Serbian police have clashed with protesters trying to disrupt a Gay Pride parade in the capital, Belgrade.
Police used tear gas against the rioters, who threw petrol bombs and stones at armed officers and tried to break through a security cordon.
A garage attached to the headquarters of the ruling Democratic Party was briefly set on fire, and at least one shot was fired at the building.
Around 40 people were injured, including at least two police officers.
A number of people were arrested.
This was the first Gay Pride parade in Serbia since a march in 2001 was broken up in violent clashes provoked by far-right extremists.
While the Gay Pride parade was moving though the city, several hundred protesters shouted "death to homosexuals" while trying to get close to the march.
Thousands of police had sealed off central Belgrade to protect the event.
A gay pride march planned last year was cancelled amid fears of violence.
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