Blair and the War in Kosovo

Question 1

In what ways was Blair personally responsible for ending the war in Kosovo?

Answer 1

• He persuaded the US and NATO to intervene in the war in Kosovo, bringing the war to an end, establishing Kosovo as an independent country

Question 2

In what ways was Blair citicised on his policies?

Answer 2

• Some critics of the bombs, despite sophisticated guidance systems, hit civilian targets.
• Some also argues that the bombing encouraged the Serbs to initially intensify their mistreatment of the Kosovans