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Sadako Ogata

The concept of “safe areas” for the enclaves in Bosnia should only be a last option. In the absence of a political settlement, protected camp-like situations would risk being perpetuated.

Thousands of people are entering Srebrenica from areas that have been systematically attacked and occupied by Serb forces. Thirty to forty people have already died of hunger or because of a shortage of medical help.

There is every indication that the enclave of Srebrenica is witnessing a mass humanitarian tragedy.

The people of Srebrenica are convinced that the Bosnian Serbs will pursue their military objective to gain control of Srebrenica. They are also desperate to escape to safety because they see no other prospect than death if they remain where they are.