Mii de sârbi participă la funeraliile „Măcelarului Bosniei”, generalul Ratko Mladić

Thousands gathered in Belgrade to pay tribute to Ratko Mladić, a convicted war criminal known for his role in the Bosnian genocide. His funeral sparked strong emotions regarding the Yugoslav wars and ethnic conflicts. Despite his conviction, many in Serbia and the Republika Srpska view him as a hero. The ceremony included free bus rides for attendees, and his family received condolences inside the church. The event has drawn criticism, particularly from those affected by the war, who see it as glorification of a figure responsible for immense suffering. The Serbian government organized national funerals for him, with a religious service led by the Serbian Orthodox Patriarch.