After a joint press conference with Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg met with Kosovo Prime Minister Albin Kurti. “If stability is threatened, KFOR is ready to intervene,” Stoltenberg said, referring to the tension between Kosovo and Serbia.
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg met separately with Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic and Kosovo Prime Minister Albin Kurti At NATO Headquarters In Brussels, The Capital Of Belgium, To Discuss The Tension Between Kosovo And Serbia. Holding a joint press conference after his meeting with President Vucic, Stoltenberg said, “I call on all parties to show restraint and refrain from violence. NATO continues to closely monitor the situation on the ground. ”He remains focused on his mission. If stability is threatened, KFOR is ready to intervene. “Constructive dialogue is the only way to resolve differences in the region that will take all necessary measures to ensure a safe, secure environment and freedom of movement for all the people of Kosovo,” he said. Stoltenberg also emphasized that KFOR, a multinational peacekeeping force under the leadership of NATO, will continue to provide a safe and secure environment for all the people of Kosovo.
Stating that the Belgrade-Pristina dialogue with the EU is a solution-finding platform that respects the rights of all parties, Stoltenberg said, “I invite all parties to work in good faith. To show flexibility and be constructive.”
Stating that they also discussed Russia’s attacks on Ukraine with President Vucic, Stoltenberg said, “It is important that the international community is united against Russia’s unjustified aggression. “We are all taking steps to persuade Russia to end this war,” he said.
“KFOR IS READY TO INTERVENTION” Reiterating that KFOR
, a NATO-led multinational peacekeeping force tasked with ensuring security in Kosovo, continues to focus on the United Nations (UN) mission and is ready to intervene if stability in the region is threatened, Stoltenberg said, “Our Commander, both with Kosovo security units and He is also in contact with the Serbian Defense Chief. ‘KFOR’s impartiality is central to mission success. “If stability is threatened, KFOR is ready to intervene,” he said.
Stoltenberg said, “KFOR has more than 3,700 soldiers, supplied by 20 Allies and 7 partners. We are fully committed to United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Resolution 1244. “KFOR will continue to provide a safe, secure environment and freedom of movement for all Kosovo people,” he said.
Calling on the parties that will come together tomorrow at the initiative of the European Union (EU), Stoltenberg said, “The only way to sustainable peace for Belgrade and Pristina is to solve their problems through dialogue facilitated by the EU. I urge all parties to participate positively and constructively in tomorrow’s final round of EU negotiations. This is also an opportunity for Kosovo to show that it is a responsible actor within the Euro-Atlantic community,” he said.
“WE ARE WORKING FOR THE CONTINUATION OF PEACE IN KOSOVO”
President Vucic said in his statement, “First of all, I would like to thank Stoltenberg, he wanted to learn about Serbia’s position. He already knows. What matters is NATO’s role in Kosovo. Together with KFOR, we work for the continuation of peace in Kosovo. “It is a very important issue for Serbia’s security,” he said.
“WE ARE MILITARY NEUTRAL COUNTRY AND WE WANT TO STAY THAT WAY” Noting
that the important thing for Serbia is to comply with the United Nations principles and the Brussels Agreements, Vucic said, “We are a neutral country militarily and we want to stay that way. We want to improve our relations with NATO and reduce possible tensions and risks. You are tired of the situation in the Balkans, but attacks on the Serbian people, which are important to us, have become more frequent. I am very pleased to have discussed these issues with Stoltenberg.”
“WE WANT TO JOIN AND BE A MEMBER OF NATO”
Prime Minister Kurti emphasized that he trusts NATO’s support and said, “Thanks to the support of NATO teams and our cooperation with KFOR, Kosovo’s security forces have reached a high-quality level. We strive to promote peace and stability in the region through joint missions. We want to join and become a member of NATO. For our region, we have to be alert to the threat of the destructive targets of our northern neighbor. Against Russia’s threat to our region, we should prefer peace, democracy, human rights and security for everyone.
KURTİ-VUCIC MEETING TOMORROW
A meeting will be held between Kurti and Vucic, where they will discuss the tension between the two countries. The last time the two leaders met in July last year, the meeting did not yield any significant results.
STOLTENBERG FROM STOLTENBERG TO RUSSIA CALL TO WITHDRAW FROM ZAPORIGIA NUCLEAR PLANT
Referring to the Zaporizhia Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine, which was captured by the Russian army on March 4, Stoltenberg said, “The seizure of the Zaporozhian Nuclear Power Plant by Russian forces, these facilities poses a serious threat to their safety and security. Increases the risk of nuclear accidents or incidents. This puts Ukraine, neighboring countries and the international community at risk. “The withdrawal of all Russian forces must be ensured and the International Atomic Energy Agency must be authorized immediately,” he said.
WHAT HAPPENED?
Hours before the application of temporary license plates and pass documents for vehicles with Serbian license plates, which is planned to enter the country, which is planned to come into effect on August 1 in Kosovo, the tension rose, sirens and gunfire sounded in Mitrovica, which is located in the north of the country and where Serbs are concentrated, and the Serbs set up barricades on some roads. . The police confirmed the gunshots and stated that there were no casualties or injuries. It was reported that the sirens were stolen in order to invite the Serbs in the city to gather and protest in order to protest the temporary license plate and pass application that will come into effect on 1 August. Later, the US Ambassador to Kosovo, Jeff Hovenier, suggested to the Kosovo government to postpone the decision for 1 month, and Kosovo agreed to postpone the decision until 1 September and the tension was over.