The Kosovo Security Force (KSF) is continuing to strengthen its military capabilities through the acquisition of modern equipment, advanced technology and an expansion of its personnel, as it approaches the final stage of its decade-long transition into a fully capable military force.
The transformation process is scheduled to be completed in 2028. By then, the KSF aims to be ready to exercise its full constitutional and legal responsibilities as a modern, professional force capable of defending Kosovo.
With three years remaining in the transition process, the focus has shifted toward expanding operational capabilities, acquiring modern weapons and equipment, and increasing the number of personnel.
The modernization effort is already taking shape through the arrival of new military equipment. German-made military trucks have recently been added to the KSF fleet, alongside drones, unmanned aerial vehicles and other modern weapons systems.
The force is also expanding its personnel. More than 500 new soldiers joined the KSF last week, taking their oath to serve Kosovo.
Members of the Assembly’s Committee on Security and Defense, including former members of the security force, say the transformation is progressing, although significant work remains.
Ilir Qeriqi, a committee member from the ruling Vetëvendosje Movement, said the KSF had entered one of the most demanding stages of the process, involving more expensive and specialized equipment.
He said the force was expected to receive Javelin anti-tank systems, radar equipment and other advanced military capabilities, which require more extensive procurement procedures and resources.
PDK lawmaker Rrahman Rama, also a member of the committee, said the modernization process was not yet complete, noting that several previously planned equipment deliveries were still expected.
He expressed hope that the remaining equipment would arrive and that Kosovo would fulfill the commitments and requirements agreed upon with its international partners.
Fadil Hadergjonaj of the Democratic League of Kosovo (LDK) said completing the remaining objectives was essential to meeting the 2028 deadline.
He said the KSF was working to fulfill its obligations and that he was confident it would achieve the transition plan’s objectives, declare full operational capabilities and assume the responsibilities assigned to it under Kosovo’s Constitution.
Beyond its domestic defense role, the KSF is also expanding its international engagement in security and peace-related activities.
Its reported participation in an international stabilization mission in Gaza, alongside partner countries, marks another step in the expansion of its role beyond Kosovo’s borders.
