Ratko Mladić's Son States His Father Is Dramatically Ill, Worst News Can Be Expected
The son of the former commander of the Army of Republika Srpska (VRS) and Hague convict Ratko Mladić stated today that his father's condition is "dramatically bad" and that if something is not done quickly, the worst news can be expected.
TL;DR
- Darko Mladić reports his father, Ratko Mladić, is in "dramatically bad" health, worse than two weeks prior.
- He fears that delays in treatment decisions could lead to the worst possible news, implying Mladić might die in prison.
- Mladić's defense has filed an urgent request for temporary release on humanitarian grounds due to his deteriorating health and inadequate care.
- Victim associations from Srebrenica have opposed Mladić's release, urging the court to consider victims' perspectives.
- Ratko Mladić is serving a life sentence for genocide, crimes against humanity, and other war crimes.