On This Day
Historical events that occurred on this date throughout the centuries
5 recorded eventsThe Bombing of the Chinese Embassy
The NATO bombing of the embassy of the People's Republic of China in Belgrade — a violation of international law and the killing of three Chinese citizens.
Read articleCluster Bombs on Niš
NATO cluster bombs struck a market and a hospital in Niš; 16 civilians were killed.
Read articleThe bombing of the Chinese embassy in Belgrade
NATO bombs hit the Chinese embassy in Novi Beograd. 3 Chinese journalists killed, more than 20 wounded. A diplomatic incident of global proportions.
Read articleThe Bombing of Niš - Cluster Bombs in the City Center
NATO cluster bombs strike the center of Niš. 15 civilians were killed, over 60 wounded. Cluster bombs are prohibited by an international convention.
Read articleCluster bombs — a prohibited weapon used against civilians
During the 1999 bombing of Serbia, NATO used cluster bombs — a weapon that is today banned by an international convention. On 7 May 1999 a cluster bomb was dropped on Niš, killing 15 civilians at a m…
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