The Siege of Sarajevo refers to a prolonged period of armed conflict that took place from 1992 to 1996 in the capital city of Bosnia and Herzegovina. This military standoff occurred during the Bosnian War and saw Bosnian Serb forces besieging the city of Sarajevo with the intention to exert control over the region.
During the Siege of Sarajevo, the city was subjected to intense and continuous shelling, sniper attacks, and blockades, creating a dire humanitarian crisis. The city's population was cut off from essential supplies and faced severe shortages of food, water, electricity, and medical aid.
The siege was characterized by a high number of civilian casualties, including women, children, and the elderly, who became the primary victims of the conflict. The relentless attacks on civilian areas and infrastructure further intensified fear, despair, and psychological trauma among the population.
The international community and humanitarian organizations played a crucial role in providing limited assistance and organizing evacuations during the siege. The siege ended in February 1996 after a ceasefire agreement was reached, putting an end to the ruthless onslaught on the city.
The Siege of Sarajevo became a symbol of the atrocities committed during the Bosnian War, highlighting the devastating impact of conflicts on civilian populations and the urgent need for international intervention to protect vulnerable communities caught in the midst of armed conflicts.
