The Office for International Cooperation of Republika Srpska has strongly condemned the terrorist attack on the Israeli Embassy in Belgrade, expressing full and unconditional solidarity with Israel and the Jewish people, as well as unwavering support for Serbia and its institutions in the fight against terrorism.
In a statement, the Office warned that the attack demonstrated the continuing dangers posed by antisemitism, Islamist extremism and terrorism.
“This attack is another serious warning that antisemitism, Islamist extremism and terrorism remain real threats to the security of the Jewish people and the State of Israel, as well as to everyone who opposes ideologies of hatred and violence,” the statement said.
The Office emphasized that such threats must be met with clear and consistent condemnation.
“In the face of such threats, there must be no political ambiguity, selective condemnation or attempts to downplay their seriousness,” it stated.
Republika Srpska reaffirms solidarity with Israel and the Jewish people
The Office reiterated that Republika Srpska stands firmly alongside Israel and the Jewish people, emphasizing that their relationship is rooted in longstanding historical understanding and mutual respect.
“Our friendship is not determined by temporary political circumstances, but by deep historical understanding, mutual respect and a shared conviction that the right of a people to existence, identity and security is neither negotiable nor subject to anyone else’s approval,” the statement emphasized.
Strong support for Serbia’s fight against terrorism
The Office also expressed firm support for Serbia and its security institutions in combating terrorism.
It praised the Serbian Gendarmerie officer who stopped the attacker outside the Israeli Embassy in Belgrade.
“We express our gratitude to the Gendarmerie officer who stopped the attacker and wish him a swift and complete recovery. Friends, we stand with you,” the Office for International Cooperation of Republika Srpska stated.
Attacker killed after assault on Gendarmerie officer
According to reports, a minor suspected of being from Šabac attacked a Serbian Gendarmerie officer guarding the Israeli Embassy in Belgrade the previous evening.
The attacker was reportedly armed with two knives and shouted “Allahu Akbar” during the assault.
The Gendarmerie officer fatally shot the attacker in self-defense and sustained minor injuries during the incident.
Following the attack, Serbian authorities declared the highest, red-level terrorism threat alert.
Source: RTRS
