Thousands Mourn Bosnian Singer Halid Beslic in Sarajevo

Thousands of mourners filled the streets of Sarajevo on Monday for the funeral of Halid Beslic, the beloved Bosnian folk singer who died on October 7 at the age of 71. Police estimated that more than 20,000 people attended the procession, with tributes and gatherings held across the former Yugoslavia in recent days.

Beslic, widely regarded as one of the region’s most unifying cultural figures, was remembered not only for his music but also for his warmth and humanity. Admirers described him as a man who transcended national boundaries and brought people together through his art and generosity.