Former NATO Secretary General George Robertson, now a member of the House of Lords, brought attention to the situation in the Western Balkans in a briefing by British Secretary David Cameron. He discussed the destabilizing efforts of Milorad Dodik in Bosnia and Herzegovina, supported by Serbia’s Aleksandar Vučić.
Robertson questioned whether it’s time for NATO, the EU, and the UK to intervene forcefully to protect the Dayton Agreement. Cameron agreed, acknowledging Serbia and Republika Srpska’s campaigns against the Dayton Agreement and denial of the Srebrenica genocide.
“Everyone remembers Srebrenica. Genocide occurred there. It’s the worst thing to happen on the continent in recent decades, and the UK will vote for the Resolution,” Cameron stated.
Robertson also inquired about military presence in the region. Cameron highlighted his visit to Kosovo and discussions with KFOR, emphasizing the need for a stronger and more courageous KFOR.
Regarding Bosnia, the British Secretary mentioned the absence of EUFOR troops, emphasizing the EU’s responsibility. He and the EU envoy Peach agree that EUFOR needs strengthening.
The UK’s role in the Balkans is diplomatic engagement with all parties, with the military focus on KFOR.