President Pavel congratulates President Osmani on the 18th anniversary of Kosovo’s Independence
The President of the Republic of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, has received a congratulatory letter from the President of the Czech Republic, Petr Pavel, on the occasion of Kosovo’s Independence. In his message, the President of the Czech Republic congratulated President Osmani and the citizens of Kosovo, appreciating the friendly relations and consolidated partnership between the two countries. He expressed confidence that cooperation will continue to develop and deepen in a positive direction, contributing to regional stability and prosperity. The President of the Czech Republic reaffirmed his country’s support for the advancement of Kosovo’s European and Euro-Atlantic integration. Thank you, Mr. President! 🇨🇿
The President of the Republic of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, received a congratulatory letter from the President of the Republic of Slovenia on the occasion of Kosovo’s Independence Day
In her letter, President Pirc Musar underlined Slovenia’s support for Kosovo, while also expressing readiness to further expand cooperation within the framework of the Brdo-Brijuni Process, evaluating this platform as an important mechanism for regional dialogue and coordination. Hvala, gospa predsednica! 🇽🇰🇸🇮
The President of the Republic of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, received a congratulatory letter from His Majesty, the King of Sweden Carl Gustaf R, on the occasion of Kosovo’s Independence Day
On the occasion of the 18th anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Kosovo, His Majesty the King of Sweden, Carl Gustaf R, has sent a congratulatory message to the President of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, expressing his most sincere congratulations on this important day for the people of Kosovo. In his message, His Majesty the King, Carl Gustaf R, congratulated President Osmani on the prosperity and well-being of the citizens of Kosovo. Tack, Ers Majestät! 🇽🇰🇸🇪
His Majesty the King of the Netherlands congratulates President Osmani on Kosovo’s Independence Day
On the occasion of the 18th anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Kosovo, the King of the Netherlands, His Majesty Willem-Alexander, has sent a letter of congratulations to the President of the Republic of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, through which he expressed his congratulations on the occasion of this significant day for the state and the citizens of the country. Hartelijk dank! 🇽🇰 🇳🇱
President of Croatia, Zoran Milanović congratulates President Osmani on the 18th anniversary of Kosovo’s Independence
The President of the Republic of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, has received a congratulatory letter from the President of the Republic of Croatia, Zoran Milanović, on the occasion of the 18th anniversary of Kosovo’s Independence. In his message, President Milanović stressed the belief that relations and cooperation between the two friendly countries will continue to develop and strengthen in various areas of common interest, for the benefit of the citizens of both countries. Additionally, in his congratulatory message, the President of Croatia assessed the importance of cooperation between the two states in strengthening stability, security and cooperation in Southeast Europe. He emphasized that Croatia will continue to support Kosovo on its path towards integration into all international organizations and forms of regional cooperation, including integration into the European Union and NATO. Hvala Vam, gospodine predsjedniče! 🇭🇷
His Majesty the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and the Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia congratulate President Osmani on the 18th anniversary of Kosovo’s Independence
The President of the Republic of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, has received letters of congratulations from the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, His Majesty King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, as well as from the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, on the occasion of the 18th anniversary of Kosovo’s Independence. In their messages, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, as well as the Crown Prince and the Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, have conveyed their warmest congratulations to President Osmani, the institutions and the amicable people of Kosovo, wishing good health, happiness, progress and further prosperity to the country. Furthermore, they emphasized the importance of warm relations and continued cooperation between Kosovo and Saudi Arabia, expressing their commitment to strengthening partnership and mutual understanding in the future.
The President of the Republic of Albania, Bajram Begaj, congratulates President Osmani on the 18th anniversary of Kosovo’s Independence
The President of the Republic of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, has received a congratulatory message from the President of the Republic of Albania, Bajram Begaj, on the occasion of the 18th anniversary of Kosovo’s Independence. President Begaj conveyed his congratulations to President Vjosa Osmani and the citizens of Kosovo on the occasion of the 18th anniversary of Independence Day. In his message, he said that Kosovo is an undeniable reality and a reliable partner, describing Kosovo as an encouraging example of how Albanians are active contributors to the consolidation of peace and prosperity in our region and beyond. As two states of one nation, President Begaj expressed support for Kosovo in every step and wished the country prosperity and further development. Thank you, Mr. President! 🇽🇰🇦🇱
President of Türkiye, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, congratulates President Vjosa Osmani on Kosovo’s Independence Day
The President of the Republic of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, has received a congratulatory letter from the President of the Republic of Türkiye, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, on the occasion of the 18th anniversary of Independence. In his message, President Erdoğan reaffirmed Türkiye’s continued support for Kosovo’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as for advancing its position in the international arena. President Erdoğan also emphasized his country’s commitment to peace and stability in the region. Teşekkür ederim, Sayın Cumhurbaşkanı! 🇽🇰🇹🇷
President Osmani: The 18th anniversary of Kosovo’s Independence brought us together with the President of Albania, Bajram Begaj
The President of the Republic of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, received today the President of Albania, Bajram Begaj, on the occasion of the 18th anniversary of Kosovo’s Independence. President Osmani wrote: The 18th anniversary of Kosovo’s Independence brought us together with the President of Albania, Bajram Begaj, in a festive atmosphere. Thank you for always being close to Kosovo and to our citizens, Mr. President!
