The President of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani commemorated the 24th anniversary of the Korisha Massacre
24 years ago, the forces of the Serbian genocidal regime killed 77 women, men elderly, and among them 14 children of the Korishë, Budakovë, Bllacë, Reshtan, Mushtisht and Grejkoc villages. The ferocity of the Serbian criminal regime did not spare even the little ones, whose lives were extinguished at a very early age. The pain and memory of them will always remain with us. They will be a reminder of the hard path to freedom as they were killed just because they were Albanians. Justice for them is indispensable. May the memory of them and the martyrs who are the foundation stone of the Republic never be forgotten!
President Osmani met a group of Albanian students at Harvard University
During her stay in the USA, the President of the Republic of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, met with a group of Albanian students at Harvard University. President Osmani said that at the meeting with the Albanian students, she was informed of their ambitions and contribution to this university. “Grateful to hear their personal journeys and hopes. Their determination and drive to make a positive impact is truly inspiring,” wrote President Osmani.
President Osmani was received by the president of Harvard University, Lawrence Bacow
During her stay in the USA, the President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani, was received by the President of Harvard University, Mr. Lawrence Bacow. “It’s truly inspiring to hear about the extraordinary impact that Harvard University and its students have had in shaping the future of academia in the US and empowering brilliant minds from around the world,” stated President Osmani. President Osmani was the keynote speaker at the “Global Empowerment Meeting” international conference, organized by Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with the “Growing in a Green World” theme. Madam President’s full address at:
President Osmani held a series of meetings in the American Congress
On the eve of the visit to Harvard University in Boston where President Osmani is invited as the keynote speaker at the ‘Global Empowerment Meeting’ international conference, she held a series of meetings in the American Congress. During the one-day stay in Washington D.C., President Osmani has met with Senator Chuck Schumer, Senator Christopher Murphy, Senator Ben Cardin, Senator Marco Rubio, Senator Steve Daines, Congressman Steve Scalise, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar, Congressman Gary Palmer, and will also be meeting with Congresswoman Dina Titus. At all meetings, President Osmani spoke about the latest developments in Kosovo and the region with a special focus on developments in the field of security. She has constantly emphasized the importance of the integration of the Republic of Kosovo into the Euro-Atlantic institutions, stressing that this would directly contribute to greater security and stability in our region and beyond. She highly praised the extraordinary contribution the Congress provided to the strengthening of the international position of our country, stressing that a new momentum has already been reached for new developments in this direction. In the spirit of excellent historic relations with the USA, President Osmani thanked the Kosovo friends in the American Congress, conveying the gratitude of the citizens of Kosovo for their support to our country over the years. In this regard, she emphasized the importance of strengthening the partnership with Kosovo’s main ally through the Strategic Dialogue, an initiative presented by President Osmani at the beginning of last year. The latest developments in the dialogue process with Serbia were also discussed at the meeting, with President Osmani reiterating the fact that Kosovo continues to be the constructive party and potentiated Serbia’s continuous violations in this process and expressed concern for the lack of readiness for implementation of the agreement on their part.
President Osmani’s interview to BBC News Weekend Programme
President Osmani on Europe Day: Kosovo is the embodiment of European values
Below is the message issued by the President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani on Europe Day: Europe Day is an opportunity to reflect on the values that unite us as European nations – freedom, democracy, human rights and the rule of law. These fundamental principles have been important pillars of the European Union since its formation, and it is precisely these values that Kosovo and its people have historically fought for and continue to defend today. At this defining time, Europe Day serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of solidarity, unity and protection of each other. Let us use this moment to reflect on all the successes we have achieved so far and to reaffirm our unrivaled will toward new successes on the road to European integration. Kosovo and its people have been, are, and will always remain the embodiment of these values. As we move closer to the European Union, our commitment remains unwavering as is our commitment to democracy, peace, human rights and the rule of law.
President Osmani commemorated the hero Ilir Konushevci and doctor Hazir Malaj on the 25th anniversary of their assassination
On the 25th anniversary of their assassination, the President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani commemorated the hero Ilir Konushevci and the doctor Hazir Malaj. President Osmani’s full statement: Ilir Konushevci was the indomitable fighter who had transformed his cause for the freedom of Kosovo into concrete military action since the 1990s. The man with the rifle was also the main bearer of the process of supplying the arms to KLA, from Albania to Kosovo. 25 years ago, Ilir Konushevci, accompanied by doctor Hazir Malaj, were killed in an organized ambush while escorting a truck with weapons that were going to be sent to Kosovo. General Ilir was killed, but not his dream of a free Kosovo. His rifles made Kosovo free, fulfilled his will and perpetuated the ideal of generations for freedom and Republic. Uncovering the perpetrators of his murder and making them face justice will give meaning to the freedom for which Ilir fell! May the memory of Ilir be eternal!
President Osmani met with the United Kingdom’s special envoy to the Western Balkans, Lord Stuart Peach
The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani, during her visit to London, met with the United Kingdom’s special envoy to the Western Balkans Lord Stuart Peach, with whom she discussed the latest developments and further strengthening of the cooperation with the United Kingdom. “Together with Lord Peach we discussed recent developments, including important steps in the dialogue, Kosovo’s Euro-Atlantic integration as well as the necessity to further strengthen our bond & cooperation with the UK,” said President Osmani.
President Osmani commemorated the 24th anniversary of the Battle of Çabrat
The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani commemorated the 24th anniversary of the Battle of Çabrat, where 26 fighters of the 137th “Gjakova” Brigade of the Kosovo Liberation Army, and nearly 100 civilians were ruthlessly killed by the Serbian genocidal machinery and over 300 were forcibly kidnapped. President Osmani’s full statement: 26 fighters of the 137th “Gjakova” Brigade of the Kosovo Liberation Army, 24 years ago fell heroically in the Battle of Çabrat, in their endeavours to help their fellow citizens, who were subjected for three consecutive days to criminal acts by the Serbian genocidal regime. Nearly 100 civilians were brutally killed by the Serbian genocidal machine, over 300 were forcibly kidnapped as the war for the protection of the motherland raged everywhere, just a month before Kosovo was liberated. The KLA martyrs are the seal of the eternity of our state and we will always remember them with respect! May the memory of them and the martyrs who are the foundation stone of the Republic never be erased!
President Osmani attends the Coronation ceremony of King Charles III and Queen Camilla
The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani, accompanied by the First Gentleman Prindon Sadriu, represented the Republic of Kosovo at the Coronation ceremony of King Charles III and Queen Camilla of the United Kingdom. Madam President’s full statement: “On behalf of the people of the Republic of Kosovo, I would like to convey the most heartfelt congratulations of the people of Kosovo on the occasion of the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla. As we witness this historic day, let us remember the power of friendships and alliances and the vital importance of strengthening them. I am convinced that the alliance between Kosovo and the United Kingdom and the strong ties between our peoples will continue to grow stronger during the King’s reign!”