A flag-raising ceremony was held today at the KFOR headquarters in Pristina to welcome Belgium, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands as contributing nations to NATO’s mission in Kosovo.
Since the beginning of 2024, five additional European allies have joined the mission, supporting NATO’s efforts in Kosovo, including France and Portugal, who began contributing in January and September 2024, respectively, according to KosovaPress.
General Major Enrico Barduani, KFOR Commander, expressed his appreciation for the arrival of new personnel. He emphasized that the further increase in KFOR’s presence highlights the collective commitment to maintaining sustainable security in Kosovo and regional stability, particularly supporting the EU-facilitated dialogue for normalizing Kosovo-Serbia relations.
Key Points:
Troop Contributions: Belgium, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands have joined other European nations, such as France and Portugal, in contributing troops to NATO’s mission in Kosovo. \
Commitment to Stability: General Barduani reiterated that the expansion of KFOR’s forces is a symbol of the NATO allies’ unwavering commitment to ensuring security in Kosovo and broader regional stability.
Support for Dialogue: KFOR continues its mission of fostering a secure environment for all people and communities in Kosovo, in close coordination with the Kosovo Police and EULEX, supporting their respective roles in security responses.
