Serbia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has strongly condemned the military alliance agreement signed on Tuesday between Kosovo, Albania, and Croatia, calling it a “provocation” and a threat to regional stability.
In an official statement, Belgrade announced that it would send urgent requests to the foreign ministries of Croatia and Albania, demanding a detailed explanation regarding the trilateral memorandum of defense cooperation. According to Serbia, this agreement—signed in Tirana—represents a move that undermines peace in the Balkans and excludes Serbia from crucial security discussions.
Serbia, which claims to uphold neutrality and peace in the region, has expressed concern over what it sees as a deliberate effort to isolate Belgrade. The Serbian government particularly criticized the inclusion of Kosovo, which it does not recognize as independent, arguing that its participation threatens Serbian interests and violates international law, including UN Security Council Resolution 1244.
Belgrade has also raised alarm over the potential expansion of this alliance, as reports indicate that Bulgaria has been invited to join. Serbia questions why it was not consulted on regional security matters if the agreement is not directed against any specific country.
Serbia insists that military cooperation with Kosovo’s security forces constitutes a serious breach of international legal norms and a direct challenge to peace in the Balkans. The government warned that it would not remain silent on this development, emphasizing its commitment to countering any perceived threats to its national security.
The Serbian Foreign Ministry has called for immediate responses from Croatia and Albania, demanding transparency regarding the true intentions behind the military cooperation agreement.
