Thursday is the first-ever International Day of Reflection and Commemoration of the 1995 Genocide in Srebrenica. The Srebrenica massacre marked one of the darkest chapters of the war that followed the breakup of the former Yugoslavia. Over 8,000 lives were lost, thousands of people were displaced and families and communities were devastated. “May the memory of Srebrenica strengthen our resolve to build a world free from the scourge of genocide —a world where justice and peace prevail, where ‘never again’ is a solemn promise fulfilled for all humanity,” said UN Secretary-General António Guterres. https://lnkd.in/eQdYwhqQ
May we as humankind learn from the past and come closer together, embrace and respect each other in the future and give us the strength to forgive- everywhere in the world. I feel today the pain with the survivors, mainly the woman who lost so much in life. It is heartbreaking seeing how they still search for the bones of their loved once. Today I also feel with the people from Ukraine going through these hard times. I wish them peace with Russia and not that they destroy each other and their relations. I also hope that the hostages in Israel will come back home to their families and this useless war, injustice, huge violence & killing there will end. Life is so short to let violence & hate destroy so much for all future generations. I stay for the path of peace, taking over accountability and strengthening diplomacy - everywhere on earth I hope that the UN gets more influence and the country consenses in the UN get a binding character in each country’s law not just on paper but with actions behind. Country leaders who don‘t follow the law should not internationally stay Country representatives anymore. Either they correct their actions or they should leave. We need accountable leaders with a healthy justice
One should NOT forget about the ongoing genocide of innocent lives in Palestine.
United Nations, Reflecting on the first-ever International Day of Reflection and Commemoration of the 1995 Genocide in Srebrenica brings forth a poignant reminder of the human toll of conflict. The Srebrenica massacre stands as a stark testament to the depths of cruelty and loss that war can inflict upon communities. As we honor the memory of over 8,000 lives lost, let us also renew our commitment to justice and peace worldwide. May this day serve as a beacon of hope, urging us to strive tirelessly towards a future where such atrocities are unimaginable. Together, we can build a world where empathy triumphs over indifference, and where the echoes of 'never again' resound in every corner.
Prevention Mechanisms**: The Bosnian Genocide underscored the need for robust international mechanisms to prevent and respond to genocide and mass atrocities promptly. This led to the development of doctrines such as the Responsibility to Protect (R2P), which emphasizes the international community's duty to prevent and stop genocides. ### Conclusion Indifference is a powerful enabler of genocide and atrocities, as demonstrated by the Holocaust, the Rwandan Genocide, the Bosnian Genocide, and the recent bombing of the Okhmatdyt Children’s Hospital in Ukraine. These events highlight the catastrophic impact of global inaction and the urgent need for immediate and decisive international responses. By fostering active engagement, advocacy, and education, the global community can combat indifference and ensure a more compassionate and just response to injustice. ### References 1. **United States Holocaust Memorial Museum**: [US Holocaust Memorial Museum](https://www.ushmm.org/) 2. **United Nations - Rwanda Genocide**: [UN Rwanda Genocide](https://www.un.org/en/preventgenocide/rwanda/) 3. **International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY)**: [ICTY](https://www.icty.org/) 4.
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It happens every day in this world where ever there is a war. It starts with random killing and attacking , continuity displacements, murders, rapes and finish with ethiic, religious or any other cleansing. From 1992 we can see prime time killing and cleansing at national and international TV which hardly bother most of watchers. Today people are more educated although savages more than 1000 years ago.
#### Key Events and Global Inaction: 1. **Srebrenica Massacre (1995)**: - **Event**: In July 1995, more than 8,000 Bosniak men and boys were systematically executed by Bosnian Serb forces in the town of Srebrenica, a UN-declared safe area. - **International Response**: Despite the presence of UN peacekeepers, the international community failed to act decisively to prevent the massacre. The lack of intervention highlighted the devastating consequences of global indifference. 2. **Ethnic Cleansing**: - **Event**: Throughout the war, numerous towns and villages experienced ethnic cleansing, where non-Serb populations were forcibly removed, and many were killed. - **Global Inaction**: Early warnings and reports of these atrocities were often met with slow and insufficient responses from international powers, contributing to the prolonged suffering of the victims. #### Lessons Learned: - **Accountability**: The International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY) was established to prosecute those responsible for war crimes, including genocide and crimes against humanity. This initiative aimed to address the failures of inaction and bring justice to the victim
In honoring the memory of Srebrenica, we must commit to a world where justice and peace prevail. "Never again" must be a promise fulfilled for all humanity. #Srebrenica #NeverAgain #JusticeForAll
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3wA crime against humanity in which the international community, including the UN, has completely failed. As a mother of sons and as a wife and sister, I suffer with the mothers, wives and sisters of Srebrenica. We must never forget these victims, especially the bereaved.