about the situation in Serbia.
**A Symbolic Gesture of Support**
The assembled crowd presented the students with a flag reading “Augsburg Stands with the Students”. This gesture is significant, as it shows that the people of Augsburg are willing to stand up for what is right and support those who are fighting for justice. The flag features two marathoners running alongside Augustus Octavian, the Roman emperor who founded Augsburg, surrounded by petals symbolizing the 16 victims of the canopy collapse.
The students also received badges bearing the same design, which they will carry with them on their journey to Brussels. This is a powerful reminder that even in the face of adversity, there are people who care and want to make a difference.
**A Long Journey Ahead**
The students’ total route to Brussels is almost 2,000 kilometers. They have already completed several legs of their journey, and it’s clear that they will receive support from communities along the way. Their determination and resilience are an inspiration to many, and we can only hope that their message reaches those who need to hear it most.
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