Eko straža files criminal complaint over Jelena Karleuša’s X posts Belgrade, 10 November 2026 – The civil‑society organization Eko straža has lodged a criminal complaint with the Special Anti‑Corruption Unit of the Higher Public Prosecutor’s Office in Belgrade. The complaint concerns a series of messages posted by Serbian pop singer Jelena Karleuša on the social‑media platform X (formerly Twitter) and the former general director of Radio‑Television Serbia (RTS), Manja Grčić. The complaint alleges that Karleuša’s messages, dated 31 August 2026, constitute an attempt to influence the hiring process for a new RTS host, Vukasin Katić. In the posts, Karleuša claims that Katić is her “child” and promises a “big return of service” if he is given a job on the public broadcaster. She also states that all candidates for the position have connections and that she has personally intervened on Katić’s behalf. Eko straža argues that RTS is a public service funded by citizens’ subscriptions and the state budget, and that employment decisions must be based solely on merit and the strict requirements of the public‑service hiring process. The organization contends that the alleged exchange of favors and the use of personal contacts violate the principles of transparency and equal opportunity in public‑sector appointments. Karleuša’s posts also contain personal remarks about Katić, describing how she has supported him in various ways, including providing accommodation, transportation, and financial assistance. She accuses him of not being grateful and of having entered her property without permission. The complaint is being investigated by the Special Anti‑Corruption Unit, which will examine whether the alleged actions amount to bribery, influence peddling, or abuse of official position. No charges have yet been filed, and the parties involved have not issued statements in response to the complaint.
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