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The front page of Alsat features a significant focus on the war crimes tribunal rulings against former Kosovo Liberation Army (UCK) leaders, with multiple stories detailing the verdicts, reactions, and legal aspects. Other prominent stories include political developments in North Macedonia…
This story questions who authorized the operation of a cable car that transported passengers, highlighting that official Gjorgjievski has not provided an answer regarding responsibility for any potential issues.
Kosovo's representative, Kos, states that they expect North Macedonia to amend its constitution to include Bulgarians, which is seen as a step towards EU accession.
A brief weather forecast indicates that the day will be sunny with some scattered light to moderate clouds.
The United States, European Union, and the United Kingdom have issued reactions following the verdict delivered by the Specialized Chambers.
Politicians Konjufca and Hoxhaj have expressed their opposition to the decision made by the Special Court.
Prime Minister Edi Rama has reacted with the word 'Shame!' following the Specialized Chambers' verdict against former UCK leaders.
Charles Smith comments on the trial against Thaçi and others, suggesting the verdict does not pertain to the UCK or the goal of an independent Kosovo.
The Special Court ruled that crimes against humanity and war crimes were not proven against the four former UCK leaders, Hashim Thaçi, Kadri Veseli, Rexhep Selimi, and Jakup Krasniqi.
Former Kosovo President Hashim Thaçi has been found guilty and sentenced to 25 years in prison by the Specialized Chambers.
The court stated that the Special Prosecutor's Office failed to prove the allegations of crimes against humanity against the former UCK leaders.
The Basic Public Prosecutor's Office in Struga has filed another criminal complaint against the former mayor, Ramiz Merko, and another individual.
The attention of all Albanians is focused on The Hague today as they await the long-awaited verdict for four former leaders of the UCK.
Sali Berisha calls for the acquittal of the UCK leaders, stating that it would be the only just verdict.
Leaders from Albanian political parties, Sela and Taravari, express their support and hope for the acquittal of the accused in The Hague.
