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2025/11/25
Serbia’s MFA rejects 'fabricated narratives' of ‘human safaris’ in Sarajevo siege
Serbia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement on November 20, rejecting recent foreign media reports alleging President Aleksandar Vucic’s involvement in wartime events in Bosnia. The ministry described the claims, including references to “human safaris” during the Sarajevo siege, as unfounded and stressed that no tribunal has ever linked Vucic to war crimes. The following is the full statement as published by the ministry:
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2025-11-21 15:35
Sarajevo Safari — A Hidden Crime of the Bosnian War
Among the darkest chapters of the 1992–1996 Siege of Sarajevo lies a story long concealed from public view: a human safari. Beyond the Bosnian Serb Army, foreign volunteers, and mercenaries, a secret group of wealthy outsiders paid high fees for the chance to shoot civilians trapped in the besieged city—turning war into a grotesque sport. Directed by Miran Zupanič, a Slovenian filmmaker known for confronting untold histories, and produced by Arsmedia in co-production with Al Jazeera Balkans, Sarajevo Safari pieces together testimonies, archival footage, and newly uncovered evidence to reveal a crime once dismissed as rumor.
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2025-11-17 19:48
By Edin Krehić
Sniper Safari in Sarajevo: We were in the crosshairs
Eyewitness details chilling moments just centimeters from death
SARAJEVO - Everything was a matter of time and place. Would you be there when a sniper took aim on the street while you were fetching water, because the taps were dry and the entire Olympic city of Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina, had to fill bottles and canisters at a few springs or water tanks. And he would shoot.
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2025-09-23 18:16
Iran into 2025 FIVB World Championship QFs
TEHRAN – Iran defeated Serbia 3-2 (23-25, 25-19, 24-26, 25-22, 15-9) to book their place in the quarterfinals round of the 2025 FIVB Men's Volleyball World Championship on Tuesday.
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2025-06-27 20:18
Iran defeat Argentina in 2025 VNL
TEHRAN – Iran delivered yet another victory in the men’s Volleyball Nations League 2025, this time against Argentina.
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2025-06-26 00:12
Iran defeat Serbia in 2025 VNL Week 2
TEHRAN – Iran defeated Serbia 3-1 (25-21, 25-19, 23-25, 25-23) in their opening match of the 2025 Volleyball Nations League (VNL) Week 2 on Wednesday.
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2025-06-21 18:16
Iran volleyball to build on their progress
TEHRAN - Iran's national volleyball team, known as "Team Melli,", are currently participating in the 2025 Volleyball Nations League (VNL). The team, under the guidance of coach Roberto Piazza, are focusing on improving their performance in Week 2.
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2025-05-31 14:47
Seven countries attend Iran’s nanotech achievements meeting
TEHRAN – During a meeting held in Venezuela on Thursday, high-ranking delegations from Venezuela, Cuba, Russia, Serbia, Honduras, China, and Vietnam gained a deeper understanding of Iran’s achievements in nanotechnology and its applications, particularly in the healthcare sector.
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2025-04-11 21:30
Iran, Slovakia launch new round of political talks in Bratislava
TEHRAN – Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs, Majid Takht-Ravanchi, met with senior Slovak officials on Wednesday as part of a new round of political consultations between the two countries.
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2025-04-09 15:16
Tehran, Belgrade discuss ways to implement co-op in ICT
TEHRAN – Iranian and Serbian officials have discussed potential ways to implement the formerly reached agreements in the Information, Communication, and Technology (ICT) sector.
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2025-04-05 15:13
Iran, Serbia to develop educational ties
TEHRAN – Minister of Education, Alireza Kazemi, and his Serbian counterpart, Slavica Dukic Dejanovic, have agreed to expand educational cooperation.
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2024-12-31 22:23
Iran, Serbia discuss potential for defense cooperation
TEHRAN – Serbian Ambassador to Tehran, Damir Kovacevic, met with Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh, focusing on the potential for increased cooperation and expanded bilateral relations, particularly in the area of defense.
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2024-12-14 15:34
Iran to meet Brazil in 2025 VNL opener
TEHRAN - Volleyball World has revealed the host cities, match schedules, and ticketing details for both the men’s and women’s 2025 Volleyball Nations League (VNL), promising an electrifying season in volleyball hotspots across the globe.
