In the multimedia hall of the Memorial Fund in Kovači, today, July 3, a panel entitled "We remember the genocide in Srebrenica" was held. This program was realized in cooperation with the Directorate for Religious Affairs of Rijaset IZ in BiH and the Mufti of Sarajevo, and is part of the project to mark the 26th anniversary. genocide in Srebrenica and the commemoration of the most serious crimes with elements of genocide in the area of Prijedor and the Sana Valley.
The forum was attended by a large number of young people, in accordance with the intention to motivate them to be aware of the events of the recent past, for the purpose of building an attitude in the present and productive action in the future.
Today's forum during which dr. Ermin Kuka drew the attention of the present youth to the important aspects of building a clear attitude about the past, an activity that testifies to the commitment of the present youth to remember and talk about crimes.
dr. Kuka, as a research associate of the Institute for Crime Research at the University of Sarajevo, spoke from a scientific point of view about crimes in the past, and about taking a clear and well-argued stance towards the past.
- I remind you of two unquestionable facts. The first is that armed aggression was committed against the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Another unquestionable fact says that the most serious form of crime, genocide, was committed in all occupied territories in cities under siege - said Dr. Kuka.
He pointed out that, according to the definition, genocide is inseparable from the intention to completely or partially destroy an ethnic group.
- The crimes in the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina were planned, thoroughly prepared and systematic - he emphasized.
Referring to official documents, dr. Kuka pointed out the elements of crimes against Bosniaks; from the statements of the aggressor, to the consequences of the crime on the collective and individuals.
Just as reason can complement feelings, so a scientific approach to history can complement memory. Supplement with argumentation and a rational review that help to name, describe and warn of evil. This forum is a contribution to that.
