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Thousands attended a state funeral in Belgrade for Ratko Mladic, the former Bosnian Serb military commander convicted of genocide and crimes against humanity, prompting reflection on whether three decades of international justice have influenced political leaders or prevented future conflicts. The event raises questions about whether the glorification of a convicted war criminal reflects the failure of international law to deter atrocities or teach meaningful lessons about the consequences of armed conflict.