Time for history. Who did the Srebrenica genocide in 1995, and which punishment did they get for their crimes? What role did UNPROFOR play during the massacre? Can the world be sure that this doesn't repeat again? How is the UN learning from it's mistakes, is there a special procedure to ensure that?
The Srebrenica genocide took place between July 11 and 13, 1995, in the Bosnian town of Srebrenica. During this time, Serbian forces committed numerous atrocities against ethnic Bosnia-Herzegovina citizens, including the killing of over 8,000 men and boys who were then interned at a United Nations (UN) facility.

The tribunal found eight members of the former Yugoslavia’s military guilty of war crimes committed during the Srebrenica genocide. The tribunal sentenced each individual to death by hanging, although four received sentences of life imprisonment instead. In addition, the tribunal ordered restitution payments totaling €30 million ($39 million) to the victims' families.

Prior to the tribunal's findings and sentence, many countries expressed their disgust with the crimes committed and called on the Serbs to provide full disclosure about the extent of their involvement in the conflict. However, despite efforts made by international actors such as the United States and European Union, it remains unclear whether Serbia fully accepted responsibility for its actions or made genuine efforts towards healing wounds among communities affected by the violence.

Despite these setbacks, the tribunal has had a significant impact on promoting justice and accountability for past human rights abuses in the region. It also serves as a reminder of the dangers of nationalism and sectarianism, and the importance of protecting the right to human dignity and freedom around the world.

While the UN continues to work towards improving its response to similar situations, the need for ongoing vigilance and continued commitment to ensuring accountability remain important. Ultimately, only through thorough and impartial investigation and prosecution can we hope to prevent future genocides and promote sustainable peace and stability in the Balkans and beyond.