**Serbia Under Pressure: UN Committee Calls for Condemnation of War Crimes Denial**
A recent report from the Youth Initiative for Human Rights (YIHR) has brought attention to a pressing issue in Serbia. The UN Committee on Enforced Disappearances (CED) has called on the Serbian government to take concrete steps to address war crimes denial and implement international resolutions.
The CED, which was established by the United Nations General Assembly, published a report on Serbia earlier this year that included recommendations from YIHR. Among the key demands made by the UN Committee is for Serbia to condemn war crimes denial and sanction the glorification of war criminals. This includes implementing the UN General Assembly Resolution on the Srebrenica genocide, which was adopted in 2015.
**A Call for Action**
The CED has also recommended that Serbia include enforced disappearance as a separate crime without a statute of limitations in its national legislation. Furthermore, it called for changes to the law on the rights of combatants and their families to recognize the status of victim for all individuals affected by armed conflicts. Additionally, the Committee appealed for the introduction of a law on the rights of missing persons and their families.
YIHR has been at the forefront of advocating for these changes, and it is heartening to see the UN Committee supporting their efforts. The organization’s press release highlights the importance of cooperation between Belgrade and Pristina in resolving issues related to missing persons.
**A Step Towards Justice**
The CED’s report and recommendations are a significant step towards justice for victims of war crimes and enforced disappearance in Serbia. By acknowledging the gravity of these crimes, the Serbian government can take concrete steps towards reconciliation and accountability.
As YIHR points out, the implementation of these recommendations will require cooperation between civil society organizations, governments, and international bodies. The UN Committee’s report provides a crucial framework for addressing war crimes denial and promoting justice in Serbia.
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