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Investigators Uncover 'Sniper Tourists' Behind Sarajevo Massacres

11/21/2025

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Investigators allege that "sniper tourists" participated in mass killings during the siege of Sarajevo from 1992 to 1996.
They reportedly paid Bosnian Serb soldiers to shoot at civilians for pleasure.
Over 10,000 people were killed during the siege.
The investigation stems from a complaint by writer Ezio Gavazzeni, who says the suspects met in Italy before traveling to Sarajevo and that Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has denied involvement.

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Story summary

Investigators allege that "sniper tourists" participated in mass killings during the siege of Sarajevo from 1992 to 1996.
They reportedly paid Bosnian Serb soldiers to shoot at civilians for pleasure.
Over 10,000 people were killed during the siege.
The investigation stems from a complaint by writer Ezio Gavazzeni, who says the suspects met in Italy before traveling to Sarajevo and that Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has denied involvement.