Kosovo’s Minister of Labour, Family and the Values of the Liberation War, Andin Hoti, has rejected reports alleging that the Government revoked the martyr status of several prominent figures, including Ahmet Krasniqi, Fehmi Agani, Enver Maloku and Bajram Kelmendi.
In a statement published on Facebook, Hoti described the claims as false and manipulative, clarifying that neither the Ministry nor the Government has issued any decision to revoke their status.
He explained that the Government Commission responsible for recognising and verifying the relevant statuses completed its mandate many years ago and is no longer operational.
Hoti stressed that all the individuals named continue to hold their officially recognised status as martyrs and retain their pension rights under the applicable legislation.
He strongly criticised the media outlets behind the reports, accusing them of publishing sensationalist and misleading content without first seeking clarification from the Ministry.
“None of the individuals mentioned has had their martyr status or pension rights revoked,” Hoti stated, adding that presenting decisions that were never taken as institutional actions amounted to serious disinformation and manipulation of public opinion.
He further emphasised that verifying information and seeking comment from the relevant institutions are fundamental obligations of responsible journalism, particularly when reporting on matters of such sensitivity to the families of martyrs and the public.
