Assembly in emergency session after state failed to protect woman.
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The Kosovo Assembly convened an extraordinary session to discuss the murder of Arlinda Zekaj and other incidents of violence against women, signaling a heightened focus on institutional accountability. Prime Minister Albin Kurti described the murder as deeply shocking, calling for the prosecution and responsible authorities to explain how Zekaj's prior warnings were handled.
The ongoing investigation into Arlinda Zekaj's murder has intensified with public figures like Tahiri stating that the Prosecution, Police, and Social Work Centers should bear responsibility for the failure to protect her. The Chief Prosecutor has requested a report on the cases involving Zekaj and warned of measures if violations are discovered. Details have also surfaced concerning a more than month-long delay by the court in issuing a protective order for Zekaj. [cite: Gazeta Express, Chief Prosecutor Requests Report on Arlinda Zekaj Cases, Warns of Measures if…, Kallxo, Details on Protective Order for Arlinda Zekaj: Why Did the Court Delay Issuing…, Gazeta Express, Tahiri: Prosecution…
Meanwhile, the Special Court has permitted the publication of less redacted testimonies from 10 witnesses in the trial involving former President Hashim Thaçi and others. In other domestic news, construction work on a building in Gjilan has been halted following the discovery of worker safety irregularities.