Croatian Activists Involved in 1976 Air Hijack
Milena Bušić, born in 1948 in Eugene, Oregon, was a prominent figure in human rights advocacy, particularly concerning the situation in the former Yugoslavia. She pursued studies in German and linguistics and met her husband, Zvonko Bušić, a Croatian political émigré, while living in Vienna. The couple became deeply involved in documenting and raising awareness about human rights violations perpetrated by the Yugoslav secret police, UDBA, including the murders of Croatian dissidents.
In September 1976, Milena and Zvonko Bušić, along with three other individuals, orchestrated the hijacking of Air Trans World Airlines Flight 355. The flight, traveling from New York to Chicago, carried 80 passengers. The incident, involving the threat of explosive devices, garnered significant international attention.
Following the hijacking, the Bušićs were declared by authorities as involved in a terrorist act. Their actions fueled ongoing concerns about political instability and human rights abuses within the region. This event highlighted the complex political landscape and the motivations of individuals seeking to draw attention to injustices.
Further investigation into the circumstances surrounding the hijacking is ongoing.
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