Journalist Peter Lippman discusses post-war Bosnia, environmental activism, and the ongoing struggle against corruption and resource exploitation in the Balkans.
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The text features an interview with American journalist and peace activist Peter Lippman, who has extensive knowledge of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Lippman’s work focuses on the challenges of post-war recovery, the struggles of environmental activists against resource exploitation, and the broader fight for human rights in the region. He details his commitment to pacifism, which was shaped by experiences like the Vietnam War and his time witnessing the aftermath of the Bosnian War. Lippman discusses the initial post-war civic movements, noting how they were hampered by the Dayton system, but also highlighting the current, localized activism opposing multinational mining companies. He expresses hope in the continued mobilization of ordinary citizens, despite political obstacles, viewing the struggle against extractivism as a potential turning point. Lippman also reflects on the broader context of the former Yugoslav countries, the need for unity, and concludes by emphasizing the importance of citizen collaboration and resistance in the face of political instability, drawing parallels to current activism in the United States.
