Serbia's harsh reaction to the UN resolution commemorating the 1995 Srebrenica genocide stems from its perception of the resolution as part of a broader Western political offensive against Serbia. The Serbian government fears the resolution could be misused to implicate the Serbian nation and the Republika Srpska in the genocide, despite the resolution's text not attributing collective responsibility. The issue is further complicated by Serbia's strained relations with the EU and the US, its stance on the Ukraine war, and ongoing regional tensions involving Bosnia and Kosovo.
The United Nations has approved a resolution to annually commemorate the 1995 Srebrenica genocide, despite strong opposition from Serbia and Bosnian Serbs. The resolution, which designates July 11 as the "International Day of Reflection and Commemoration of the 1995 Genocide in Srebrenica," passed with 84 votes in favor, 19 against, and 68 abstentions. Critics argue it unfairly stigmatizes Serbs, while supporters believe it honors the victims and promotes global awareness.
The UN General Assembly has approved a resolution to establish July 11 as the International Day of Remembrance of the Srebrenica Genocide, despite strong opposition from Bosnian Serbs and Serbia. The resolution, authored by Germany and Rwanda, aims to foster reconciliation and condemns any denial of the genocide. Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic and Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik have criticized the move, with Dodik denying the genocide occurred. The resolution has sparked significant controversy and protests in Serbia.
