Alija Izetbegović
Alija Izetbegović was a prominent Bosnian politician, lawyer, and author who served as the first President of Bosnia and Herzegovina from 1990 to 1996. He played a crucial role in Bosnia's fight for independence during the breakup of Yugoslavia and was a key figure in the country's political landscape during the Bosnian War. Izetbegović was known for his advocacy of Islamic principles in governance and for his efforts to maintain a multi-ethnic society in Bosnia. His leadership was marked by significant challenges, including wartime atrocities and post-war reconstruction efforts, and he remains a controversial figure in the history of the region.
Born on Aug 08, 1925 (100 years old)
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Hungary:
Alija Izetbegovic was one of the leaders at the negotiation table during the Dayton Agreement.
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Switzerland:
Alija Izetbegovic was the Bosnian president involved in the peace negotiations.
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Slovenia:
He was one of the signatories of the Dayton peace agreement that ended the war in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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Croatia:
Alija Izetbegović was one of the Bosniak leaders who participated in the negotiations in Dayton.
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Croatia:
Alija Izetbegović was mentioned in relation to the war in Bosnia and the lack of winners in the conflict.
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Croatia:
Alija Izetbegović was one of the signatories of the Split Agreement.
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Croatia:
Galbraith emphasized the importance of the agreement between President Franjo Tuđman and Alija Izetbegović for the military operations.
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Croatia:
Galbraith emphasized the importance of the agreement between President Franjo Tuđman and Alija Izetbegović for the military operations.
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Montenegro:
Alija Izetbegović was one of the leaders involved in the Dayton negotiations.
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United Kingdom:
Alija Izetbegović was the Bosnian president who participated in the Dayton accords to end the war.
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