Acting President Haxhiu: Suspicions of a second mass grave are a grievous reminder of crimes committed during the war
The Acting President of the Republic of Kosovo, Albulena Haxhiu, has said that suspicions of a second mass grave are a grievous reminder of crimes committed during the war and evidence that justice has not yet been fully served. “The extension of sovereignty and constitutional order to every part of the Republic of Kosovo has not only been an institutional obligation, but also a prerequisite for enabling the clarification of the fate of the forcibly disappeared, the discovery of mass graves and the return of the mortal remains of the victims to their families,” said Acting President Haxhiu. She expressed her gratitude and full support for all institutions of the Republic of Kosovo, professional teams, forensic experts and all those who, with dedication and professionalism, are working to clarify the fate of the forcibly disappeared persons. According to Acting President Haxhiu, their commitment is a valuable service to justice, truth and human dignity. “Every discovered grave is a step towards the truth, but also proof that the wounds of war remain open until the last missing person is found and those responsible for these crimes are brought to justice”, emphasized the Acting President. She further added that in these moments, we express our deepest solidarity with the families of the victims, who for more than two decades have been waiting to know the fate of their loved ones. “The Republic of Kosovo remains committed to ensuring that the truth is fully revealed and the memory of the victims is honored with dignity”, said the Acting President Haxhiu.
Acting President Haxhiu received Ms. Nafije Latifi, founder and director of the “JETA/VITA” Association
The Acting President of the Republic of Kosovo, Albulena Haxhiu, received today Ms. Nafije Latifi, founder and director of the “JETA/VITA” Association, a woman who, with her strength, dedication and humanity, has become a symbol of hope for many women in Kosovo. “Having defeated breast cancer three times, she has transformed her personal experience into a life mission, working for more than two decades to raise awareness among women about the importance of early detection, regular check-ups, and support for all those facing this disease,” said Acting President Haxhiu. She expressed her gratitude to Ms. Latifi and the team of the “JETA/VITA” Association for their valuable contribution to the education and awareness of citizens, as well as for the psychological and social support they provide to women affected by breast cancer. Acting President Haxhiu stated that our institutions and society should support such initiatives, which play an extremely important role in protecting the health and saving the lives of citizens.
Acting President Haxhiu receives representatives of the “Amadeus” Children and Youth Orchestra
The Acting President of the Republic of Kosovo, Albulena Haxhiu, received today the representatives of the “Amadeus” Children and Youth Orchestra. According to Acting President Haxhiu, this was a year to remember for the extraordinary successes achieved by this orchestra in the international arena, as they were awarded four prestigious awards at the “Musica Orbis” international festival in Prague, Czech Republic, as well as being crowned with the main “Grand Prix” award and first place at the 2026 “Spring Symphonies” International Festival in Spain, thus demonstrating the talent, dedication and high artistic level of our young people. “This extraordinary success, which elevates the name of Kosovo on the world stage, has been achieved thanks to the tireless work of conductor Vehbi Shosholli, director Hana Petrovci, the staff of the “Amadeus” school and, above all, the children and young people who, with dedication, worthily represent Kosovo through art”, said Acting President Haxhiu. In the end, Acting President Haxhiu congratulated them on these well-deserved achievements and wished them even greater successes on the international stage.
Acting President Haxhiu received representatives of the Association of Former Political Prisoners of Kosovo
The Acting President of the Republic of Kosovo, Albulena Haxhiu, received today the representatives of the Association of Former Political Prisoners of Kosovo. “During the meeting, we discussed the association’s activity in preserving historical memory, on the importance of documenting the violence and torture that the Serbian regime exercised against thousands of Albanian prisoners during the decades of resistance for freedom,” said Acting President Haxhiu. The challenges faced by the association were also discussed, and the Acting President Haxhiu assured them that, within the competences of the Presidency, she will remain by their side in their initiatives for the documentation and preservation of historical memory. Acting President Haxhiu expressed her deep appreciation for the extraordinary contribution of former political prisoners in Kosovo’s journey towards freedom and independence.
Acting President Haxhiu receives Admiral George M. Wikoff: Kosovo’s Euro-Atlantic orientation is irreversible and NATO membership remains our strategic goal
The Acting President of the Republic of Kosovo, Albulena Haxhiu, received today Admiral George M. Wikoff, Commander of the Allied Joint Forces Command in Naples. “We discussed the security situation in Kosovo and the region, the cooperation of our institutions with KFOR and the importance of regular coordination with NATO”, said Acting President Haxhiu. Acting President Haxhiu thanked Admiral Wikoff for his engagement, as well as for KFOR’s service in maintaining security and freedom of movement for all citizens of Kosovo. “I emphasized that Kosovo’s Euro-Atlantic orientation is irreversible and that NATO membership remains our strategic goal”, said Acting President Haxhiu. The Acting President of the Republic of Kosovo, Albulena Haxhiu, said that Kosovo will continue to strengthen cooperation with the Alliance and contribute to the security of the region.
