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Kosovo protests erupt after Thaci war crimes conviction; EU office attacked

Violent protests broke out in Kosovo and the Netherlands following the conviction of former KLA commander and ex-president Hashim Thaci for war crimes. The attacks on an EU office signal deep public anger over the verdict, which is seen by many Kosovars as politically motivated. The situation remains tense, with potential for further unrest and diplomatic friction between Kosovo and the EU.

RT (Russia Today)about 24 hours agoXK, NLengCredibility 47%View source

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#war crimes #protests #Kosovo #EU #Thaci

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activeJusticeGeopolitics15h ago

Kosovo Ex-President Thaci Sentenced to 25 Years for War Crimes

Former Kosovo President Hashim Thaci and three other ex-KLA leaders have been convicted of war crimes, including murder, torture, and cruel treatment, and sentenced to 25 years in prison by a special tribunal in The Hague. This verdict, a landmark for transitional justice, has triggered protests in Kosovo and the Netherlands, with an EU office reportedly attacked. NATO's KFOR remains on alert, signaling readiness to adjust its posture amid potential unrest.

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activeJusticeGeopolitics14h ago