30 Years After Srebrenica: Europe Finally Admits the Genocide, But Is It Too Late?
Can you believe it took 30 years for Europe to finally say out loud: “The genocide in Srebrenica didn’t happen in some faraway place, it happened right here, in front of our eyes!” At the commemoration in Potočari, European Council President Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen finally said what should have been clear long ago – denying the genocide is unacceptable, revisionism is a crime, and glorifying war criminals is shameful.
Europe and Its ‘Responsibility’
Von der Leyen admitted that the EU bears responsibility for failing to prevent the genocide. Yes, you read that right – they admit they failed to stop the massacre where over 8,000 Bosniaks were killed. And now, 30 years later, they promise it won’t happen again. But is this just empty talk or real commitment?
Political Leaders and Their Role
The European Commission made it clear that political leaders, especially those in the Western Balkans, have a huge responsibility. Will they finally face the past or keep sweeping it under the rug?
Safety and Peace at the Commemoration
The event in Potočari went peacefully, without incidents, thanks to increased police and security efforts. Traffic was slowed, but that’s a small price on a day when we remember one of Europe’s greatest post-WWII tragedies.
Why Does This Matter?
Because if we don’t learn from the past, we’re doomed to repeat it. If Europe doesn’t stand firmly on the side of truth, revisionism will keep growing, and war criminals will keep being glorified.
So, what do you think? Has Europe finally gotten serious, or is this just another political show? Drop your thoughts below and remember – truth is the only thing that can save us from repeating such horrors.