Acting President Haxhiu received in a farewell meeting the Swedish Ambassador to Kosovo Mr. Jonas Westerlund
The Acting President of the Republic of Kosovo, Albulena Haxhiu, received today in a farewell meeting the Swedish Ambassador to Kosovo, Mr. Jonas Westerlund. “Praising the continuous support that Sweden has provided to Kosovo, I thanked Mr. Westerlund for his engagement, dedication and valuable contribution to further strengthen the relations between our two countries,” emphasized Acting President Haxhiu. Acting President Haxhiu expressed her gratitude for the excellent cooperation built during his mandate in Kosovo and wished Ambassador Westerlund success in his future engagements, with the conviction that the friendship and partnership between our two countries will continue to further strengthen in the future.
Acting President Haxhiu received Gino Mulliq and Gëzim Rushiti, representatives of the “Albanians for America” organization
The Acting President of the Republic of Kosovo, Albulena Haxhiu, received today Gino Mulliq and Gëzim Rushiti, representatives of the “Albanians for America” organization. The special relationship between Kosovo and the United States and the role that the Albanian-American community continues to play in preserving and strengthening it, were discussed at the meeting. “The history of Kosovo’s relationship with the United States cannot be written without the contribution of the Albanian-American community. For decades, this community has kept the issue of Kosovo present at the Congress, within the US administration and in public debate, thus creating friendship and support across party lines. This legacy remains one of the most important pillars of our connection with America,” said Acting President Haxhiu. She thanked the representatives of the “Albanians for America” organization for their continued engagement to the strengthening of the voice of Albanians in the United States and in protection of the interests of Kosovo.
Acting President Haxhiu: Kosovo is ready to support France with assistance in firefighting and in search and rescue operations
The Acting President of the Republic of Kosovo, Albulena Haxhiu, has said that Kosovo is ready to support France, within its state capacities, with assistance in firefighting and in search and rescue operations. “We stand in solidarity with the French people and with all those who are working to protect the lives of people and communities affected by the wildfires,” said Acting President Haxhiu.
Acting President Haxhiu on the Memorial Day of police officers fallen in the line of duty: their fall shows how difficult the duty of a police officer can be when it comes to protecting order, security and sovereignty of the country
The Acting President of the Republic of Kosovo, Albulena Haxhiu, together with the Acting Prime Minister, Albin Kurti, the Acting Minister of Internal Affairs, Xhelal Sveçla, and the Director General of the Police, Gazmend Hoxha, on the Memorial Day of Police Officers fallen in the line of duty, paid homage at the tombstone that bears the names of 24 members of the Kosovo Police, who lost their lives while performing their duty. Acting President Haxhiu said that from Lazim Rexhepi, the first police officer to fall in the line of duty in post-war Kosovo, to Muhamed Lika, each of these names is part of the history of the Kosovo Police and our state. “Among them are Enver Zymeri, killed on July 26, 2011 during the operation to establish order in the north, and Afrim Bunjaku, killed in the terrorist attack in Banjska. Their fall shows how difficult the duty of a police officer can become when it comes to protecting order, security and the sovereignty of the country,” said Acting President Haxhiu. According to her, the same responsibility is also seen in the daily work of thousands of members of the Kosovo Police and in the trust that citizens have built in them. “Today we remember with respect all the police officers who fell in the line of duty. The Republic of Kosovo will preserve their memory and will stand by the families they left behind,” said Acting President Haxhiu.
Acting President Haxhiu: Adem Demaçi’s name had traversed the borders of Kosovo long before Kosovo gained its freedom
The Acting President of the Republic of Kosovo, Albulena Haxhiu, accompanied by the acting Prime Minister, Albin Kurti, paid homage on the anniversary of the passing of Adem Demaçi, to one of the main figures of Kosovo’s struggle for freedom. “His life connected several stages of our history. He was part of the political resistance at a time when the demand for freedom was punishable by imprisonment, he was the voice of Albanians’ rights when they were denied and he remained present in public life even when Kosovo entered a new chapter of its history”, emphasized Acting President Haxhiu. According to her, the writer who opposed blood feuds was the same activist who opposed slavery and, after the liberation of Kosovo, insisted that freedom not be used for revenge. “Uncle Adem belonged to the generation that severely experienced the denial of Albanian rights in Yugoslavia. He chose not to remain silent and paid for this choice with 28 years in prison. He spent 28 years in prison, but neither imprisonment nor persecution made him give up his beliefs and his demand for Kosovo’s freedom,” said Acting President Haxhiu. She said that Adem Demaçi’s name had crossed the borders of Kosovo long before Kosovo gained its freedom. “Amnesty International took him under its protection as a prisoner of conscience, the US Senate demanded his release, while the European Parliament honored him with the Sakharov Prize for his stance in the face of an authoritarian regime,” emphasized Acting President Haxhiu. According to Acting President Haxhiu, Adem Demaçi was not a man of measured words to please everyone. “He was direct, often harsh and always ready to defend what he believed in. Precisely for this reason, his figure cannot be separated from the history of political thought and Albanian resistance in Kosovo. Today we remember him with respect for the suffering he faced with dignity, for his endurance and for the life he linked to the freedom of Kosovo. Eternal honor to Adem Demaçi”, said Acting President Haxhiu.