Thousands of participants in the "March of Peace" paid tribute to the victims of Srebrenica On the 31st anniversary of the genocide committed in 1995 against Bosniaks by members of the army and police of Bosnian Serbs, thousands of people marched from Tuzla towards Srebrenica in a ceremony known as the "March of Peace." The event was organized to commemorate the victims of the atrocities that took place during the Bosnian War. In parallel with these commemorations, incidents occurred in Serbia. On the day of the anniversary, posters supporting former commander Ratko Mladić were displayed in several locations in Novi Sad. These posters, associated with the Radical Serbian Party (SRS) led by Vojislav Šešelj, featured Mladić wearing a general's cap and a message reading "General, thank your mother." According to reports from local media, such posters appeared across the city, prompting public outrage. Citizens reportedly destroyed the posters, expressing their disapproval of the political stance they represented. Meanwhile, in Belgrade, tensions escalated when a group of hooligans attacked Vladimir Arsenijević, a well-known writer and director of the "Krokodil" literary festival. The attack occurred near the location where a commemoration ceremony was planned for the victims of Srebrenica. The assailants brutally beat him, stole his phone, and vandalized the space intended for the remembrance event. As a result, organizers had to cancel the ceremony due to safety concerns. The incident sparked condemnation from various opposition parties and civil society organizations, who viewed the attack as part of a broader policy of denying the genocide. They called for legal action against the perpetrators, emphasizing that such acts reflect a continued refusal to acknowledge historical truths. President Aleksandar Vučić addressed the issue publicly, stating that today’s commemoration should demonstrate respect for the victims of Srebrenica. He reiterated that Serbs have always shown reverence for the victims, asserting that this is a moral obligation. "Today we must show respect for the Bosniak victims of Srebrenica," he said. "I do so again today. And we will always do so. We, unlike others, show respect and deeply honor the victims. This is our duty because through this we show that we are human." According to the non-governmental organization Initiative of Young People for Human Rights (YIHR), there have been at least 110 documented cases in 2025 alone in which Serbian authorities and institutions denied wartime crimes. These include instances of glorifying ten convicted war criminals and various forms of denial of wartime atrocities, including the denial of crimes in Racak (on Kosovo), the siege of Sarajevo, the existence of concentration camps in Prijedor, and mass graves in Batutinac near Belgrade, where bodies of victims from Kosovo were buried. The genocide in Srebrenica remains the most frequently denied crime, according to YIHR, with at least 30 documented cases in 2025. These developments highlight the ongoing struggle over historical memory in the Balkans, with some groups attempting to reshape narratives while others strive to preserve the truth. As the international community continues to mark the anniversary of one of the worst atrocities of the 20th century, the actions of individuals and institutions in Serbia remain under scrutiny.
9 reports
HRT (Hrvatska radiotelevizija)State / PublicCenterFactual 95Objective 856 days agoThousands of participants joined the 'March of Peace' from Tuzla to Srebrenica to commemorate the 31st anniversary of the genocide committed by Bosnian Serb forces against Bosniaks. The event took place on Wednesday and aimed to honor the victims of the Srebrenica massacre, which occurred during the Bosnian War. Participants traveled from Tuzla to Srebrenica as part of this annual commemoration, highlighting the ongoing significance of remembering the atrocities of the past.
Bias read (Center): The article provides a factual account of the 'March of Peace' event, focusing on its purpose and historical context without showing overt bias toward any political side. It does not include commentary or framing that would suggest a particular ideological leaning.
Why these scores (Factual 95 · Objective 85): Reports accurately on the 'March of Peace' and memorial activities in Srebrenica. Maintains a neutral tone and focuses on factual events without overt bias.
Jutarnji listIndependentProgressiveFactual 90Objective 653 days agoThe article reports on incidents surrounding the 31st anniversary of the genocide in Srebrenica, which occurred in July 1995. In Novi Sad, posters supporting Vojislav Šešelj of the Serbian Radical Party (SRS) and former commander Ratko Mladić, both convicted of war crimes related to the Srebrenica massacre, were displayed. These posters included images of Mladić wearing a general’s cap and a message thanking his mother. The SRS claimed the action was meant to honor Mladić’s role in 'liberating' Srebrenica. Meanwhile, local authorities and organizations condemned these actions, linking them to policies of denial of the genocide. In Belgrade, a cultural figure was attacked during a planned commemoration event, leading to its cancellation. The article notes ongoing efforts by NGOs to document cases of denial of wartime atrocities in Serbia.
Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the display of pro-Mladić and pro-Šešelj posters as politically motivated acts of denial, aligning with international condemnation of the Srebrenica genocide. It highlights the condemnation from civil society and NGOs, emphasizing the moral obligation to honor victims, while the S
Why these scores (Factual 90 · Objective 65): Accurately describes the attack on the writer and cancellation of the event, but has a somewhat sensational tone and emphasizes the controversy without full neutrality.
Telegram.hrIndependentCenterFactual 90Objective 603 days agoOn the 31st anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide, multiple incidents occurred in Serbia, including the vandalism of posters supporting convicted war criminal Ratko Mladić by members of the Serbian Radical Party (SRS). In Novi Sad, posters featuring Mladić were destroyed by locals. Meanwhile, in Belgrade, prominent writer Vladimir Arsenijević was brutally attacked by a group of hooligans at a planned commemoration site for Srebrenica victims. The attack led to the cancellation of the event due to security concerns. Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić emphasized the need to show respect for the victims, while human rights organizations condemned the attacks and called for legal action against those responsible.
Bias read (Center): The article reports on events related to the Srebrenica genocide anniversary, which is a highly sensitive and politically charged issue in Serbia. It presents both the actions of the SRS, which support a convicted war criminal, and the violent attack on a prominent writer during a commemorative act.
Why these scores (Factual 90 · Objective 60): Reports on the SRS posters and the response from citizens, but shows a clear bias against the SRS and their actions, using emotionally charged language.
Novi listIndependentProgressiveFactual 90Objective 553 days agoThe article reports on incidents during the 31st anniversary commemoration of the genocide in Srebrenica, which took place on July 11, 2026. In Novi Sad, anti-Serb nationalist posters supporting former Yugoslav Army commander Ratko Mladić, who was convicted of genocide, were displayed. These posters were subsequently destroyed by locals. Meanwhile, in Belgrade, writer and festival director Vladimir Arsenijević was attacked by a group of hooligans at a planned memorial event for Srebrenica victims, resulting in injuries and vandalism. The organizers canceled the ceremony due to safety concerns. Civil organizations condemned the attacks, linking them to policies of denial of the Srebrenica genocide. Serbian President Vučić publicly called for respect towards the victims.
Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the actions against pro-Mladić posters and the attack on Vladimir Arsenijević as politically motivated acts linked to the denial of the Srebrenica genocide. It emphasizes the condemnation of such behavior by civil organizations and highlights the president’s call for respect, alll
Why these scores (Factual 90 · Objective 55): Accurate in reporting the vandalism and political stance of SRS, but presents a biased narrative against Serbian leaders and supports the idea of denial, lacking neutrality.
N1 HrvatskaIndependentProgressiveFactual 85Objective 803 days agoWriter and festival director Vladimir Arsenijević was attacked by a group of hooligans under the Brankov Bridge in Belgrade before a commemoration event for the victims of Srebrenica. According to social media posts, he was assaulted after exiting a taxi intending to clear the area where the memorial event was planned. The attackers hit him in the head, kicked him, and stole his mobile phone, while the space under the bridge was completely vandalized. Arsenijević described being confronted by a group of 20 to 30 young people who physically assaulted him, threatened him, and pushed into his face. The organizers canceled the planned event at 11 am due to safety concerns.
Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the attack as a politically motivated act against a cultural figure associated with commemorating the Srebrenica genocide, which has strong political implications in the Balkans. The emphasis on the vandalism and the cancellation of the event suggests a left-leaning perspective,关切
Why these scores (Factual 85 · Objective 80): Focuses on the commemorative events in Bosnia-Herzegovina and the official mourning day. While factually sound, it does not address the incident in Belgrade, making it less comprehensive.
N1 HrvatskaIndependentConservativeFactual 85Objective 603 days ago We, unlike others, show respect and always have deep sympathy for the victimsThe article reports on the commemoration of the 31st anniversary of the genocide committed against Bosniaks in Srebrenica in 1995, which was carried out by members of the army and police of Bosnian Serbs. In Serbia, incidents occurred during the commemorations, including the appearance of posters supporting former commander Ratko Mladić, who was convicted of genocide, by the Serbian Radical Party (SRS). These posters were removed by locals, and there were violent incidents involving the destruction of these posters. The Serbian president, Aleksandar Vučić, emphasized the need to show respect to the victims of the genocide, stating that Serbs consistently do so. Additionally, a literary figure was attacked at a planned memorial event, leading to its cancellation. Civil organizations condemned the incidents, linking them to policies denying the genocide. Reports indicate that authorities in Serbia continue to deny wartime crimes.
Bias read (Conservative): The article frames the actions of the Serbian Radical Party (SRS) and their support for Ratko Mladić as 'heroic' despite his conviction for genocide, using emotionally charged language such as 'herojska uloga' ('heroic role'). It highlights the state's failure to adequately address the denial of war
Why these scores (Factual 85 · Objective 60): Reports on the incident involving Vladimir Arsenijević and the canceled commemoration, but includes emotionally charged descriptions and lacks balance in presenting perspectives.
