Yugoslav Wars

The Yugoslav Wars were a series of conflicts in the 1990s following the breakup of Yugoslavia, a multi-ethnic federation. After economic decline and rising nationalism, several republics declared independence, leading to civil wars marked by ethnic tensions and violence, particularly in Bosnia and Croatia. Key issues included territorial disputes and the desire for different ethnic groups to establish their own states. The wars resulted in significant loss of life, widespread atrocities, and atrocities such as ethnic cleansing. The conflicts ended with international intervention and the establishment of new countries, shaping the political landscape of Southeast Europe today.