Survivors of Croatia's 'Operation Storm' Still Feel Neglected 31 Years Later

More than three decades after Croatia's "Operation Storm" military offensive, many who fled the conflict continue to grapple with feelings of neglect and bitterness. The operation, which lasted from August 4 to August 7, 1995, led to a mass exodus of Serbs from Croatia. Survivors of this displacement express a deep sense of being forgotten by authorities. "No one asks how we are doing," one survivor lamented, reflecting a widespread sentiment among those who left their homes. They observe that while financial resources seem to be readily available from various sources, the actual needs and emotional well-being of the displaced population are overlooked. This perception fuels a sense of injustice, with the feeling that those in power are more concerned with personal enrichment than with the plight of the victims. The enduring pain and lack of support highlight the long-term human cost of the conflict, even as time passes.