Serbia’s Justice Minister, Nenad Vujić, announced that convicted war criminal Ratko Mladić will receive a full state funeral upon the return of his remains from The Hague. The minister stated Serbia will facilitate the transport of Mladić’s body. This decision has sparked controversy given Mladić’s convictions for genocide and war crimes during the Bosnian War. Vujić indicated that they await specific procedures and timelines from the Hague Mechanism regarding the repatriation of the remains. The announcement signals a potentially divisive act within the region, given the pain caused by Mladić’s actions. Further details regarding the funeral arrangements are expected following coordination with the Hague Mechanism.