“Golden Sword 2026-1”, joint exercise between the Police, KSF, KFOR and EULEX

At the Special Units Camp in Vrella, on July 2 and 3, the joint operational exercise “Golden Sword 2026-1” was held, with the participation of the Kosovo Police, the Kosovo Security Force (KSF), KFOR, EULEX and AME.

The Kosovo Police said in a statement that the exercise aimed to strengthen interinstitutional cooperation and increase readiness for a coordinated response in dealing with critical incidents and high-risk situations, through joint operational procedures and interaction among security structures.

The exercise scenario included simulating a response to security threats, identifying and managing explosive devices, dealing with violent protests, the use of specialized equipment, the evacuation of individuals, as well as full interinstitutional coordination on the ground.

This activity involved operational and support units of the Kosovo Police, including the Directorate of Special Operational Units (DNJSO), the Rapid Response Unit (NJRSH), the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit (NJTME), the Demining and Disposal Unit (NJDA), the Directorate for Occupational Safety and Health (DSHSH), as well as Public Order units.

According to the Police, the exercise was observed by senior leaders of the participating institutions and international partners, who praised the professionalism, operational discipline and level of interinstitutional coordination during the implementation of the scenario.

The Kosovo Police stressed that it will continue its commitment to the continuous strengthening of operational capacities, deepening cooperation with local and international partners, as well as guaranteeing security and public order in the Republic of Kosovo.