President Osmani’s full address to the leaders, experts and partners from around the world at the opening of the second edition of the Forum on Women, Peace and Security
President Osmani’s media conference regarding the International Forum on Women, Peace and Security and on the occasion of April 14th – the Day of Survivors of Sexual Violence
President Osmani consoles the family, friends and cultural community on the passing of actress Shirine Morina
Today, theater and cinematography lost an outstanding actress beloved by the public. Actress Shirine Morina will be remembered for her originality in her stage plays in the theater and her numerous roles in television series. I convey my most sincere condolences to the family, friends and cultural community! In these difficult moments for the family, I sympathize with you and encourage you to find strength in coping with the pain.
President Osmani commemorates the Studenica and Llashtica massacres
25 years ago, the forces of the Serbian genocidal regime, in one of their offensives for the extermination of Albanians and ethnic cleansing, massacred 6 elderly and 4 minor girls aged 12-15, from the Lipaj-Zeqiraj families in Studenica, Istog . The barbarity of the criminal regime knew no age, therefore justice is is a must and we will never cease asking for it. On the same day, on April 13th 1999, the Serbian murderous machine shot and then burned 13 Albanians, including Fisnik Shabani, 2 years old, in Llashtica, Gjilan. Justice for them is our unwavering commitment. May the memory of all those who fell for freedom be eternal!
President Osmani bestows post mortem the “Hero of Kosovo” Order to the KLA member Francesco Bider
Within the framework of the activities of the traditional manifestation “Ditët e Shqipes 2024”, the President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani, yesterday awarded the “Hero of Kosovo” Order to the member of the 138th “Agim Ramadani” Brigade Francesco Giuseppe Bider, with motivation for bravery and sacrifice for the freedom of Kosovo. President Osmani handed over the order to the brother of the hero, Mr. Alfredo Bider, accompanied by family members and former leaders of 138 “Agim Ramadani Brigade “and of the Battle of Koshare. President Osmani emphasized that the hero Francesco Bider believed in the freedom of our people and the future of our children. “It was the images of murders, burnings, the suffering of the displaced, the images of the refugee camps and the whole terrible reality that our people went through under the genocidal regime of Milosevic that pushed Francesco to join the KLA in the fight for the liberation of Kosovo, where he also fell a martyr”, said President Osmani. According to President Osmani, all members of the KLA were united by the cause of freedom and justice against tyranny, genocide and oppression
President Osmani received the representatives of the NATO Advisory and Liaison Team
The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani received today the incumbent director of the NATO Advisory and Liaison Team (NALT), Brigadier General Ralf Peter Hammerstein, as well as the incoming NALT Director Brigadier General Christian Nawrat, accompanied by Current Operations Sector Head at the NATO Headquarters, Ms. Ariella Viehe. During the meeting, President Osmani thanked and expressed her deep appreciation for General Hammerstein’s year-long cooperation and service, wishing him success in his future tenure and military career. Madam President also wished a successful tenure to the incoming director General Nawrat, believing that, per the tradition so far, the level of cooperation will continue within the respective mandates during General Nawrat’s tenure as well. At the meeting, President Osmani reiterated the commitment to maximizing the opportunities of Kosovo-NATO cooperation for the further development and advancement of the KSF to the highest NATO standards, ready and interoperable with NATO’s allied and partner forces in joint missions, in addition to our strategic state goal of full membership in NATO. The current security situation in the country, with President Osmani pointing out that NATO and KFOR enjoy a great amount of trust from the citizens of Kosovo in their mission for peace and security in our country, was also discussed at the meeting.
President Osmani received the Foreign Minister of Malta, at the same time the current OSCE Chairperson-in-Office, Ian Borg.
The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani received today the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Europe and Trade of Malta, and the current OSCE Chairperson-in-Office Ian Borg. At the meeting, President Osmani and Minister Borg discussed the cooperation of the institutions of the Republic of Kosovo with the OSCE inclusive of previous support by the OSCE, and the current cooperation with the local institutions. President Osmani was informed on the priorities held by Minister Borg and Malta as this year’s OSCE Chairperson-in-Office. Bilateral relations between Kosovo and Malta, Kosovo’s membership in the Council of Europe as well as the latest political developments in the region were discussed at the meeting. During the discussions with Minister Borg, Madam President said that Kosovo continues to be at the forefront of progress in the region and beyond, in terms of strengthening the rule of law and democracy as well as in promotion of human rights.
President Osmani commemorates the 25th anniversary of the fall of the hero Agim Ramadani
Agim Ramadani was not just a soldier, but a mix of a warrior, a poet and painter, respectively a polyhedral personality transformed into a hero. He is the man of exile, the patriot and the brave man who made the dream of freedom come true by joining the KLA and being immortalized as the emblematic hero of the fall of the border between Kosovo and Albania. He and his fellow fighters gave life to the dreams and aspirations of our people to be free. Agim’s heroism and legacy will continue to inspire generations to come. May the memory of the hero Agim Ramadan be eternal!
