Racak massacre

The Racak massacre occurred in January 1999 in the village of Racak, Kosovo, during the Kosovo conflict. Serbian security forces are believed to have killed around 45 ethnic Albanian civilians, many of whom were unarmed. The event was a turning point, as it drew international attention and increased pressure on Serbia, contributing to NATO's intervention. Investigations suggested that some victims may have been executed, and the massacre highlighted concerns about human rights abuses during the conflict. It remains a significant event in understanding the violence and complexities of the Kosovo war.