Buried Ratko Mladić: his comrades put a sword on his grave, the son in tears gave a scandalous speechThe funeral of Ratko Mladić, a convicted war criminal, took place at the Topčider Cemetery in Belgrade under high security measures. The ceremony included a religious service led by the Patriarch of the Serbian Orthodox Church, Porfirije, who emphasized themes of human mortality and divine judgment. Thousands of citizens gathered from Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Montenegro, causing traffic disruptions and requiring police intervention. Political figures, military personnel, and representatives from foreign embassies attended the event. After the service, a procession moved to the cemetery where Mladić was buried. His son, Darko Mladić, delivered an emotional and controversial speech praising his father’s wartime role and criticizing international institutions and the Hague tribunal.
Bias read (Center): The article provides a balanced account of the funeral proceedings, including both the formal aspects of the event and the controversial speech by Mladić's son. It does not take a clear ideological stance but presents the facts and reactions from various perspectives.
Why factuality (85): The article accurately reports the burial of Ratko Mladić, including his death date, location, and the religious ceremony led by Patriarch Porfirije. It mentions the large crowd and security measures, aligning with the primary source document. However, it uses emotionally charged terms like 'suborci
Why objectivity (55): The tone is highly emotional and biased, using phrases like 'skandalozan govor' and focusing on the controversy around the burial. The article frames the event as controversial and highlights reactions from different parts of Serbia and the region, showing a clear political angle.
N1 SlovenijaIndependentProgressiveFactual 85Objective 459/7/2026During a major Belgrade derby football match between Crvena Zvezda and Partizan, fans of Crvena Zvezda displayed a banner featuring the image of Ratsko Mladić, a war criminal convicted by the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia. The banner included the phrase 'Smer Potočari,' referencing the Potočari village near Srebrenica, where a memorial complex and mass grave of genocide victims are located. The display occurred shortly after UEFA penalized Crvena Zvezda for similar behavior during a European match against Viktoria Plzeň, where fans had also glorified Mladić. The match began with a minute of silence for Mladić, who was sentenced to life imprisonment for his role in the Siege of Sarajevo and the Srebrenica genocide. This incident highlights ongoing tensions around the commemoration of wartime figures in sports contexts.
Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the display of a war criminal's image at a sports event as a controversial act, emphasizing the historical atrocities associated with Mladić and the international legal consequences of his actions. It does not present the fan behavior in a neutral light but rather criticizes it as
Why factuality (85): The article reports on events at a Belgrade derby where fans displayed an image of war criminal Ratko Mladić. It mentions the UEFA sanction against Red Star due to fan behavior, and provides basic background on Mladić’s convictions at the ICTY. While these facts are generally accurate, the article d
Why objectivity (45): The tone is highly emotive and biased, using loaded terms like 'sramotni' (shameful) and 'zločinca' (criminal). The article frames Mladić as a controversial figure and criticizes the Serbian Orthodox Church’s stance, showing clear political bias. Emotional language and lack of neutrality significant
OpenIndependentConservativeFactual 80Objective 509/7/2026Ratko Mladić, known as the 'Butcher of the Balkans,' was laid to rest in Belgrade after being buried alongside his daughter Ana, who committed suicide in 1994 following the ethnic cleansing operations conducted by her father. Thousands attended the funeral at the Church of Saint Luke, where religious ceremonies were held by the Serbian Patriarch Porfirije. Despite international condemnation for his role in the Srebrenica genocide, Mladić remains a national hero for many Serbs, particularly in the Republika Srpska. The Serbian president, Aleksandar Vučić, did not attend the ceremony but allowed state honors for the funeral. Supporters expressed pride in Mladić’s legacy, with some kissing the coffin as it passed.
Bias read (Conservative): The article frames Mladić as a national hero despite his conviction for war crimes, emphasizing the reverence he receives among parts of the Serbian population. It highlights the emotional and symbolic aspects of his burial next to his daughter, while noting the absence of high-profile political and
Why factuality (80): The article provides accurate information about Mladić’s death, the funeral arrangements, and the absence of President Vučić. It references the primary source document regarding the burial at Topčider and the involvement of Patriarch Porfirije. However, it includes some speculative elements such as
Why objectivity (50): The article has a strong nationalist tone, referring to Mladić as 'macellaio dei Balcani' and highlighting Serbian pride. It also criticizes the international community, suggesting a biased perspective towards Serbia and against the international judiciary.
Jutarnji listIndependentProgressiveFactual 60Objective 309/8/2026The article discusses the controversy surrounding Patriarch Porfirije (Perić) of the Serbian Orthodox Church, who led a prayer for Rato Mladić, a war criminal responsible for numerous atrocities during the Bosnian War. The piece questions why this act shocked many, suggesting that it was expected given Porfirije's controversial election in 2021, allegedly influenced by Serbian President Aleksander Vučić and intelligence services. The article criticizes Porfirije’s portrayal of Mladić as a 'righteous' figure and highlights his denial of the genocide at Srebrenica, accusing the United Nations of unfairly targeting Serbs. It further notes that some in Croatia welcomed Porfirije due to his charm, despite his controversial actions.
Bias read (Progressive): The article strongly criticizes the Serbian Orthodox Church and Patriarch Porfirije for their stance on Rato Mladić and the denial of the Srebrenica genocide. It uses emotionally charged language such as 'shameful,' 'monstrous killer,' and 'collateral participant in horrific crimes,' indicating a sl
Why factuality (60): This article contains numerous unverified claims, including allegations of secret intelligence operations influencing the election of Patriarch Porfirije and references to 'Sky messages' from 2021. These claims lack credible sourcing and appear speculative. The article also makes broad accusations w
Why objectivity (30): The article is extremely one-sided and emotionally charged, presenting a narrative that strongly criticizes the Serbian Orthodox Church and supports Mladić. It uses inflammatory language and appears to promote a particular political agenda, making it highly subjective and lacking in balance.
