Residents of the Mirijevo neighborhood in Belgrade are campaigning to protect the area’s only forest from potential development. Facing increasingly high temperatures, locals rely on the forest for shade and respite. The citizen group “Mirijevo Zeleno” (“Green Mirijevo”) is organizing a petition drive at multiple locations to gather signatures in support of preserving the woodland. The petition aims to halt any planned construction that would threaten the forest’s existence. Organizers state the forest is a vital green space for the community, offering environmental and recreational benefits. The initiative highlights growing concerns about diminishing green spaces within the expanding city of Belgrade. The group hopes to present the petition to city officials and advocate for the forest’s official protection.