About
Goran Hadžić was a Croatian Serb politician known for his role during the Croatian War of Independence. He served as the President of the self-proclaimed Republic of Serbian Krajina. He faced charges by the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY) related to war crimes and crimes against humanity. Hadžić was a wanted fugitive for several years before his arrest in 2011.
Career Timeline
President of Serbian Krajina
Became leader of the self-proclaimed republic.
Indicted by ICTY
Accused of war crimes by the ICTY.
Arrested After Years Fugitive
Captured after being a fugitive for years.
Trial Suspended Due to Illness
His trial was suspended due to deteriorating health.
Death During Trial Suspension
Passed away while his trial was suspended.
Legacy: War Criminal
His legacy is forever tainted by war crime allegations.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026