Rachel Irwin
Senior Reporter
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Sarajevo Defenders "Provoked" Fire
Bosnian Serb ex-officer says troops inside the city were trying to get his men to return fire on civilian areas.
27 Jun 14
Hague Judges Seek Views on Provisional Release for Seselj
Defendant says he will continue to speak out against the tribunal if allowed to leave detention.
20 Jun 14
Mladic Witness Says Arms Smuggled into Sarajevo as Aid
Ex-soldier says weapons were found in humanitarian shipments for besieged city.
13 Jun 14
Hague Tribunal: Truth, Justice – and Reconciliation Too?
As court winds up its work, Bosnian communities don’t all buy into the common historical narrative it was supposed to provide.
6 Jun 14
Mladic Witness Says Civilians Not Targeted
Ex-officer claims his men “never opened fire without a good reason” during Sarajevo siege.
30 May 14
Mladic Defence Case Begins Next Week
His team wants to call 336 witnesses, although list may be amended.
28 May 14
Karadzic Requests Separate Sentencing
Defendant asks tribunal not to decide possible jail term at same time as verdict.
28 May 14
Praljak Must Repay Legal Fees
Convicted Bosnian Croat commander found ineligible for financial assistance.
28 May 14
Mladic Defence Case Starts With Sarajevo
Former army subordinates say they were never told to fire on civilians, and did not mount offensive operations.
23 May 14
Karadzic Seeks Investigation Into Hague Prosecutors
Defendant argues that prosecution broke rules regarding disclosure of evidence.
23 May 14
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