Kosovo

Kosovo signs document to join Gazan International Stabilization Force

The document was signed by US Major General Jasper Jeffers, who leads the ISF mission, and Commander of the Kosovo Security Force Lieutenant General Bashkim Jashari.

|ByJAMES GENN
US Major General Jasper Jeffers, who leads the ISF mission, and Commander of the Kosovo Security Force Lieutenant General Bashkim Jashari sign a document of Kosovo joining the ISF mission, published September 7, 2026.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy speaks during a joint press conference with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte after talks, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine, June 3, 2026.

Kosovo stood with Ukraine, Zelensky’s words in Belgrade were a painful betrayal - opinion

For Kosovars, Ukraine’s suffering was not something distant or abstract. We know what it means to watch civilians flee their homes. That history is one reason Kosovo embraced Ukraine so strongly.

|ByARBANA XHARRA
Moroccan Apache helicopters take part in the "African Lion" joint military exercise between US and Moroccan forces in the Tan-Tan region in southwestern Morocco on May 8, 2026.

Why Morocco's commitment is a major milestone for the US peace plan in Gaza - analysis

Morocco has 'formally signed its Participating Country Agreement with the International Stabilization Force' for Gaza.

|BySETH J. FRANTZMAN
A DRONE picture shows people gathering for a protest, as part of a nationwide anti-government movement triggered by the deadly collapse of the Novi Sad railway station canopy in November 2024, following Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic's resignation announcement, in Kraljevo, Serbia, June 28, 2026

Serbian protesters maintain pressure on president after his claims of stepping down

Although many protesters expressed satisfaction over Vucic's resignation, they fear he may not fully relinquish power. Analysts say he may try to run for prime minister.

|ByREUTERS

Kosovo opens embassy in Jerusalem after establishment of diplomatic ties

"A truly proud and historic moment for Kosovo-Israel relations," Kosovar Ambassador Ines Demiri tweeted. "The greatest honor of my life is to have this opportunity to open the embassy.

MARCH 14, 2021ByLAHAV HARKOV
The flags of Israel, Kosovo and the US are seen on a desk during a virtual ceremony to sign an agreement establishing diplomatic relations between Israel and Kosovo in the Israeli foreign ministry in Jerusalem February 1, 2021

Kosovo designates Hezbollah as a terrorist organization

Last year, Kosovo designated its military wing as a terrorist group, but following a proposal by the Foreign Affairs Ministry, the parliament decided to designate its political wing as one as well.

MARCH 5, 2021ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Lebanese army try to block supporters of the Lebanese Shi'ite groups Hezbollah and Amal as they gesture and chant slogans against anti-government demonstrators, in Beirut

Kosovo must present a plan to become a true independent state - opinion

Those who want to reach the pinnacle of power must understand that they need to use their power to serve the people, not to exploit those who gave them power.

FEBRUARY 13, 2021ByALON BEN-MEIR
KOSOVAR PRIME MINISTER Avdullah Hoti gestures during a campaign rally in Peja, Kosovo, earlier this month.

14 day news roundup: Airport closure

Israeli news highlights from the past two weeks.

FEBRUARY 9, 2021BySTEVE LINDE
A face mask is seen on the bust of David Ben-Gurion at Ben-Gurion Airport.

Ties that bind, ties that break: The future of Israel-Balkan relations

Strengthening bonds may harm the Jewish state elsewhere, with implications beyond Europe and the Mideast.

FEBRUARY 5, 2021ByTARA KAVALER/THE MEDIA LINE
Israel's Foreign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi signs the agreement establishing diplomatic relations between Israel and Kosovo during a virtual ceremony with Kosovo's Foreign Minister Meliza Haradinaj Stublla, in the Israeli foreign ministry in Jerusalem February 1, 2021.

Letters to the Editor February 3, 2021: Kosovo knows best

Readers of The Jerusalem Post have their say.

FEBRUARY 2, 2021ByLETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Letters

Israel, Kosovo establish diplomatic ties over Zoom

The ceremony is said to be the first of its kind.

FEBRUARY 1, 2021ByLAHAV HARKOV
Israel's Foreign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi signs the agreement establishing diplomatic relations between Israel and Kosovo during a virtual ceremony with Kosovo's Foreign Minister Meliza Haradinaj Stublla, in the Israeli foreign ministry in Jerusalem February 1, 2021.

Israel's ties with Kosovo: What new opportunities await?

Kosovo had refused to recognize the Jewish state, while Israel refused to recognize Kosovo’s independence. Trump changed that.

FEBRUARY 1, 2021ByJPOST EDITORIAL
Foreign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi is seen with the agreement to form diplomatic ties with Kosovo in front of the Foreign Ministry in Jerusalem, on February 1, 2021.

Kosovo to establish diplomatic relations with Israel on Monday

Kosovo assured Israel it intends to open an embassy in Jerusalem.

FEBRUARY 1, 2021ByLAHAV HARKOV
A MAN holds a Kosovo flag

Former Kosovo president faces war crimes judge after shock resignation

Thaci led the fight against Serbian forces in 1998-1999 as a commander in the Kosovo Liberation Army and oversaw the country's declaration of independence 12 years ago.

NOVEMBER 9, 2020ByREUTERS
Kosovo's President Hashim Thaci attends a ceremony of security forces a day before parliament's vote on whether to form a national army, in Pristina, Kosovo, December 13, 2018.