President Osmani’s congratulations on Eid-al- Fitr
Human solidarity, which accompanies the blessed month of Ramadan, is our precious heritage. Eid-al-Fitr is a commitment to faith, sacrifice and self-denial. May your prayers and sacrifice throughout the month of Ramadan be accepted. May health, good fortune and prosperity be conveyed to your families! On this day of celebration, everyone should open their hearts, extend a hand of kindness and generosity to those in need. May this day be filled with boundless joy, peace, tolerance and mutual respect! Congratulations and happy Eid -al-Fitr!
President Vjosa Osmani’s address at the “Ditët e Shqipes” manifestation, organized in honor of the 25th anniversary of the Battle of Koshare
Honourable Prime Minister Kurti, Honourable Deputy Prime Ministers, Ministers, Members of the Kosovo Assembly, Chairmen of Political Parties, Excellencies, Ambassadors, Mayors, Representatives of the Diplomatic Corps, Honourable Fighters of the 138th Brigade Agim Ramadani of the Glorious Battle of Koshare, Honourable Commander of this Brigade, Mr. Rrustem Berisha, Dear Families of the Heroes of the 138th Brigade, Dear War Veterans and Invalids and All of You Present, Today we are here to honour the 25th Anniversary of the Battle of Koshare and the 114 Heroes of our Liberation Army, who in this battle made the most sublime sacrifice, sacrificing themselves for our precious freedom. The Battle of Koshare is monumental in our recent history, so today we pay homage to the bravery, courage and sacrifice of those who fought and fell 25 years ago. On this day of April 9, we bow before heroes like Agim Ramadani, Sali Çekaj and many, many others, who, united in the Battle of Koshara, from different parts of the Albanian space, but also of the globe, became victims for our freedom. As I mentioned, soldiers from other countries of the world also fell in this battle, including Francesco Bider, Pajllard Arnaut Pjer, Murat Muhamed Ali and many others. They were united by the cause of freedom and justice against tyranny, genocide and oppression. They did not fight for their personal glory, but they won eternal glory, because they defended our human dignity and fulfilled the legacy of generations for a free Kosovo. In this sacred place rest our heroes, who with their selfless struggle fell to give full meaning to the freedom we enjoy today. 25 years ago, the people of Kosovo were threatened with extermination by the genocidal regime of Milosevic. It was precisely these heroes and the living braves of the Battle of Koshare, who lit the spark of hope, restored dignity and demolished the border that divided Albanians among themselves. The Operational Group led by Rrustem Berisha, Agim Ramadani, Sali Çekaj, Anton Quni and many other heroes in the fierce frontal battle finally triumphed, eliminating the centuries-old inter-Albanian obstacle. They wrote our newest history chapter, which will be passed on to generations as a memory of the difficult path we have gone through as nation to be free among other free nations. After two days of fierce fighting, Agim Ramadani, the hero of Koshare, fell at the head of the battle, who defended his homeland Kosovo, just like Commander Adem Jashari and his family, who started the fight for freedom from the doorstep of his house. This armed resistance was preceded by peaceful resistance under the leadership of the historic president, Dr. Ibrahim Rugova, which resistance challenged the tyranny and injustice of the centuries-old criminal Serbian regime. He was rightly recognized by the heroes of Koshare, and everywhere as the Supreme Commander of our armed forces. This resistance became an inspiration for the democratic world and, at the same time, became an inspiration with extraordinary effect in our modern history, which we will tell our children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and all others who will come after them. The peaceful resistance followed by the armed one, not only united the Albanians, but also played a crucial role in building strong alliances with our international allies led by the United States of America, who stopped the extermination of Albanians, this was the goal of the Serbian regime. Thanks to them and the thousands of KLA martyrs, Kosovo today is an independent state, an irreversible and permanent reality, to which we will always be masters. Honourable guests, dear family members, In our history, the name of 138th Brigade will forever remain engraved in golden letters. The Battle of Koshare was not simply an arena of war, but was proof of the resilience of our liberation soldiers who fought side by side for a common cause. They remind us even today that only united can we defend the values of freedom for which they gave their lives. And as we reflect on our past, in this jubilee year of the Battle of Koshare, the importance of our alliances and unity grows ever greater. It remains the duty of each of us to continue our commitment and dedication to keeping Kosovo strong, stable, developed, democratic, within its current borders, sovereign, and together with our friends and allies. The legacy of the heroes of the 138th Brigade will live forever as long as our Kosovo lives. Honourable soldiers of this brigade, thank you for your service, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication to freedom. Your courage will continue to inspire and guide us, as we move forward together, towards our future for a Kosovo like this, what our heroes wanted, what we all want together today and what we fought for! The most powerful proof of this triumph of our unity is the young Agim Ramadani and the young Sali Çekaj and many, many little brave men who are proof of our renewal as a nation and as a people, as a sovereign and free Kosovo. May God bless the heroes of Koshare and all the heroes of Kosovo! May God bless our Republic! Thank you!