Shocking claims from Europe suggest that wealthy “tourists” once paid enormous sums—up to $90,000—to shoot innocent civilians during the Bosnian War. These so-called sniper tourists allegedly traveled from Western countries and fired on men, women, and even children trapped in Sarajevo’s long and brutal siege.

For many Americans, this feels impossible to imagine. We grew up hearing war stories—but not this. Not people treating a suffering city like a hunting ground.

Italian journalist Ezio Gavazzeni says he uncovered evidence showing these visitors bought packages that allowed them to pick targets. Prices even changed depending on the victim’s age. He described it as a “manhunt for fun”, carried out by people who loved guns and had no political motive—only thrill-seeking cruelty.

Then came the turning point.
Florida Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna, a vocal Trump ally, issued a sharp warning on X.
“If any Americans took part in this,” she wrote, “they deserve to be charged and prosecuted.”
Her message hit with the force of a gavel. No excuses. No soft landing.

Investigations are now underway in Italy and Bosnia. Prosecutors are trying to identify who was involved—possibly more than 100 people. And the Bosnian Consulate in Milan says they are eager to expose the truth and finally close this haunting chapter.

As we hear these claims decades later, we’re reminded of something simple and heartbreaking: some wounds never fade until justice arrives.
And for Sarajevo, that moment may finally be approaching.