President Vjosa Osmani’s address at the Kosovo Security Force and Kosovo Police Troops Parade
Dear citizens of our Republic, congratulations on Independence Day, congratulations on 18 years of statehood! Honourable President Begaj, Honourable Speaker Haxhiu, Honourable Prime Minister Kurti, Dear uncle Rifat and the entire Jashari family, Honorable Rugova family, Honourable officers, non-commissioned officers and soldiers of the KSF, Honourable members of the Kosovo Police, Honourable families of KLA martyrs, associations that emerged from the KLA war, Ambassadors of friendly countries, Honourable leaders of our institutions, On this February 17th, we gathered here, because history has invited us to this very place. Here, in this place, stands the NEWBORN monument, the identifying sign of our state, which gave the long-awaited announcement that Kosovo had become a state. On this significant anniversary, we are on “Luan Haradinaj” Street, which bears the name of a distinguished fighter, a hero of the Kosovo Liberation Army. A name that reminds us that this state was built by the courage of those who chose not to remain silent in the face of injustice. Their blood lies in the foundations of our independent and sovereign state. A few meters from here stands the “Heroinat” monument, a powerful but also painful memory of nearly 20 thousand women raped by the Serbian genocidal regime during the war of 1998-1999. That monument reminds us that the wounds left behind by the war, the pains that are not always seen, but that live long in our collective conscience, will never be forgotten. It reminds us that freedom has a high price and that justice for the thousands of people killed, including children, remains our permanent obligation. Therefore, today, in this space where the birth of the state, the sacrifice of all KLA fighters and the wounds of war stand together in one place, we remember the effort of generations that was sealed precisely in February 2008. 18 years ago, Kosovo was declared a state, but long before that day Kosovo had gained freedom. Today, before you stands an 18-year-old Republic, born of sacrifice, nourished by resistance and strengthened by the spirit of its people, by each of you. Kosovo is a free state, unyielding, determined to defend its freedom in every inch of it. Kosovo is an independent and sovereign Republic, courageous, strong, proud and with many friends. Kosovo is our eternal homeland, our home, our soul, our common future! Today, we bow with respect to all those who contributed to this day. To those who did not surrender. To those who stood firm even when the road seemed long but dark. We honor the historic vision of the architect of independence, the Founding Father of our Republic, the historic President, Ibrahim Rugova, who in times of repression kept alive the hope, dignity and identity of our people, making peace an act of courage and political wisdom. We honor the unparalleled sacrifice of the Jashari family, led by the Legendary Commander, Adem Jashari, an eternal symbol of sacrifice for freedom. We honor every boy, every young man, every woman, every man, who fought in the Kosovo Liberation Army, the best sons and daughters of this country. We honor the sacrifice of the veterans and invalids of war, who when history called for courage, responded with action, turning the centuries-old aspiration into an irreversible reality. So let us repeat clearly, today and forever: no one can tarnish the war of the Kosovo Liberation Army. It was a just war, a liberation war, a defense war led by the right to freedom and statehood. Without this extraordinary contribution of the KLA and without this sacrifice, the independence of Kosovo would not be the reality that we celebrate today. By defending the truth and our liberation war, we defend our own state, our independence and the freedom that we enjoy today. We will not allow anyone to tarnish these sublime values, for which our people gave everything, even children in their cradles. Because a history written in blood cannot be erased or distorted by anyone. Dear citizens, In a little while at Skanderbeg Square, our citizens will begin the march for justice. As President of the Republic of Kosovo, I give my strong support to this march, because our citizens demand nothing but justice. Because our citizens know well that defending our liberation war is defending the state of Kosovo itself. Because our citizens know well that the KLA is the bloody oath of our people from which we will never give up. Honorable guests, on this great day, we express deep and lasting gratitude to the United States of America, to European countries and all allies around the world, who stood on the right side of history. They helped us win freedom, they helped us build the state, and even today they stand with us, as reliable partners of peace and security. Today, Kosovo is building its defense capacities with responsibility and vision. Today, the KLA heirs, our Security Force and the Kosovo Police, are making us proud each and every day. They prove that Kosovo is ready for NATO. Our girls and boys in uniform are proof that this country has sons and daughters ready to serve the homeland with honor, dedication and to contribute to global peace. Today, Kosovo is stronger than ever. Today, Kosovo is more prepared than ever before. Today, Kosovo is more determined than ever to move forward, despite the challenges. We are a country dedicated to learning and moving forward. Our 18-year-old republic has never been afraid of responsibility. It is a country that knows that freedom requires work, well-being, vision and the protection of the truth at all costs. for this reason, together, we must make Kosovo fairer for our children and stronger for the generations to come. On this 18th anniversary, let us move forward with unity, united and with faith and pride, because Kosovo today is more mature and stronger for every challenge that the future brings. Therefore, I address all the citizens of Kosovo, and especially you, the young men and women, who, like our