Thousands attended the funeral of Ratko Mladić in Belgrade, a general convicted of genocide during the Bosnian War. His death and the subsequent military honors have raised concerns about Serbia's commitment to EU values, particularly regarding reconciliation and the acknowledgment of past atrocities.
EU officials criticized the glorification of Mladić, emphasizing that such actions contradict the principles necessary for Serbia's EU accession. The funeral has reignited discussions about Serbia's political climate and its ongoing negotiations for EU membership, which have faced significant challenges in recent years.