Statement to the media
The President of the Republic of Kosovo welcomes the judgment of the Constitutional Court in cases no. KO 72/26 and KO 74/26, which confirm the legal arguments submitted by the Presidency to the Constitutional Court regarding this case, and confirm that President Osmani has not committed any constitutional violations. In accordance with the comments sent by the Presidency, the Constitutional Court itself confirms in paragraphs 153, 155 and 190 that the 60-day deadline must be consumed before the 30-day deadline provided for in Article 86.2 of the Constitution, and that this 30-day deadline before the end of the mandate of the current President is final and binding, and cannot be relativized. The Court, in no paragraph of its judgment, has found a violation of the Constitution by the President. On the contrary, it has confirmed that it is not the decree that leads the country to new elections, but rather the failure of the Assembly to elect a new President that causes this election process. The Presidency has expressed the same position in the comments sent to the Constitutional Court, emphasizing that the decree is simply a formalization of an existing situation and that it is not the decree, but the failure of the Assembly itself to elect a President that leads the country to elections. Consequently, given that the circumstance of not constituting the Assembly on time was not foreseen by the Constitution of the Republic of Kosovo, the Court has interpreted an exceptional circumstance that applies to this specific case, clarifying that “in all cases of the election of the President in the future, namely the procedure for the election of the new President, which cannot last more than 60 days, must begin before and end no later than 30 days before the end of the mandate of the current President.” (paragraph 191 of the Judgment) The President welcomes the 34-day deadline granted to the members of the Assembly of Kosovo by the court and calls on them to urgently fulfill this constitutional obligation. The granting of this additional deadline by the Constitutional Court was in no way within the competence of the President of the Republic. But it is precisely the President’s decree that has paved the way for this important clarification by the court as the sole and final authority to interpret the Constitution. Political statements about alleged constitutional violations show both a misinterpretation of the judgment as well as extreme politicization of a situation already clarified by the Constitutional Court: that the failure to elect the President of the country is the responsibility of the members of the Assembly and as a result of the lack of political will to reach a consensus on the election of the President. Instead of such unreliable statements, we invite the Assembly of Kosovo to set the date of the new session for the election of the new President as of tomorrow and to fulfill the obligation for which they were elected, giving the country stability and security.
President Osmani: There are certain moments that do not require many words, but they require the truth and this is one of them
President Osmani: 27 years ago, in Tërnje, Suharekë, the forces of the Serbian genocidal regime committed one of the most serious crimes against innocent civilians
27 years ago, in Tërnje, Suharekë, the forces of the Serbian genocidal regime committed one of the most serious crimes against innocent civilians. 28 children, women and men were cruelly killed, innocent lives were brutally cut short, just because they were Albanians and lived on their land. The memory of them obliges us to never forget and to continue our commitment to justice, so that such crimes are never repeated again. May the memory of the martyrs of the Tërnje massacre be eternal!
President Osmani: The memory of the massacres is an obligation to never forget and to seek justice
A day after the start of NATO airstrikes against the Serbian genocidal machine, the Belgrade regime reacted with cruelty towards civilians in Kosovo. In Celina, Fortesa and Brestoc in Rahovec, the forces of the Serbian genocidal regime massacred 75 civilians in Celina, 69 in Fortesa and 49 in Brestoc. Five KLA fighters also fell in defense of civilians, becoming an eternal part of our history of resistance and sacrifice. In the face of this inhuman violence, the resistance for freedom only became stronger. The memory of these massacres is an obligation to never forget and to seek justice without stopping. May the memory of the martyrs and those who sacrificed themselves for freedom be eternal!
President Osmani on the 27th anniversary of the murder of lawyer Bajram Kelmendi and his two sons, Kastriot and Kushtrim: This macabre crime continues to remain a wound that does not close and a pain that does not fade
Abducted by the genocidal forces of Serbia, 27 years ago, lawyer Bajram Kelmendi and his two sons, Kastriot and Kushtrim, were cruelly executed. This macabre crime continues to remain a wound that does not close and a pain that does not fade. Today we remember them with respect and with the pledge that the memory of them will never fade, just as the demand for justice will never cease. May the memory of the lawyer and his sons be eternal!
