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Slobodan Praljak was a Bosnian Croat war criminal and general. The International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY) found him guilty of committing war crimes during the Croat–Bosniak War (1992–1994). These crimes included violations of the laws of war, crimes against humanity, and breaches of the Geneva Conventions. His actions and conviction have left a controversial mark on history.
Career Timeline
Commander in the HVO
Became a commander in the Croatian Defence Council during the Bosnian War.
Chief of Staff HVO
Appointed as the Chief of Staff of the Croatian Defence Council.
Indicted by ICTY
Indicted by the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia for war crimes.
War Crimes Conviction
Convicted of war crimes by the ICTY and sentenced to 20 years in prison.
Suicide in Court
Committed suicide by drinking poison in court after his conviction was upheld.
Infamous War Criminal
Remembered as a convicted war criminal, his actions remain a controversial subject. (deceased)
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Last updated: February 20, 2026