The Troubling State of Western Diplomacy: A Sleepy Slumber in the Balkans

Western diplomacy falters in confronting Serbia's aggression, exposing bias and complacency, as Kosovo faces unfair scrutiny. Justice and accountability demand urgent Western action.

In recent years, Western diplomacy has taken a disconcerting turn, particularly in its handling of the volatile situation in the Balkans. The case of Serbia stands out as a glaring example of the failures and shortcomings of Western powers when it comes to upholding justice, accountability, and the protection of human rights. From their ineffectual response to Serbia's alignment with Moscow to their reluctance to address Serbia's history of aggression and war crimes, Western diplomats have shown a concerning lack of resolve and a dangerous level of complacency.

One cannot ignore the fact that Serbia's foreign policy shift towards the Kremlin occurred just months after Russia's brazen invasion of Ukraine. While the world recoiled in horror at Russia's aggression, Serbia shamelessly refused to impose sanctions on its historical ally and even went as far as to supply weapons to aid in the maiming and killing of unarmed Ukrainian civilians. This callous disregard for human life is inexcusa…