AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoWar Crimes Verdict: Kosovo’s Specialist Chambers in The Hague sentenced former president Hashim Thaçi to 25 years in prison for war crimes tied to the 1998–1999 conflict, including murder (96 victims), torture (303), unlawful detention (at least 385) and cruel treatment; the court also convicted three co-defendants—Jakup Krasniqi (25 years), Kadri Veseli (18) and Rexhep Selimi (13)—while acquitting them of crimes against humanity. Local Reaction: In Pristina, thousands watched the ruling on big screens as supporters rallied with KLA flags and portraits, while officials including acting president Albulena Haxhiu and foreign minister Glauk Konjufca called the verdict “terrible” and “draconian,” warning it could damage Kosovo’s narrative and statehood. Regional Fallout: Serbia’s leadership signaled concern over stability in Kosovo-Metohija, with Aleksandar Vučić discussing tensions and KFOR’s role, as international groups said the convictions show senior officials are not above the law and urged respect for the process.
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