Croatian investigative journalist Domagoj Margetić has publicly accused Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić of involvement in a series of alleged illegal activities, including historical and contemporary claims related to Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Margetić, known for his controversial reporting in the region, has filed materials with foreign authorities in Milan alleging that Vučić had ties to paramilitary activity during the 1992–1995 Siege of Sarajevo, an operation known in media reports as “Sarajevo Safari.” According to Margetić, evidence including documents, photos, and media reports supports his claim that Vučić may have been involved in or linked to actions against civilians during the conflict.
In addition to historical allegations, Margetić has raised concerns about alleged illegal mining operations near Prijedor in Bosnia and Herzegovina. He claims that companies such as Drvo-Export, allegedly under the influence of political figures, operated mining activities on disputed lands, some of which are historically significant sites tied to civilian massacres in World War II.
These claims have drawn attention on social media and in regional news outlets, but none of the allegations have been verified by independent judicial bodies, and Vučić has firmly denied all accusations, calling them “false and politically motivated” and threatening legal action against outlets that have published them.
Experts caution that while some environmental concerns in Prijedor regarding mining practices are documented by NGOs and local reports, there is no independent evidence linking these activities to Vučić personally.
The accusations have sparked debate in both Croatia and Serbia, with media and political analysts emphasizing the distinction between allegations and verified facts. Margetić continues to assert that he has provided prosecutors with sufficient materials for investigation, though no international court proceedings have confirmed the claims.
This development adds to a broader discourse on the role of investigative journalism in the Balkans, highlighting the complex intersection of historical conflicts, political accountability, and environmental oversight.