President Osmani on the 27th anniversary of the fall of activists Latif Berisha and Agim Hajrizi: They will live forever in the history and conscience of our state
The President of the Republic of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, participated today at the memorial academy on the 27th anniversary of the fall of activists Latif Berisha and Agim Hajrizi. President Osmani wrote: For those of us who grew up in Mitrovica, the date of March 24th is not only a date of remembrance. It is also the memory of the extraordinary strength of the Hajrizi family and the Berisha family, but also of the pride that this city has given to Kosovo, men and women who never bowed down. Today, on the anniversary of March 24, 1999, we honorably remember Professor Latif Berisha and Agim Hajrizi, along with his mother and little Ilir, killed by the genocidal regime of Serbia on one of the most decisive days for Kosovo. At the memorial academy and in visits to their families, today we respectfully bow to their sacrifice, renewing our commitment that they will live forever in the history and conscience of our state. May God bless the Hajrizi family, the Berisha family and the Republic of Kosovo. Eternal glory to all those who fell for freedom
At the invitation of the White House, First Gentleman Prindon Sadriu launches activities within the framework of the Inaugural Summit of the “Fostering the Future Together” Coalition
At the invitation of the First Lady of the United States of America, Mrs. Melania Trump, the First Gentleman of the Republic of Kosovo, Mr. Prindon Sadriu, launched today his activities within the framework of the inaugural Summit of the “Fostering the Future Together” coalition, which is being held in Washington D.C. The main goal of this two-day summit is to protect the well-being of children through education, innovation and technology. The initial meetings of the summit were held at the US Department of State, while the high-level meeting, which will be attended by 45 First Ladies and Gentlemen from around the world, will be held tomorrow at the White House. Kosovo is honoured to be among the 45 countries selected by the White House to participate in this Summit. During the meetings at the US Department of State, First Mr. Sadriu met with US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau, spoke with counterparts from participating countries, as well as with representatives of leading technology companies that are part of this global coalition, including OpenAI, Microsoft, Google, Meta, xAI, Palantir, Adobe and Zoom Communications. In the conversations with global technology companies, issues on how Kosovo will benefit from the services and platforms they offer for children and youth in Kosovo were also discussed. At these meetings, Mr. Sadriu presented the potential of Kosovo and the commitment of President Vjosa Osmani and our country to build a digital future that empowers young people and protects children in the online space. At the initiative of the President of the Republic of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani Sadriu, Kosovo joined this initiative among the first countries in the world, demonstrating its commitment to ensuring that children and young people benefit from the opportunities offered by the digital age, always focusing on their protection and well-being.
On the 27th anniversary of the NATO intervention, the First Gentleman was welcomed at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History in Washington, DC.
The First Gentleman of the Republic of Kosovo, Prindon Sadriu, during his official visit to Washington DC, was welcomed to the Smithsonian National Museum of American History by the museum’s director, Anthea M. Hartig. The visit, which took place on the 27th anniversary of NATO’s intervention, focused on the alliance’s crucial role in defending democratic values and the importance of historical memory in preserving peace and freedom. During the visit, he toured exhibits that reflect key moments in American history, including the United States’ commitment to supporting freedom around the world, including in Kosovo. First Gentleman Sadriu, at the invitation of the First Lady of the United States, Melania Trump, paid a two-day official visit to Washington, DC, where he delivered a speech at the main session at the White House as part of the “Fostering the Future Together” global summit , global summit and met numerous friends of Kosovo, including members of President Trump’s cabinet, First Ladies and Gentlemen from countries around the world, and with major US technology companies.
President Osmani: The Dukagjini Epopee is a memory and testament of sacrifice, courage and determination for freedom
Today, with honor and humility, we remember the 28th anniversary of the Dukagjini Epopee, one of the most glorious chapters of our fight for freedom. On March 24, 1998, in Gllogjan, the Kosovo Liberation Army waged a frontal battle in this area, courageously confronting the forces of the genocidal regime of Serbia, which had surrounded the village and in particular the Haradinaj family, which became a symbol of resistance and sacrifice for freedom. On that glorious day, the martyrs Himë Haradinaj, Gazmend and Agron Mehmetaj fell for freedom, becoming eternally part of our national history. The Dukagjini Epopee is a remembrance and testament of sacrifice, courage and determination for freedom. It remains a permanent inspiration for generations to preserve and strengthen the state, built on the blood of martyrs. Eternal glory to all those who fell for freedom!
Madam President: Eternal gratitude to the women and men of NATO who stood on the right side of history
On the anniversary of the commencement of NATO’s intervention in Kosovo, we commemorate one of the most defining moments in our modern history. On March 24th 1999, faced with a human tragedy from Serbia’s genocidal action, the most powerful military alliance in the democratic world took decisive action to stop the cruelty of the criminal regime. It was an act that ended a dark era and paved the way for freedom and peace. “NATO air, just do it” remains a symbol of the call to action in defense of universal values, a call that was heard and translated into historic decision and responsibility. Eternal gratitude to the women and men of NATO who stood on the right side of history. This day reminds us that freedom and peace require constant commitment and that, in decisive moments, action is what defines history.