Vucic with Ruge: We are concerned about the increasingly complex situation in Kosovo

The President of Serbia, Aleksandar Vucic, spoke today with NATO's Assistant Secretary-General for Political Affairs and Security Policy, Boris Ruge, about the situation in the region, security in Kosovo, and the implications of the unilateral actions of the Pristina authorities.

"A good meeting with Boris Ruge on the most important issues, the situation in the region, security in Kosovo and Metohija, and the possible implications of the continuation of unilateral actions by Kurti's regime," Vucic stated on Instagram.

As he added, during the meeting, he expressed great concern over the tendency for the situation in Kosovo to become increasingly complex despite all of Belgrade's efforts to bring unresolved issues back within the framework of dialogue.

"I also emphasized that the constant risk of escalating tensions, which Pristina regularly provokes with irresponsible decisions and behavior, greatly affects the Serbian people in Kosovo and Metohija, who live in a state of constant fear for their lives and property," he stressed.

Vucic thanked Ruge for the attention he pays to this issue, noting that Ruge himself is well-acquainted with the situation in Kosovo.

"I stressed that it is necessary to intensify diplomatic efforts and coordinate with KFOR forces in accordance with Resolution 1244 and the mandates those forces have, in order to ensure the safety of Serbs in Kosovo and Metohija, to bring Pristina back to dialogue, and to fulfill all obligations, especially the formation of the Community of Serb Municipalities," Vucic stated.

During his discussion with Ruge, the President emphasized that Serbia remains committed to military neutrality.

Ruge mentioned on the social network "X" that his conversation with President Vucic about NATO-Serbia relations, which he hopes will deepen, had been good.

"We also discussed regional issues, including lasting security in Kosovo. NATO looks to Serbia to help ensure full accountability for the violent acts in May and September 2023," Ruge stated.