Milan prosecutors have kicked off a high-profile investigation into a disturbing and little-known chapter in Bosnia's devastating war - alleged "sniper tourism" involving wealthy Italian tourists who paid Bosnian Serb soldiers to target civilians. The probe, which began recently, centers around claims that these affluent travelers paid upwards of €80,000 to €100,000 to Bosnian Serb forces for a "sporting" shoot at civilian targets, with reports suggesting some payments were even higher for shooting children.
The investigation follows an alarming report that during the 1992-96 siege of Sarajevo, these Italian tourists allegedly paid members of the Army of Republika Srpska to engage in weekend sniper activities targeting civilians. The shocking claims highlight a previously unknown aspect of war tourism - one where combatants were exploited and financially rewarded for their involvement in killing innocent people.
This developing story raises serious questions about the exploitation of soldiers and civilians alike during times of conflict, as well as the dark side of high-society's relationship with violence.
The investigation follows an alarming report that during the 1992-96 siege of Sarajevo, these Italian tourists allegedly paid members of the Army of Republika Srpska to engage in weekend sniper activities targeting civilians. The shocking claims highlight a previously unknown aspect of war tourism - one where combatants were exploited and financially rewarded for their involvement in killing innocent people.
This developing story raises serious questions about the exploitation of soldiers and civilians alike during times of conflict, as well as the dark side of high-society's relationship with violence.
just heard about this investigation into "sniper tourism" in Bosnia and it's wild to think that wealthy Italian tourists were paying Bosnian Serb soldiers to take out civilians like they were hunting 
! €80,000 to €100,000 is insane for a weekend of sniping around – what's next, luxury vacations on the front lines? 
This raises so many questions about class, privilege, and the exploitation of both soldiers and innocent people during times of war. It's like, you think these wars are all about patriotic duty or whatever, but nope, it seems like there's a whole other side where civilians get used as targets for thrill-seekers 
. This investigation needs to keep going ASAP so we can finally get some answers and accountability 
These wealthy Italians paying to be like, "Hey, shoot some civilians for fun" 
is just sickening. I mean, who exploits others just to make a quick buck during times of war? It's just so disturbing and messed up. The whole thing makes me think of that movie "American Sniper" where Chris Kyle was like a sniper tourist, but at least he was in the military... this is just some twisted, messed-up stuff 
this is just so sickening. I mean, can you even imagine paying someone to shoot civilians? It's like they were playing some twisted game of "sniper tag" 
and people are still treating it like a joke? I'm literally shook by the thought of those kids being targeted because of their nationality or whatever reason 
. We need to take a step back and really think about the consequences of our actions (or lack thereof) when it comes to conflict. It's not just about winning or losing, it's about human lives 
. It's a harsh reminder that war is never just about the combatants – innocent people are always caught in the crossfire 
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This is so crazy. I mean, who would've thought that rich Italian tourists were basically paying people to kill innocent ppl? It's like they're treating war like a spectator sport 
. And the fact that these soldiers were getting paid thousands of euros for taking out civilians is just mind-boggling. It's not like they were just fighting for their country, but also being exploited by people who are only interested in watching from the sidelines.
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i mean, think about all the times you've splurged on a luxury vacation or a fancy gadget without thinking twice about where your money went. it's easy to get caught up in the thrill of the experience and forget about the human cost... but what does that say about us as individuals? 
do we really want to be part of a world where our pursuit of pleasure comes at the expense of innocent lives? 
. This whole thing is a dark stain on humanity and war tourism industry alike. I mean, who would've thought that high-society folks would be willing to pay top dollar for a 'sporting' experience where civilians get gunned down? It's just wrong, you know? And the fact that some of these payments were upwards of €80k-€100k is just staggering 
. How can we even call ourselves civilized when our own kind is exploiting soldiers & civilians during war? 
And btw, €80k-€100k for a weekend of sniper ops? That's like buying a private island or something...