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MFA: Andrija Mandić's condolences over Ratko Mladić's death are unacceptable

MFA: Andrija Mandić's condolences over Ratko Mladić's death are unacceptable

From Večernji List · () Croatian

Translated from Croatian and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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News Official statement Outcome reported
  • Montenegro's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) stated that condolences from Andrija Mandić regarding Ratko Mladić's death are unacceptable.
  • Ratko Mladić, a former Bosnian Serb Army commander, was convicted of genocide and war crimes.
  • The MFA's statement emphasizes the gravity of Mladić's crimes and rejects any expression of sympathy.

Montenegro's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has declared that condolences offered by Andrija Mandić, the current President of Montenegro, concerning the death of Ratko Mladić are unacceptable. Mladić, a former commander of the Bosnian Serb Army, was convicted of genocide and war crimes during the Bosnian War.

The ministry's strong stance underscores the international condemnation of Mladić's actions, particularly his role in the Srebrenica genocide. By labeling Mandić's expressions of sympathy as unacceptable, the MFA signals a rejection of any attempt to legitimize or downplay the severity of Mladić's crimes.

Ratko Mladić was found guilty by the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY) for his involvement in atrocities committed during the war in Bosnia and Herzegovina. His conviction included genocide, crimes against humanity, and violations of the laws or customs of war.

The statement from the Montenegrin MFA highlights the ongoing sensitivity and political implications surrounding the legacy of the Bosnian War and its convicted perpetrators. It reflects a commitment to acknowledging the victims and upholding international justice standards.

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