Ratko Mladic's Conviction: A Milestone for International Justice and a Reminder of the Power of Accountability Ratko Mladic, the former Bosnian Serb general convicted of genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes, has died while serving his sentence.
The news was met with relief from survivors of the Bosnia genocide, but also served as a poignant reminder of the long term effects of trauma on individuals and communities.
Background and Context of Ratko Mladic's Conviction The Bosnian War, which lasted from 1992 to 1995, saw some of the worst atrocities committed in Europe since World War II.