Former Srebrenica mayor and current Vice President of Republika Srpska, Abdulah Duraković, reacted to the death of convicted war criminal Ratko Mladić with dismissive remarks. He questioned what there was to celebrate, stating simply an 85-year-old man had died and it would not return those lost in the war. Duraković criticized Mladić's legacy and urged Serbian authorities to distance themselves from him. His statement highlights the deeply divided perspectives on Mladić’s death within Bosnia and Herzegovina, particularly regarding the Srebrenica genocide. The comments underscore the ongoing pain and trauma experienced by victims' families and the continued political sensitivities surrounding the Bosnian War. Duraković’s response stands in stark contrast to expressions of respect shown by some political figures in Serbia and Republika Srpska. He emphasized the lasting impact of Mladić’s actions and the importance of acknowledging the suffering of all victims.