Mladić funeral exposes Serbia-Kosovo justice rift; EU mediation at risk

The funeral of convicted war criminal Ratko Mladić in Belgrade, where he is celebrated as a hero by some, highlights unresolved tensions in the Balkans. This glorification clashes with international justice norms and complicates EU-facilitated Serbia-Kosovo normalization talks. The incident underscores that justice remains a core obstacle to regional peace, with potential to derail diplomatic progress.