Elmedin Konaković has strongly criticized Serbia, accusing Belgrade of failing to fully cooperate in the prosecution of wartime fugitives and “hiding criminals,” in a new escalation of diplomatic tensions between the two countries.
Speaking in a recent public statement reported by regional media, Konaković claimed that Serbia continues to provide political and logistical protection to individuals accused or convicted of war crimes from the 1990s conflicts in the Balkans. He argued that such actions undermine justice efforts and slow down reconciliation in the region.
The remarks come amid ongoing disputes over cooperation with international and regional judicial mechanisms related to the Bosnian War. Serbia has repeatedly denied allegations that it shelters fugitives, insisting that it has officially cooperated with international tribunals, including the ICTY in The Hague, which prosecuted several high-profile figures from the former Yugoslavia. International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia
Konaković stressed that full accountability for war crimes remains essential for long-term stability in the Western Balkans, adding that unresolved cases continue to affect political trust between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia. Analysts say such statements reflect persistent regional sensitivities tied to the legacy of the 1992–1995 Bosnian War and ongoing efforts toward EU integration.
Serbian officials have not issued a detailed response to the latest accusations at the time of publication.