Kosovo in Israel 🇽🇰

Welcome to the official account of the Embassy of the Republic of Kosovo to the State of Israel

[Glauk Konjufca @KonjufcaGlauk]

I strongly condemn the horrific attack aboard the flydubai flight bound for Tel Aviv. The courage of the captain, crew and passengers prevented what could have been a devastating tragedy.

Violence against civilians and civil aviation must always meet unequivocal condemnation.

[Glauk Konjufca @KonjufcaGlauk]

More than a thousand kilometers separate Kosova from Gaza, but responsibility for peace and security does not stop at borders.

At today’s high-level @BoardOfPeace briefing, 🇽🇰 stood among the countries supporting the International Stabilization Force for Gaza.

27 years after NATO’s intervention, 🇽🇰 is a success story: once a country in need of international support, today we contribute to global peace and security.

The Republic of Kosova stands ready to do its part.

[Glauk Konjufca @KonjufcaGlauk]

Delighted to be in Koror, Palau 🇵🇼, participating in the 55th @ForumSEC Leaders Meeting, and to have addressed the Ocean Partnership Roundtable.

The Pacific’s priorities, including ocean protection, climate resilience and sustainable development, are shared global concerns. The Republic of Kosova is committed to contributing, within its capacities, to these efforts while expanding cooperation in areas such as education, digital development and institutional capacity.

Our presence in Palau is also an opportunity to deepen the Republic of Kosova’s engagement with the countries and peoples of the Pacific and to build lasting relationships founded on mutual respect, shared interests and meaningful cooperation.

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[Kosovo in Israel 🇽🇰 @KosovoInIsrael]

The visit of General Director of the Kosovo Correctional Service (KCS) to the Israel Prison Service (IPS) aims to strengthen the exchange of experience, expertise and best practices in the correctional sector, while further deepening cooperation between the two countries. 🇽🇰🇮🇱

[Glauk Konjufca @KonjufcaGlauk]

We take note with regret of President Zelenskyy’s remarks in Belgrade reaffirming Ukraine’s non-recognition of the Republic of Kosova.

Since the first day of Russia’s full-scale aggression, Kosova has stood unequivocally with Ukraine. We condemned the invasion, fully aligned with CFSP, imposed sanctions against Russia and Belarus, provided humanitarian assistance and refuge for Ukrainian journalists, and contributed military assistance and training in support of Ukraine’s defence. We did so despite Ukraine’s non-recognition of our state, because solidarity with a people defending its freedom, sovereignty and territorial integrity is a matter of principle.

It is equally important to recall a clear distinction: while Kosova has imposed sanctions against Russia, Serbia has not aligned with the EU sanctions imposed in response to Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine.

The Republic of Kosova is a sovereign and independent state, born from the struggle of its people for freedom and from their liberation in 1999 after years of systematic repression and the genocidal campaign of the Milosevic regime. What followed was not an act of annexation, occupation or territorial conquest, but a comprehensive international process under United Nations administration and years of internationally mediated negotiations on Kosova’s final status. When those negotiations had exhausted every possibility for an agreed settlement, UN Special Envoy Martti Ahtisaari recommended independence as Kosova’s final status and presented a comprehensive framework for the new state, including some of the most extensive constitutional guarantees for non-majority communities in Europe. Kosova declared its independence on 17 February 2008 as the culmination of this political and historical process, assumed its responsibilities as a democratic and multiethnic state, and entered a period of internationally supervised independence. In 2010, the International Court of Justice confirmed that Kosova’s declaration of independence did not violate international law, while international supervision formally concluded in 2012. Today, the Republic of Kosova is recognized by the overwhelming majority of NATO and EU member states and has built its statehood firmly on the principles of democracy, human rights, peace and Euro-Atlantic integration.

For precisely these reasons, Russia’s attempts to invoke Kosova as a precedent or justification for its invasion, occupation or attempted annexation of Ukrainian territory are historically and legally false. No such parallel exists.

Kosova remains steadfast in its support for Ukraine’s sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity. At the same time, we respectfully but firmly reject any framing of the Republic of Kosova through the prism of Serbia’s territorial integrity.

We would welcome Ukraine’s recognition of the Republic of Kosova. Such a decision would strengthen the very principles of freedom, democracy and international law that Ukraine itself is defending today.

[Glauk Konjufca @KonjufcaGlauk]

A new suspected mass gravesite has been identified in the village of Jabukë, near Zubin Potok, only days after human remains were recovered from the mass grave in Kalludër. More than 27 years after the war, Kosova is still uncovering victims killed and concealed by Serbia’s state apparatus.

Serbian authorities have arrested the person who provided information that helped uncover the mass grave in Kalludër, treating his cooperation as alleged “espionage.” Such action risks intimidating other witnesses and further obstructing efforts to establish the fate of the missing. Serbia cannot credibly claim commitment to reconciliation while penalizing those who help uncover the truth about wartime crimes.

Meanwhile, Serbia’s President stands before its army and renews claims over our country, while a serving minister openly speaks of wanting to “ethnically cleanse” Kosova. Such declarations echo the ideology of Milosevic’s regime that led to genocide in Kosova, the consequences of which are still being unearthed from our soil.

Today, 1,565 people remain forcibly disappeared, among them 109 children. Serbia must open its archives, disclose the locations of concealed graves and confront its responsibility for the crimes committed. Kosova will continue to pursue truth, justice and accountability.

