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Dutch and Luxembourg PMs urge Serbia and Kosovo to defuse tensions under shadow of war in Ukraine
Dutch and Luxembourg PMs urge Serbia and Kosovo to defuse tensions under shadow of war in Ukraine
The prime ministers of the Netherlands and Luxembourg on Monday urged Serbia and Kosovo to act to defuse recent tensions that have threatened to push the Balkan region into instability as Europe faces Russia's aggression in Ukraine. Dutch PM Mark Rutte and Xavier Bettel, the Luxembourg PM, spoke after meeting Serbia's President Aleksandar Vucic in Belgrade. Rutte and Bettel travel to Kosovo on Tuesday for meetings with top officials there. “We cannot, both of us, emphasize enough how important it is that both Serbia and Kosovo take steps toward de-escalation and ultimately normalization of their relations through the EU-led dialogue,” said Rutte. “This is crucial for the two countries themselves, first and foremost, but also for the entire region and Europe as a whole,” he added. “With a war raging between Russia and Ukraine on our continent, it's more important than ever that we act together.” Serbia and its former province Kosovo have been at odds for decades, with Belgrade refusing to recognize Kosovo’s 2008 declaration of independence. Western efforts to resolve the crisis have increased recently, to avert possible instability in the Balkans as war ravages Ukraine. Tensions between the two countries flared anew in May after Kosovo police seized local municipal buildings in Serb-majority northern Kosovo to install ethnic Albanian mayors who were elected in an April election that Serbs overwhelmingly boycotted. Violent clashes injured 30 international peacekeepers and more than 50 ethnic Serbs, stirring fears of a renewal of the 1998-99 conflict that left more than 10,000 people dead, mostly Kosovar Albanians. The U.S and the EU have pressed Serbia and Kosovo to take steps to lower tensions. Normalization of relations is the key condition for the two countries to move forward in their efforts to join the EU. Bettel, too, called on the two sides to act. “Words are good, actions are better,” he said. “And we need to advance on these topics and to show also that there is a wish of de-escalation.” Vucic expressed hope that the two prime ministers' visit to Serbia and Kosovo would help. “I promised that Serbia will do all it can to preserve peace and stability,” he said. Washington and most EU nations have recognized Kosovo’s independence, while Russia and China have backed Serbia’s claim on the territory. The 1998-99 war erupted when separatist ethnic Albanians rebelled against Serbia's rule and Belgrade responded with a brutal crackdown. NATO bombing in 1999 forced Serbia to relinquish control but Belgrade has maintained Kosovo remains part of the country. Read More Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Opponents of Serbia's populist leader block main highway to keep up pressure after weeks of protests Kosovo's prime minister offers to hold new elections in tense Serb-majority municipalities Novak Djokovic’s bid for Wimbledon title No. 8 and Grand Slam trophy No. 24 starts next week
2023-07-04 04:47
'AGT' Season 18: Howie Mandel faces severe backlash for claiming The Rybka Twins 'would not go viral', fans say 'he needs to retire'
'AGT' Season 18: Howie Mandel faces severe backlash for claiming The Rybka Twins 'would not go viral', fans say 'he needs to retire'
Fans of 'AGT' criticize Howie Mandel for selecting performers based on their likelihood of becoming viral on TikTok
2023-07-19 13:26
Wells Fargo & Company Increases Common Stock Dividend and Announces New $30 Billion Common Stock Repurchase Program
Wells Fargo & Company Increases Common Stock Dividend and Announces New $30 Billion Common Stock Repurchase Program
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2023-07-26 04:48
Saudi says oil cuts show not at odds with Russia
Saudi says oil cuts show not at odds with Russia
Saudi Arabia on Wednesday dismissed talk of discord with oil ally Russia, praising their coordinated decisions to remove barrels from the market in...
2023-07-05 20:56
HMV owner's bid for UK retailer Wilko falls through
HMV owner's bid for UK retailer Wilko falls through
A last-ditch bid to save thousands of jobs at struggling UK household goods retailer Wilko has collapsed, the owner of the HMV music...
2023-09-11 18:52
'The Bachelorette' fans ask Brayden to leave as he hits Charity Lawson's face with baseball: 'The universe is giving you signs'
'The Bachelorette' fans ask Brayden to leave as he hits Charity Lawson's face with baseball: 'The universe is giving you signs'
'The Bachelorette' suitor Brayden Bowers accidentally hit Charity Lawson with a ball
2023-07-11 10:30
White House hopeful Ramaswamy joins Trump in calling for huge government job cuts
White House hopeful Ramaswamy joins Trump in calling for huge government job cuts
By James Oliphant WASHINGTON Vivek Ramaswamy joined a growing chorus of 2024 Republican presidential candidates vowing to radically
2023-09-14 04:51
Trump lawyer Parlatore exits legal team amid US special counsel probes
Trump lawyer Parlatore exits legal team amid US special counsel probes
By Jacqueline Thomsen WASHINGTON Tim Parlatore, an attorney who has represented Donald Trump in a pair of U.S.
2023-05-17 22:27
Cargill and BAR Technologies’ Ground-Breaking Wind Technology Sets Sail, Chartering a New Lower-Carbon Path for the Maritime Industry
Cargill and BAR Technologies’ Ground-Breaking Wind Technology Sets Sail, Chartering a New Lower-Carbon Path for the Maritime Industry
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2023-08-21 13:28
Meta rolls back measures to tackle COVID misinformation
Meta rolls back measures to tackle COVID misinformation
Meta Platforms said on Friday a policy that was put in place to curb the spread of misinformation
2023-06-16 23:56
A 9-year-old migrant died after having seizures during scorching trek in Arizona
A 9-year-old migrant died after having seizures during scorching trek in Arizona
A 9-year-old migrant died from medical complications which included seizures after crossing into the US near Mesa, Arizona, in the midst of sweltering summer heat, Border Patrol officials said.
2023-07-03 01:45
Gerrit Cole loves 2 things in life: Winning and Harry Styles
Gerrit Cole loves 2 things in life: Winning and Harry Styles
Yankees ace Gerrit Cole holds a very near and dear place in his heart for a certain pop star. One might even call him a Harry Styles stan.The New York Yankees have a potential Cy Young winner in their hands with star pitcher Gerrit Cole, but even if he doesn't earn league-wide recognition i...
2023-06-05 21:53