The Kosovo Special Prosecutor’s Office has filed an indictment in absentia against 35 people for war crimes in the Jashari neighborhood of Prekaz in 1998.

The defendants, who held senior command positions within the structures of the Serbian police’s special units, are accused of killing civilians.

“The evidence gathered has established that 26 civilians were killed in this attack, including children, women and elderly people,” prosecutor Valdet Gashi said.

According to Gashi, based on the evidence gathered about the events of March 5, 6 and 7, 1998, the prosecution has established “which units of the Serbian forces took part in the attack, the positions from which they attacked, the activities of each of the defendants, the arsenal of weapons used, and the damage caused both to people and property.”

Special Prosecutor Blerim Isufaj described it as an indictment of particular importance and said it demonstrated the commitment of the institution he leads to addressing war crimes and seeking criminal accountability, regardless of the complexity of the case and the time that has passed since the crimes were committed.

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The Chief Prosecutor of the Special Prosecution, Blerim Isufaj, presented the 2025 report to the Kosovo Prosecutorial Council today.

During the session, as KPC members asked him questions, the council’s chair, Arian Gashi, intervened in the discussion.

“You are not here to ask us questions. We are here to ask you questions. You are here to report and answer the questions asked by each member,” Gashi declared.

Isufaj replied that he was ready to answer the questions and present his arguments.

“I will answer the questions and give you my argument,” he said.

Gashi immediately responded, stressing that KPC members were not there to report to the chief prosecutor.

“Fine, but do not ask questions and put them to the members, because the members are not here to report to you,” the KPC chair added.

Isufaj rejected the remark, reminding Gashi that he himself had previously been chair.

“Chair, I was chair before you, I know. I am not asking anyone any questions. What question did I ask?” Isufaj asked.

After the debate, Gashi told the chief prosecutor that the practice of members reporting to the chief prosecutor belonged to the past and that he should listen.

“The time when members reported to the chief prosecutor has passed. Please, I am speaking, just listen. Now it is time for the chief prosecutor to report to the members and the council and answer the questions asked by the members,” Gashi concluded.

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The new members of the Central Election Commission will take the oath of office today before the Acting President of the Republic of Kosovo, Albulena Haxhiu.

The swearing-in ceremony will be held at 11:00 at the Office of the President of the Republic of Kosovo.

More to follow…

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Two new candidates have been proposed by the Democratic Party of Kosovo to represent the political party on the Central Election Commission.

According to media reports, one of the names proposed by the PDK is Rashit Qalaj, a former MP from the party and former director of the Kosovo Police.

The other candidate is Avdyl Ymeri, who worked for many years in the Roads Department of the Ministry of Infrastructure.

Through these proposals, the PDK aims to change the composition of its representatives on the CEC, where it has been represented by other individuals in recent years.

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Acting Minister of Defence Ejup Maqedonci said the event aims to expand international cooperation and enhance military aviation capabilities.

The conference programme included professional lectures, thematic discussions and group work. Representatives of partner countries had the opportunity to share their experiences, best practices and expertise on air operations and capacity development.

As part of the event, participants also visited Kuçova Air Base in the Republic of Albania. During the visit, they learned about the capabilities and developments of this important air infrastructure and took part in activities aimed at strengthening partnerships and professional cooperation.

According to Maqedonci, the KSF’s participation in the conference reflects its continued commitment to enhancing professional skills, increasing interoperability and deepening cooperation with strategic partners, with the aim of building a modern force capable of contributing to regional and international security.

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According to the mission’s announcement, it was a demanding competition that tested strength and physical endurance. The disciplines included running, weightlifting, bodyweight exercises, as well as pushing and pulling military vehicles.

According to KFOR, Lithuania won first place in the competition, followed by Slovakia and Latvia.

The announcement also emphasized that such training activities help increase interoperability, strengthen cohesion among multinational personnel, and enhance the operational readiness needed to support the KFOR mission, as well as to contribute to a safe environment for all people living in Kosovo.

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At the central gathering held on Tuesday, following the conclusion of the internal process in the basic courts, two judges were elected to the position of KJC member.

The elected candidates are Valentina Sopjani, who secured 212 votes, and Agron Maxhuni with 204 votes.

Their mandate begins on July 8.

Before the voting process was opened, it was announced that 354 was the number of judges eligible to vote.

Out of this total, 303 judges voted, while another 51 were absent.

Four candidates took part in the race: Agron Maxhuni, Diora Bajrami with 64 votes, Ilir Bytyqi with 84 votes, and Valentina Sopjani.

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