US prosecutors seek release of war crimes suspect Alukić, Bosnia demands extradition

US prosecutors have moved to cancel the extradition hearing for Hamdija Alukić and release him from custody, despite Bosnia and Herzegovina's request for his extradition on war crimes charges. The State Department's involvement suggests a diplomatic dimension, but the rationale for the US move is unclear. This could strain US-BiH relations and affect ongoing war crimes accountability efforts in the Balkans.