A few hours after Yugoslav lawmakers approved a bill paving the way for the extradition of individuals suspected of committing war crimes to the International Criminal Court in The Hague, Veljko Stojiljković, a former Serbian minister, committed suicide by shooting himself in the head and is currently in critical condition. According to the passed bill, those individuals who have already been indicted by the International Criminal Court will be extradited to this court. In his suicide note, Stojiljković blamed President Voislav Koštunica and many other government officials, accusing them of forming a puppet regime. Mr. Koštunica described Stojiljković's suicide as a tragic event and stated that this act serves as a warning to the international community, which constantly pressures Yugoslavia and imposes conditions on the country.
Suicide of a Former Serbian Minister - 2002-04-12
Veljko Stojiljković, a former Serbian minister, committed suicide shortly after a bill was passed allowing the extradition of war crime suspects to the International Criminal Court. He blamed the current government, particularly President Voislav Koštunica, for his situation. This incident highlights the intense pressure on Yugoslavia from the international community.
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📰 What Happened
Former Serbian minister Veljko Stojiljković committed suicide after war crimes extradition bill approval.
- Yugoslav lawmakers announce Veljko Stojiljković
- Veljko Stojiljković commit suicide self
- Veljko Stojiljković blame President Voislav Koštunica, government officials
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📚 Background
The suicide of a former minister underscores the tensions within Yugoslavia regarding war crimes and governance.
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