N1 HrvatskaIndependentConservativeFactual 85Objective 603 days ago VIDEO / In Novi Sad, posters glorifying Ratko Mladic were displayed on the day of remembrance of SrebrenicaOn July 11, 2026, during the International Day of Remembrance for the Victims of the Srebrenica Genocide, posters glorifying Ratko Mladić, the former commander of the Army of the Republic of Serbian Krajina (VRS) who was convicted of genocide in Srebrenica and sentenced to life imprisonment, appeared in several locations across Novi Sad, Serbia. The posters were placed by the Serbian Radical Party (SRS), which stated the campaign aimed to highlight Mladić's 'heroic role.' The posters featured Mladić's military cap alongside the message 'General, thank you to your mother.' However, local residents quickly removed the controversial posters, as reported by the media outlet Razglas News. In contrast, the SRS openly claims they have been working for decades to present their version of events from July 1995, consciously denying judicial rulings and established facts.
Bias read (Conservative): The article frames the actions of the Serbian Radical Party (SRS) as a provocative act aimed at challenging the historical narrative surrounding the Srebrenica genocide. It highlights the SRS's explicit denial of judicial rulings and established facts, while emphasizing the removal of their posters.
Why these scores (Factual 85 · Objective 60): Contains factual information about the incident in Belgrade but leans towards criticizing Serbian leadership and the broader implications of the event, showing partiality.
HRT (Hrvatska radiotelevizija)State / PublicCenterFactual 80Objective 753 days ago Serbia: Incidents with the anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide, Vucic asks for a stamp for the victimsOn the 31st anniversary of the genocide in Srebrenica, incidents occurred during commemorations in Serbia, where Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić called for respect towards the Bosnian victims. Placards supporting Ratko Mladić, the former commander of the Army of the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina (VRS) convicted for the Srebrenica genocide, were displayed by the Serbian Radical Party (SRS) across multiple locations in Novi Sad. These placards featured Mladić’s military cap and a message expressing gratitude to his mother. Local media reported that some residents destroyed these placards, which sparked tensions. Additionally, a literary figure and director of the Krokodil Festival, Vladimir Arsenijević, was attacked by a group of hooligans at a planned commemoration event in Belgrade, leading to the cancellation of the ceremony due to security concerns. Several opposition parties and civil society organizations condemned the attacks, linking them to the denial of the Srebrenica genocide. Vučić emphasized the importance of showing respect to the victims, stating that Serbs have always honored them. According to a recent report by the non-governmental organization YIHR, at the
Bias read (Center): The article presents both perspectives—mentioning the display of placards supporting Ratko Mladić and the destruction of those placards by local residents. It also includes statements from Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić calling for respect towards the victims, alongside criticism from opposition
Why these scores (Factual 80 · Objective 75): Reports the incident accurately but includes more political commentary on the SRS and Šešelj, which diverges from the primary focus on the commemoration and the attack. Tone slightly leans towards criticism of Serbian nationalist groups.
tportalIndependentConservative3 days agoIn Novi Sad, pro-Serb Radical Party (SRS) posters supporting former VRS commander Ratko Mladić, convicted of genocide in Srebrenica, were displayed during the anniversary commemorations. The posters featured Mladić’s general’s cap and a message thanking his mother. The SRS claimed the action was meant to highlight Mladić’s 'heroic role' in liberating Srebrenica. Meanwhile, local media reported that residents destroyed these posters, viewing them as offensive on the day of the Srebrenica genocide remembrance. In Belgrade, a cultural figure was attacked by a group of hooligans during a planned commemoration event, leading organizers to cancel the ceremony. Civil society groups condemned the incidents, linking them to policies denying the Srebrenica genocide. Serbian President Vučić emphasized respect for victims, stating that Serbs always show reverence for Srebrenica’s victims. A report by the non-governmental organization YIHR noted over 110 cases of denial of wartime crimes in Serbia in 2025, including glorification of war criminals and denial of atrocities such as those in Račka, Sarajevo, and Batajnica.
Bias read (Conservative): The article frames the actions of the SRS and the broader denial of Srebrenica genocide as politically motivated, aligning with narratives that downplay or justify historical wartime crimes. It highlights criticism of civil society and political figures who oppose such denial, suggesting a rightward
★
Keep the news honest.
ObjectiveNews is reader-funded and ad-free — we show you the bias instead of hiding it. Support independent journalism for €5/month.
Become a Supporter
Croatia
