Blic controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2009
Ratko Knežević interview and libel threat
Blic published an interview containing allegations about cigarette smuggling networks, political relationships, tax losses, and killings in the Balkans. Stanko Subotić denied the allegations and announced plans to sue for libel.
2006
National Bank bribery reporting
Blic published allegations that the arrest of National Bank of Serbia vice-governor Dejan Simić had a wider political background and implicated additional public figures. Those named rejected the allegations, and libel proceedings were threatened.
1996
Editorial pressure during the 1996 protests
After Blic covered opposition demonstrations following the disputed local-election results, its access to state printing and distribution infrastructure was restricted. A reduced and politically altered issue prompted journalist protests, resignations, and a temporary reduction in political coverage.