Hostilities Break Out in Kosovo
Starting in 1996, the Kosovo Liberation Army began mounting attacks against Yugoslav security forces in an attempt to separate Kosovo from Yugoslavia. A report from Radio 21 describes the escalation of violence as the Serbs begin to retaliate.
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Hostilities Break Out in Kosovo
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Starting in 1996, the Kosovo Liberation Army began mounting attacks against Yugoslav security forces in an attempt to separate Kosovo from Yugoslavia. A report from Radio 21 describes the escalation of violence as the Serbs begin to retaliate.
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Clinton Commits the United States to the Kosovo War
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On March 24, 1999, after Serbian leaders refused to discuss peace and instead launched an attack against Kosovo, the United States joined forces with NATO in airstrikes against Serbian forces. In an address to the nation, President Bill Clinton explains why the military action is necessary.
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