In an exclusive interview with the German publication Cicero, Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić addressed international concerns regarding the potential use of Serbian-made ammunition in the Ukraine conflict. He clarified that anyone purchasing Serbian weapons is free to use them as they see fit, thereby signaling that Serbia does not actively seek to prevent their use in foreign conflicts.
The remarks come amid heightened tensions between Russia and Ukraine, and as NATO and the European Union continue to scrutinize arms exports from non-NATO members. Vučić’s statement appears to be a strategic move to balance Serbia’s relationships with both Russia and Western allies. By not objecting to the transfer of its weapons to Ukraine, Serbia may be attempting to maintain its diplomatic neutrality while still engaging in trade with Western markets.
Analysts suggest that Vučić’s position reflects broader regional dynamics, where Serbia seeks to avoid direct involvement in the Russia-Ukraine war while still participating in the global arms trade. His comments also raise questions about the ethical implications of weapons exports and the responsibility of producing nations in such conflicts.