Kosovo President Vjosa Osmani spoke about the victims of the recent war during her visit to the exhibition “Truth, Memory, Justice.” She emphasized that in every conflict, the most vulnerable—women, the elderly, and especially children—are disproportionately affected.
On the occasion of International Human Rights Day, Osmani highlighted the importance of this date, which symbolizes universal dignity and equality. She recalled 10 December 1948, when the United Nations established the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, affirming that every human life has value and deserves protection, citing the slogan of that era: “Never Again!”
“Unfortunately, the phrase ‘Never Again’ remained just a slogan, as the atrocities witnessed during World War II were, to some extent, repeated in our region in the 1990s,” Osmani stated, adding that the world today still faces disasters, violence, and violations of fundamental human rights.
Kosovo’s Experience
Osmani stressed that the people of Kosovo know well the meaning of this pain:
“War crimes, crimes against humanity, and the genocide perpetrated by Milošević’s regime caused deep, enduring suffering that will never be erased. Thousands were killed, including many children; thousands of women and men were abused; thousands disappeared violently and are still missing from their families and all of Kosovo. Their pain transcends time—it is a living wound that flows every day and demands justice.”
The president also mentioned the suffering of Mother Ferdonije, who lost all members of her family during the conflict, including her sons and husband, highlighting the ongoing trauma experienced by countless others affected by the war.
