Lajcak: Dialogue is necessary, I will fully focus on finding a way forward

The EU Special Representative for the Belgrade-Pristina dialogue, Miroslav Lajcak, has once again commented on the events in northern Kosovo, stating that "this horrific attack further emphasizes the necessity of preventive diplomacy and dialogue."

Lajcak also emphasized that in the coming days, he will fully dedicate himself to finding the way forward.

"Upon my return from New York this morning, I was met with the shocking news of an attack on Kosovo police officers in the north of Kosovo. Such cowardly act of violence is deeply concerning and go against the very principles of peace and cooperation. My heart goes out to the victims, their families, friends and colleagues. This horrific attack further emphasizes the necessity of preventive diplomacy and dialogue, underlined during this past week, when I participated in the High-Level week of the UN General Assembly in New York. I spoke with numerous leaders and colleagues from around the globe. In one way or another, we all stressed the importance of dialogue and cooperation," Lajcak wrote on Facebook and continued:

"I also met the six Presidents from the Western Balkans and high-ranking UN officials, to discuss regional dynamics. High Representative Borrell also hosted a traditional Western Balkan lunch to align our messaging for the week on the global scene. To find a way forward in the region and in particular the Dialogue, I held strategic discussions with our US partners. This year, I particularly appreciated the dinner with former General Assembly Presidents and the current President of the 78th session of the UN General Assembly. It was great to be back at the UN, but after a week of “global speed dating,” it was time to return to Brussels. In the upcoming days, I will fully focus on finding a way forward," Lajcak stated.