Serbia/Kosovo

Despite a reduction in the number of new asylum seekers, the Serbian asylum system remains flawed with inadequate protections for unaccompanied children. War crimes prosecutions progress slowly and lack political support, with only a few high-ranking former military and civilian personnel held to account in Serbian courts. The Roma minority face housing discrimination and harassment. Journalists reporting on sensitive issues endure attacks, threats, lawsuits and smear campaigns. Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) activists are subject to threats and attacks.