MFA announces case of Dukagjin Maxhuni: Diplomatic channels activated

Serbian judicial authorities have opened criminal proceedings against Dukagjin Maxhuni, a citizen of the Republic of Kosovo, imposing 30 days of pretrial detention over allegations related to war crimes committed in 1999.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Diaspora said it had responded through the Liaison Office of the Republic of Kosovo in Serbia, immediately undertaking the necessary diplomatic actions.

As part of these steps, the MFA informed the Delegation of the European Union in Serbia and sent a note verbale to the diplomatic missions of the Quint countries accredited in that state. The aim is to involve international partners in guaranteeing the rights and safety of the Kosovar citizen.

Jetish Jashari, the Ambassador of the Republic of Kosovo to Serbia, is maintaining regular contact with the family of Dukagjin Maxhuni. Meanwhile, through the Liaison Office, an official request will be submitted for permission to visit him, which is expected to take place during the coming week.

The MFA said that the Liaison Office in Serbia would closely monitor the situation and use all necessary diplomatic instruments to protect the rights of all citizens of the Republic of Kosovo.