Court Hears All Adult Bosniaks in Herceg-Bosna Treated as Soldiers
A witness testifying at the trial of six Bosnian Croat officials claims the only crime of the detained Bosniaks was to be of working age.
A witness testifying at the trial of six Bosnian Croat officials claims the only crime of the detained Bosniaks was to be of working age.
Despite incresing pressure from legal experts and human rights groups, Serbian officilas say military documents will remain confidential for many years to come.
Although victims are frustrated with the slow pace, tribunal officials claim Bosnian courts are doing a good job.
Book by Milosevic ally reveals damning details of Serbia’s involvement in the conflict.
By IWPR staff in The Hague (TU No 526, 16-Nov-07)
Prosecution has long complained of witness intimidation leading to witnesses refusing to testify.
Academics say they want disclosure so that Serbia’s role in the Bosnian war can be assessed objectively.
The proceedings start amid rumours that a testimony from a Serb officer already acquitted by the Hague tribunal may be central to the case.
While lawyers for two accused Croat generals try to shift blame between the defendants.
Observers say without these documents, the wartime events in Croatia and Bosnia cannot be fully understood.