Mithat Lozhani, a citizen of Kosovo who was arrested by Serbian authorities two months ago, has been released from custody in Belgrade.
The news was confirmed on April 28, 2026, by his lawyer, Arianit Koci, who has been actively working on the case. Lozhani was originally detained while entering Serbia at the Batrovci border crossing between Serbia and Croatia.
“Big news: Mithat Lozhani has been released from prison in Belgrade! I continue to work for the citizens of Kosovo,” Koci announced via social media.
Diplomatic Pressure
Following Lozhani’s arrest in February, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Diaspora (MPJD) of Kosovo launched a diplomatic campaign to secure his release. Actions taken included:
- Notifying the European Union Delegation in Serbia.
- Issuing verbal notes to the diplomatic missions of the Quint countries (USA, UK, France, Germany, and Italy) accredited in Serbia.
- Appealing for international intervention to ensure the protection of the rights and safety of Kosovo citizens traveling through Serbia.
The release comes at a time of heightened regional tension, following several instances of Kosovo citizens being detained at Serbian border points over the past year.
