Following today’s hideous and cowardly terrorist attack against Kosovo Police officers, High Representative Josep Borrell spoke to Prime Minister Albin Kurti.

He condemned in the strongest terms today’s aggression.

High Representative Borrell expressed his condolences to the family, colleagues, and loved ones of the police officer who lost his life in the line of duty, and wished speedy recovery to the injured police officers.

The High Representative also called President Aleksandar Vučić. 

High Representative Borrell reiterated his call for the assailants to surrender immediately and the release of the pilgrims at Banjska Monastery, for them to leave safely. He called for restoring the calm and stability.

EULEX, as second security responder, is monitoring the situation on the ground and stands ready to support Kosovo institutions in maintaining stability & security of all its communities, in line with its mandate and in close coordination with NATO’s KFOR. The EU Special Representative for Kosovo on the ground is in close contact with the authorities.