Serbia accused of 'glorifying' convicted war criminal Ratko Mladić ahead of funeral
Serbia's planned funeral for Ratko Mladić, convicted of genocide, has sparked international outrage and internal division.
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The funeral of Ratko Mladić, convicted of genocide, is dividing Serbia. The country's decision to honor Mladić, known as the 'butcher of Bosnia,' has drawn criticism from international figures and outlets.
A senior EU official canceled a trip to Serbia in response to the planned tribute. NBC News and The Hill have accused Serbia of 'glorifying' Mladić.
The funeral is set to take place soon, but the exact date has not been disclosed. The question remains: how will Serbia's actions impact its international relations?
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Who reported it (5)
- Body of convicted war criminal Ratko Mladic returns to Serbia in government plane Reuters · 14h ago
- Serbia: How the funeral of Ratko Mladic is dividing a nation DW.com · 14h ago
- Honoring the ‘butcher of Bosnia’ continues the denial of genocide The Hill · 14h ago
- Senior EU official cancels Serbia trip over planned tribute to Mladic Al Jazeera · 14h ago
- Serbia accused of 'glorifying' convicted war criminal Ratko Mladić ahead of funeral NBC News · 14h ago
Quick answers
Who is Ratko Mladić?
Ratko Mladić is a convicted war criminal known as the 'butcher of Bosnia.' He was found guilty of genocide and other war crimes.
Why is Serbia honoring Mladić?
The reasons behind Serbia's decision to honor Mladić are not explicitly stated in the coverage. However, it has sparked significant controversy and division within the country.
What is the international response to Serbia's actions?
The international response has been critical. A senior EU official canceled a trip to Serbia, and outlets like NBC News and The Hill have accused Serbia of glorifying a convicted war criminal.
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