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2024-12-10 16:06
Serbia seeks to enhance health, medical ties with Iran
TEHRAN –Serbian Ambassador to Tehran, Damir Kovacevic, has announced his country’s readiness to expand collaborations with Iran in the health and medical education sector.
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2024-11-03 22:18
Iran extends condolences to Serbia over tragic roof collapse
TEHRAN – The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson conveyed heartfelt condolences to the Serbian government and its citizens following the tragic roof collapse at a train station in Serbia.
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2024-09-25 22:29
Presidents of Iran, Serbia highlight deteriorating situation in West Asia during New York meeting
During a meeting with the president of Serbia, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian expressed deep concern over the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza. The meeting was held on the sidelines of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly.
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2024-07-02 21:46
By Shahrokh Saei
Arab states’ tangled web of deceit
Arab leaders denounce Israeli carnage in Gaza while they feed the regime’s war machine
TEHRAN- Some of the Persian Gulf Arab states stand accused of complicity in Israel’s brutal onslaught on the Gaza Strip over their ties with the Tel Aviv regime.
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2024-05-25 19:58
Tehran backs UN recognition of International Day of Reflection for Srebrenica Genocide
Tehran - Iran has voted for a United Nations General Assembly resolution designating July 11th as the International Day of Reflection and Commemoration of the 1995 Srebrenica Genocide.
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2024-05-23 08:45
Iran fall short against Serbia at 2024 VNL
TEHRAN – Iran lost to Serbia 3-1 (27-25, 17-25, 25-19, 25-18) in their opening match of the 2024 Volleyball Nations League (VNL) early Thursday.
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2024-05-18 22:24
Stability in Balkans is in Iran’s interest: FM
TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian reaffirmed Iran's strong dedication to promoting stability and security in the Balkans and fostering peaceful coexistence among all ethnic groups in the region.
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2024-04-30 11:52
Bardia Saadat misses 2024 Volleyball Nations League
TEHRAN – Iran national volleyball team opposite spiker Bardia Saadat is not completely fit to represent Team Melli at the 2024 Volleyball Nations League (VNL).
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2024-04-24 17:47
Paes starts job as Iran volleyball faces uphill task
TEHRAN - Mauricio Motta Paes arrived in Tehran Wednesday morning and immediately announced his 30-man list for the 2024 Volleyball Nations League.
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2024-01-05 22:35
Raisi vows retribution against those responsible for terror attacks
TEHRAN- Iran’s determination to bring those responsible for the most recent, extremely lethal terror attacks in Kerman to justice is reaffirmed by President Ebrahim Raisi.
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2023-12-13 17:46
In landmark decision, Iran approves visa exemptions for 32 nations
TEHRAN – The Iranian government has agreed to abolish visa requirements for passport holders from 32 countries, the tourism minister has said.
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2023-08-23 13:54
Kamran Ghasempour to miss 2023 Worlds in Belgrade
TEHRAN – Kamran Ghasempour will miss the 2023 World Wrestling Championships due to foot injury.
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2023-08-09 01:09
Iran edge Serbia at 2023 FIVB Volleyball U19 Worlds
TEHRAN – Iran edged past Serbia 3-2 (11-25, 25-19, 24-26, 25-18, 15-12) at the 2023 FIVB Volleyball Boys' U19 World Championship on Tuesday.
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2023-08-07 22:58
Tehran ready to aid in fostering security, stability in Europe
TEHRAN- Iran is prepared to support efforts to advance security and stability in Europe, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani has said.
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2023-08-06 22:14
Tehran says sees no barriers to improving ties with Serbia
TEHRAN- The present state of relations between Iran and Serbia has been characterized as “progressive” and “friendly” by Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian, who also emphasized that Tehran sees no barriers to improving relations with Belgrade.
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2023-08-06 20:00
Serbian deputy foreign minister, envoy tour Sacred Defense Museum
TEHRAN – On Sunday, Serbian Deputy Foreign Minister Goran Aleksic and Belgrade’s ambassador to Tehran, Dragan Todorovic, toured Tehran’s Sacred Defense Museum, a gigantic war memorial heavily concentrated on the 1980-88 Iran-Iraq War.
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2023-07-24 23:24
Iran supports Balkan peace
TEHRAN- Ebrahim Raisi, the Iranian president, has voiced his nation’s support for peace, stability, and tranquility in the Balkans, saying Tehran has not seen any barriers to raising the level of ties with the nations in this region.