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The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK, Peter Due, strongly condemns the killing of Arlinda Zekaj
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK, Peter Due, strongly condemns the killing of Arlinda Zekaj in Vitomiricë/Vitomirica, near Peja/Peć, last night. He extends his heartfelt condolences to her family and loved ones. “This brutal killing, the second of a woman in…
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Victims and their families must remain at the centre of initiatives to resolve missing persons cases
Efforts to determine the fate of persons still missing from the conflict in Kosovo must remain inclusive, grounded in human rights and – above all – centred on victims and their families. On today’s International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances, Special Representative of the Secretary…
SRSG Due calls for urgent action to end violence against women
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK, Peter Due, expresses profound sadness at the loss of lives of two women, reportedly at the hands of their husbands, within a matter of days. He extends his deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims. “These…
USG Lacroix concludes his visit to Pristina and Belgrade
The Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations, Jean-Pierre Lacroix, has now concluded his visit to Pristina and Belgrade, where he met with senior officials, representatives of the diplomatic community, international organizations, and civil society on key priorities, including the importance of…
SRSG Peter Due Calls for Continued Dialogue and Trust-Building During His First Briefing to the UN Security Council on Kosovo
Today, during his first briefing to the UN Security Council briefing on Kosovo since assuming his duties three months ago, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG), Peter Due, provided an update on the latest developments. The SRSG welcomed the peaceful and inclusive legislative…
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UN Turns 80: “Reaffirming the UN commitment to serve all communities in Kosovo”
Press Release (UNMIK/UNKT) PRISTINA – Today, as the world marks 80 years of the United Nations, we reflect on its crucial role - improving and saving lives around the world, advancing peace, protecting human rights, fostering sustainable development and responding to global crises. Amid serious…
DSRSG / OIC of UNMIK Milbert Dongjoon Shin Security Council Briefing on UNMIK
Thank you, Mr. President. Mr. President, Excellencies, Distinguished Members of the Security Council, It is my honour to brief the Council on developments in Kosovo, since the latest report of the Secretary-General covering the period from March 16th through September 15th, and also provide some…
Statement on CEC's decision to accredit media outlets previously denied accreditation ahead of municipal elections
UNMIK welcomes the decision by the Central Election Commission to accredit Serbian-language media outlets and others who were previously denied accreditation to cover the upcoming municipal elections. The decision assists the flow of information and ensures the constitutionally protected rights of…
SRSG ZIADEH CALLS FOR CONCRETE STEPS TO PRIORITIZE COMMITMENTS UNDER THE DIALOGUE, PRESENTS TRUST-BUILDING AS FUNDAMENTAL TO A PROSPEROUS FUTURE FOR ALL
Today, at the biannual UN Security Council session on Kosovo, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG), Caroline Ziadeh, updated the Council on the latest developments in Kosovo. The update included the recent peaceful conduct of the elections, noting an increase in women’s…
Statement by SRSG Ziadeh on the closure of institutions
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) and Head of UNMIK, Caroline Ziadeh, expressed concern about the actions against Serbia-funded institutions across Kosovo yesterday, which resulted in the closure of several institutions, including post offices, provisional institutions’…