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The '''siege of Kotor Varoš''' took place during the Bosnian War in 1992. ] is a town located in ]. The conflict involved ], ] and ] against ]. Kotor Varoš was surrounded by the ]. At the beginning of the main battles for ] ] and ] from ] got big help from ] soldiers. After the fall of ], also the ] almost 2 months later ended ], capturing ].{{Infobox military conflict
The '''siege of Kotor Varoš''' took place during the Bosnian War in 1992. ] is a town located in ]. The conflict involved ], ] and ] against ]. Kotor Varoš was surrounded by the ]. At the beginning of the main battles for ] ] and ] from ] got big help from ] soldiers. After the fall of ], also the ] almost 2 months later ended ], capturing ].{{Infobox military conflict
| conflict = Siege of Kotor Varoš
| conflict = Siege of Kotor Varoš
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| image = HVO soldiers leave Kotor Varoš.png
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| caption = HVO and ARBiH soldiers leave Kotor Varoš
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| date = May 1992 – August 1992
| date = May 1992 – August 1992
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| units2 = {{flagicon image|Flag of Croatian Defence Council.svg}} ]<br />{{flagicon image|Flag of the Army of the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina.svg}} ]<br />{{flagicon image|HOS flag.svg}} ]
| units2 = {{flagicon image|Flag of Croatian Defence Council.svg}} ]<br />{{flagicon image|Flag of the Army of the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina.svg}} ]<br />{{flagicon image|HOS flag.svg}} ]
In May the VRS launched a major offensive to seize control of areas with significant Croat and Bosniak populations. The town of Kotor Varoš became a strategic target. In June 11-12, Initial VRS attacks on HVO and HOS aimed at gaining control of Kotor Varoš and surrounding villages. The HVO and local Bosniak forces attempted to defend the area but faced overwhelming VRS strength. In June 24, 1992 Heavy fighting occurred around Kotor Varoš as VRS forces intensified their offensive. Reports indicate significant casualties and destruction of property. In June VRS also started operation Vrbas '92, attacking the nearby town of Jajce. In July, clashes continued with the VRS gradually gaining control over Kotor Varoš. The HVO and ARBiH were pushed back, and many civilians fled or were displaced. By mid-August, the VRS had established control over Kotor Varoš and surrounding areas. There were also smaller rebel fights around Kotor Varoš in September, but they were resolved by an agreement that the remaining Croatian and Muslim forces would leave the area.
Aftermath
The battle resulted in significant destruction and displacement of the civilian population. Reports of atrocities and ethnic cleansing emerged, with many non-Serb residents being expelled or killed. The capture of Kotor Varoš by the VRS solidified their control over a strategically important area in northern Bosnia and Herzegovina. The aftermath of the battle left deep scars on the muslim and croat community.
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