Army of Republika Srpska (VRS)

The Army of Republika Srpska (VRS) was the military force established by the Republika Srpska, a Bosnian Serb entity, during the Bosnian War (1992-1995). Its purpose was to defend Serb-controlled territories within Bosnia and Herzegovina. The VRS was involved in combat operations and has been linked to various wartime activities that drew international attention and criticism, including ethnic violence. After the war, the VRS was dissolved, and many of its members were integrated into the official Bosnian armed forces. The VRS played a central role in the conflict and its complex, tragic history.