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A woman releases a balloon into the air during the 20th anniversary of the closure
A woman releases a balloon into the air during the 20th anniversary of the closure of the Omarska detention camp in Omarska, August 6, 2012. Hundreds of former inmates released balloons with names of missing persons into the air during a ceremony marking its closure, commemorating around 800 people who died in the camp which housed approximately 5, 000 people during the 1992 Bosnian War. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic (BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA - Tags: ANNIVERSARY OBITUARY POLITICS CONFLICT) - GM2E8861KFF01
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In this poignant photo, a woman releases a balloon into the air during the 20th anniversary of the closure of the Omarska detention camp in Omarska, Bosnia and Herzegovina. The image captures a powerful moment as hundreds of former inmates join together to commemorate those who lost their lives during the 1992 Bosnian War. The significance of this act lies in its symbolism. Each balloon carries with it a name, representing one of the missing persons from that dark period in history. As they ascend towards the heavens, these balloons serve as both an expression of remembrance and a plea for justice. The Omarska detention camp was notorious for its brutal treatment and human rights abuses against approximately 5,000 prisoners held captive there. This ceremony marks not only its closure but also serves as a reminder to never forget what transpired within those walls. Through this simple yet profound gesture, these survivors honor their fallen comrades while demanding accountability for those responsible. It is an act that speaks volumes about resilience, unity, and hope amidst unimaginable suffering. Photographer Dado Ruvic skillfully captures this emotional scene; his lens freezes time on an image that encapsulates both pain and determination. It serves as a stark reminder that even after two decades have passed since its closure, healing remains an ongoing process for all affected by such atrocities.
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