Twenty-seven years ago today, NATO forces entered Kosovo, helping pave the way for peace and stability. We honor the resilience of the people of Kosovo and reaffirm our shared commitment to peace, stability, and prosperity. #KosovoJourneyToFreedom🇽🇰🇺🇸
“Building cohesive, inclusive and resilient communities remains of vital importance-both here in Kosovo and elsewhere. I see this as key priority during my tenure.”
Meet our new Head of Mission Amb. Gerard McGurk, as he shares his vision for the work ahead.
Full message below👇
“I was never broken.”
Ramadan Nishori was 21 when he was sexually assaulted during the war, in a police station in Drenas, September 1998.
Today, he becomes the first man to speak publicly.
For survivors. For the truth.
Never forget. Never forgive.
#Kosovo
Our deepest condolences to the family & colleagues of Bajram Qerkinaj. The voice he gave thousands of families searching for truth and justice for their missing loved ones was inspiring.
Today marks the 26th anniversary of the Reçak/Račak massacre.
We honour the victims and acknowledge the profound loss endured by their families.
This anniversary reminds us of our collective responsibility to confront the past in pursuit of a better future.
Our conference today w/ women MPs from all parliamentary groups in Kosovo Assembly culminated in signing of a Declaration to Eliminate all Forms of #VAW in Politics & Public Life, reaffirming Assembly's commitment to foster an inclusive & equitable political environment.
#EndGBV
Over last few days Amb. @DavenportOSCE met opposition leaders for farewell meetings. Appreciative of their productive co-op with our Mission; contributions to electoral reform & advancing democratic processes. Wished them all success w/ preparations for upcoming Feb. elections.
It is with deep sorrow that we learned of the untimely death of our longstanding colleague Jeff Bieley.
During his time with @OSCEKosovo and other international missions, he contributed a great deal to #Kosovo’s development.
Sincere condolences to his many friends and family!
On the #Kosovo Day of Missing Persons, we call for renewed efforts to uncover the fate of all missing.
On this day in particular we stand with all those families awaiting closure.
Healing wounds of the past will help build a peaceful future for all.
#NeverForget
LEGENDS: Majlinda Kelmendi 🇽🇰
Episode 2 of our Legends series on #FlashbackFriday - A woman who made history over and over again, but with that responsibility comes pressure. An incredibly honest and open interview with a trailblazer 🙏🏼🥋
#JudoLegends#Judo#Sport#Kosovo
Great to be back with the #DialogueAcademy or #DA2023
There is so much potential and optimism with young women from our region, we just have to make sure they continue the path of democracy, trust and confidence building. Despite current challenges, future looks brighter!
Congrats to the Assembly of #Kosovo on passing new Law on General Elections by a consensus vote today!
@OSCEKosovo is proud to have supported Ad Hoc Committee on Election Reform & @KonjufcaGlauk in finalizing this process.
We look forward to supporting the law’s implementation.
Delighted today to hand over to @donikaemini & #Civikos our https://t.co/q6D5SAPFjz portal – offering a wealth of info on funding and training opportunities for civil society organisations. Democracy can only thrive with a vibrant civil society ! @OSCEKosovo
Wishing the people of Kosovo a joyous Independence Day. The US & Kosovo have formed a strong partnership over the past 15 years, & I am confident that we will continue to work together to promote our shared interests.
Congratulations on Kosovo's Independence Day!
We greatly value our relations and we will continue to work closely in securing the 🇪🇺 future for our countries and the region. 🇲🇰 🇽🇰
Gëzuar Dita e Pavarësisë!
@gervallaschwarz@MFAKOSOVO
Visita in Kosovo degli Ambasciatori Quint presso l'@OSCE 🇮🇹 🇫🇷 🇩🇪 🇬🇧 🇺🇸 per incontri con le Autorità locali, i rappresentanti della società civile e presso la Missione @OSCEKosovo sulle attività e i progetti dell'OSCE nel Paese
@ItalyinKosovo
https://t.co/A15ZWaaZWJ
🙏 to Amb Davenport & his dedicated team at the #OSCE field mission in 🇽🇰 for organizing our visit.
Great to see first hand the excellent work of @OSCEKosovo, supporting🇽🇰 institutions & civil society in fostering democratization, human rights & public safety.
Next leg is Serbia