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DUBLIN, July 11 (FENA) – Irish Foreign Minister and Defense Minister Simon Coveney paid tribute to the victims of Srebrenica genocide today.
In his post, he stated that today we mark the 25th anniversary of one of the worst atrocities to take place on European soil, when 8,000 unarmed men and boys were systematically murdered at Srebrenica in July 1995.
"A quarter of a century later, the psychological wounds remain, particularly for the families and communities directly affected. Although the Covid-19 pandemic prevents us from physically gathering together in commemoration here in Ireland, it is important that we remember this event for what it was: an appalling act of genocide," wrote Simon Coveney.
He commended the work of the Bosnia-Herzegovina Association of Ireland who have worked tirelessly, along with other members of the Bosnian community in Ireland, to ensure that the events in Srebrenica have been remembered and marked in Ireland over the years.
"Ireland has respect for human rights at the heart of our foreign policy, and we know from our own history the importance of reconciliation and lasting peace," stated Irish Foreign Minister.
He expressed the continuity of support to the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina on their own journey towards reconciliation.
"We will also continue to support their path towards the European Union, a community which is founded on the values of equality and respect for human rights," said Coveney.
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