Defense Minister Gašić Denies State Involvement in Marijuana Seizure

Defense Minister Bratislav Gašić, a Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) official, dismissed claims that the seizure of five tons of marijuana was a "state affair." He described the reports as "made-up stories and blatant lies." Gašić clarified that while an individual involved in the seizure was a former local councilor, the operation itself was not state-sanctioned. The minister's statement aims to correct public perception and refute allegations of official involvement. The clarification addresses concerns about potential links between criminal activities and state institutions. Gašić emphasized the distinction between individual actions and state policy. The SNS official sought to distance the party and the government from the reported incident.

Defense Minister Gašić's denial of state involvement in a large marijuana seizure aims to clarify the nature of the operation and refute claims of official complicity.