[Albulena Haxhiu @albulenahaxhiu_]

On 22 July 2010, the ICJ confirmed that Kosova’s Declaration of Independence violated no rule of international law. Sixteen years later, that legal clarity endures, as does Kosova’s commitment to its rightful place in the international community.

[Glauk Konjufca @KonjufcaGlauk]

I have written to High Representative @kajakallas regarding recent statements by a Serbian government minister advocating ethnic cleansing.

Upholding European values requires a clear and principled response whenever rhetoric that glorifies war crimes or ethnic cleansing emerges.

[Glauk Konjufca @KonjufcaGlauk]

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Pleased to participate today in Washington D.C., in the Ministerial on the Resurgence of Political Terrorism, hosted by U.S. Secretary of State @SecRubio.

It is important for the Republic of Kosova to be part of this Ministerial, alongside partners committed to confronting this growing transnational threat. Political terrorism has no place in the democratic world, as it directly undermines freedom, democratic institutions, and the rule of law.

[Alicia Kearns MP @aliciakearns]

Serbian Minister Snezana Paunovic’s disgraceful support for ethnic cleansing in Kosovo is a stain on Serbia’s Government.

People in their thirties today remember the atrocities committed on them and their families by Milosevic’s forces.

No attempt to justify – or worse – glorify these crimes can make the world forget what happened in Kosovo.

Never forget.

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[Glauk Konjufca @KonjufcaGlauk]

A Serbian Government minister has publicly called for the ethnic cleansing of Albanians from Kosova. Such rhetoric glorifies war crimes, threatens regional stability, and is utterly incompatible with European values as well as European future.

Silence is not an option. Nor are weak replies.

The highest levels of EU leadership must respond with clear public condemnation, remind Serbia of its obligations, and ensure that such conduct carries consequences in its accession process.

Kosova remains committed to democracy, a multi-ethnic society, reconciliation based on truth and justice, and European future. Serbia must choose that path too.

[Board of Peace @BoardOfPeace]

The #ISF welcomes the newest members of the Kosovo Security Force to the team. They will support the Gaza security effort in areas such as logistics and civil affairs.
#StabilityStartsHere

[Albin Kurti @albinkurti]

America turns 250 years old. This is a celebration of the birth of the country, but also of what changed the course of history. It is a tribute to the country's sacred text, a profound statement of values, and to its often, and rightfully, quoted words: "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."

But it is also a recognition of what America has become since: a place where people found not only refuge, but also the opportunity to live their lives more freely and more boldly than elsewhere.

Among them have been many from Kosova, who over the centuries fled political persecution and found the chance to live the life they deserved, but had been denied elsewhere.

The ideals proclaimed 250 years ago did not remain within America's borders. They found resonance in Kosova's own struggle for freedom and self-determination, and, most importantly, in the unwavering support of the United States for our fight to secure those very rights.

We honor the country whose contribution to our own independence, and to our own fight for "unalienable rights," has been so deeply woven into our history that the aspirations of human freedom expressed by the United States have become our aspirations as well.

Happy Fourth, and happy 250th, America!

[Ines Demiri @InesDemiri1]

Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸

Kosova proudly honors the Independence Day of the United States—our closest ally and steadfast friend.

Grateful for 🇺🇸 support in our journey toward freedom, independence, & state-building.

Wishing the American people a joyful Independence Day! 🇽🇰🇺🇸

[Glauk Konjufca @KonjufcaGlauk]

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I was pleased to undertake a working visit to the Federal Republic of Nigeria, where I had the honour of meeting with H.E. Senator George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation.(@OfficialOSGF)

🇽🇰 looks forward to building constructive engagement with 🇳🇬 and exploring avenues for strengthening relations between our two countries.

I thank H.E Secretary Akume and his office for the warm reception.

[Kosovo in Israel 🇽🇰 @KosovoInIsrael]

RT @KonjufcaGlauk: 🇽🇰🇳🇬
During my visit to Abuja, I was also received at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs by H.E. Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu…

[Ines Demiri @InesDemiri1]

Together w/KSF officers Maj. Gentrit Idrizi & Maj. Labinot Lala & the #ISF team, I visited their base to learn more about their important work. Their service and dedication reflect 🇽🇰 steadfast commitment to supporting international peace, security, & stabilization efforts. 🇽🇰🇺🇸

[Board of Peace @BoardOfPeace]

The #ISF welcomes its newest liaison officers, Maj. Gentrit Idrizi and Maj. Labinot Lala, from the Kosovo Security Force. Kosovo is sending its best to facilitate critical information flow between the ISF & their nation. Their integration into the ISF staff builds our international coalition of personnel, advancing security & stabilization efforts for the Board of Peace.
#BoP #Gaza #Stability #ISF

[Glauk Konjufca @KonjufcaGlauk]

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Delighted to meet with Czech FM @petr_macinka in Prague. Good talks on EU integration, our bilateral agenda, and regional priorities.
18 years ago today, 🇽🇰 and 🇨🇿 established diplomatic relations, laying the groundwork for a lasting friendship. Looking forward to taking this partnership to new heights in the years ahead.

[Glauk Konjufca @KonjufcaGlauk]

Grateful to Slovak FM Juraj Blanár and @SlovakiaMFA for hosting today’s Friends of the Western Balkans at Bratislava Castle, alongside @MartaKosEU and all WB partners.

Gradual integration should bring us closer to membership, step by step. Security is increasingly part of that path — a space where future members can already contribute.

Kosova’s case is on the record: progress across 35 areas, full CFSP alignment and the highest public support for EU membership in the region.

Ready for candidate status and the opening of accession negotiations.
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