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Ratko Mladic dies in The Hague, ending a genocidal saga
world4 days ago

Ratko Mladic dies in The Hague, ending a genocidal saga

Ratko Mladic, the Bosnian Serb general convicted of the Srebrenica genocide and other war crimes, died in a Hague prison at 84 after years of health issues and unsuccessful appeals for early release. The article traces his life from birth in 1942 through the 1995 massacre of 8,000 Bosniak men and boys, the siege of Sarajevo, his 2011 arrest, the 2017 ICTY verdict sentencing him to life, and the 2025 denial of a release request, with UN and Serbian officials commenting on the crimes and his death.

via Al Jazeera|
#bosnian-war#icty#ratko-mladic
Mladić Dies at 84 in The Hague, Ending a War Crimes Chapter
world5 days ago

Mladić Dies at 84 in The Hague, Ending a War Crimes Chapter

Ratko Mladić, the Bosnian Serb general convicted of genocide and war crimes for the 1992–95 Bosnian war, died at 84 in a UN detention facility in The Hague while receiving palliative care. He had been on the run for 16 years before being captured in 2011, sentenced to life in 2017 with the conviction upheld on appeal in 2021, and his death prompted a UN court inquiry into the circumstances. Reactions varied, with survivors and supporters offering contrasting perspectives.

via BBC|
#bosnian-war#genocide#ratko-mladic
Italy probes Sarajevo 'human safari' snipers as first suspect is identified
world6 months ago

Italy probes Sarajevo 'human safari' snipers as first suspect is identified

Italy’s Milan prosecutor opened an investigation into alleged organized 'human safari' sniper trips to besieged Sarajevo during the Bosnian War, summoning an 80-year-old former truck driver as the first suspect; seven weapons were found at his home as prosecutors allege he and others killed defenseless civilians from the hills around Sarajevo, with the probe potentially expanding to France, Switzerland and Belgium.

via EL PAÍS English|
#bosnian-war#human-safaris#milan-prosecutor
Milan investigates claims of wealthy tourists paying for sniper kills during Sarajevo siege
world9 months ago

Milan investigates claims of wealthy tourists paying for sniper kills during Sarajevo siege

The Milan public prosecutor's office is investigating claims that Italian citizens paid to participate in sniper safaris during the Bosnian war in the 1990s, with allegations of paying large sums to shoot at civilians in Sarajevo, amid evidence and testimonies suggesting such activities occurred and were eventually halted by military intelligence.

via BBC|
#bosnian-war#italy-investigation#sarajevo-siege
The Impact of Israel's Actions on Gaza: Perspectives on Genocide
international-affairs2 years ago

The Impact of Israel's Actions on Gaza: Perspectives on Genocide

Arnesa Buljušmić-Kustura, a genocide survivor from the Bosnian War, draws parallels between the siege on Gaza and the violence she experienced. She highlights the genocidal rhetoric, objectification, dehumanization, and occupation as common elements. Buljušmić-Kustura argues that the deliberate intent to destroy a group of people based on their identity is evident in the targeting of Palestinians in Gaza. She criticizes the misunderstanding of genocide and the minimization of the death toll, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the process of dehumanization and the intent behind it. Buljušmić-Kustura also discusses the backlash faced by those advocating for Palestinian rights and the concerning levels of censorship and silence in the face of atrocities.

via Analyst News|
#bosnian-war#gaza#genocide
"Lessons from Bosnian War: Addressing Sexual Violence in Ukraine Conflict"
international-affairs2 years ago

"Lessons from Bosnian War: Addressing Sexual Violence in Ukraine Conflict"

A report by the New Lines Institute for Strategy and Policy warns that the world must learn from the mistakes made after the Bosnian war to prevent Ukrainian victims of rape and conflict-related sexual violence from enduring decades of trauma. Ukrainian prosecutors and independent investigators have gathered evidence suggesting that Russian troops are employing rape and sexual violence as part of their campaign of terror in Ukraine, similar to the tactics used by the Bosnian Serb army in the 1990s. The report emphasizes the need to prioritize the victims in Ukraine and ensure their inclusion and support, as many survivors in Bosnia had to wait for years before coming forward and the majority of sexual crimes went unpunished. The report also highlights the importance of addressing biases and stigma surrounding sexual violence, including recognizing male victims and the often-forgotten children born of wartime rape. It calls for the prosecution of perpetrators on behalf of Ukraine and emphasizes the need for immediate assistance to victims, including psychological support, healthcare, and legal aid.

via CNN|
#bosnian-war#international-affairs#russian-troops