The Special Court in The Hague has issued its first-instance verdict, finding four former Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) leaders guilty of war crimes and crimes against humanity. Hashim Thaçi, former President, and Jakup Krasniqi, former Speaker of the Assembly, were each sentenced to 25 years. Kadri Veseli received an 18-year sentence, and Rexhep Selimi was sentenced to 13 years, totaling 81 years in prison for the group. The verdicts are not final and can be appealed.

Kallxo: Former UCK Leaders Convicted

The Special Court has sentenced four former leaders of the Kosovo Liberation Army to a total of 81 years in prison. Former Kosovo President Hashim Thaçi received a 25-year sentence.

Gazeta Express: 81 years in prison for four former UÇK leaders; Kosovo reacted strongly…

The sentencing of four former Kosovo Liberation Army (UÇK) leaders to a total of 81 years in prison has led to strong reactions in Kosovo, including protests and calls for an appeal.

Gazeta Express: Epilogue of the first instance in the Speciale: Thaçi and Krasniqi sentenced…

The first-instance verdict from the Specialist Chambers sentenced Hashim Thaçi and Jakup Krasniqi to 25 years each, Kadri Veseli to 18 years, and Rexhep Selimi to 13 years.

Koha Ditore: 81 Years in Prison for Four KLA Commanders

Four former commanders of the KLA have been sentenced to a total of 81 years in prison, a major legal outcome.

Kallxo: UCK Verdict Can Be Appealed, Not Final

The verdict against the four former UCK leaders is not final and can be appealed.

Kallxo: Former Kosovo President Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison, International Media…

International media reported on the Hague tribunal's decision to sentence former Kosovo President Hashim Thaçi to 25 years in prison.

Gazeta Express: Judicial Panel: Thaçi, Veseli, Selimi, and Krasniqi responsible for the murder…

The Judicial Panel found Hashim Thaçi, Kadri Veseli, Rexhep Selimi, and Jakup Krasniqi responsible for the deaths of 96 individuals and other war crimes.

Gazeta Express: Judicial Panel: Thaçi was key to implementing the joint criminal enterprise…

The Judicial Panel determined that Hashim Thaçi played a crucial role in the joint criminal enterprise and was personally involved in committing crimes.

Gazeta Express: Session begins at the Special Court; former UÇK leaders will hear the verdict…

The session has commenced at the Specialist Chambers where the former leaders of the Kosovo Liberation Army (UÇK) will receive their verdict, with live coverage available.

Telegrafi: Reactions to the Conviction of the UCK Four in The Hague, Hope Placed in Appeal

Following the guilty verdict for four former UCK leaders in The Hague, Kosovo reacts with the verdict generating responses and hope for an appeal.

Kallxo: The Journey of the Process Against Four Former UCK Leaders

This article details the lengthy legal process against four former leaders of the UCK, which began six years ago.

Kallxo: Kurti: Verdict Against UCK Four is Injustice, Must Be Corrected on Appeal

Prime Minister Albin Kurti stated that the conviction and harsh sentencing of the four former UCK leaders is an injustice that must be corrected on appeal.

Gazeta Express: Veseli's lawyer: We are shocked by the guilty verdict and sentence; for 6…

The lawyer for former Kosovo Assembly Speaker Kadri Veseli, who received an 18-year sentence, stated they are shocked as they have consistently argued the lack of evidence.

Gazeta Express: Former President Meidani: The court does not deserve to speak in the name of…

Former Albanian President Alfred Meidani asserts that the Specialist Chambers should not speak for Kosovo's people, and the Kosovo Assembly must make decisions regarding the situation.

Gazeta Express: Severe verdict for former UÇK leaders in Kosovo perceived as a punishment for…

The harsh verdict against former Kosovo Liberation Army (UÇK) leaders is seen in Kosovo as a punishment for the nation, while the US and UK urge for calm.

Gazeta Express: Historian Clewing: Verdict on former UÇK leaders doesn't sufficiently consider…

Historian Clewing argues that the verdict against former Kosovo Liberation Army (UÇK) leaders failed to adequately account for the nature and structure of guerrilla warfare.

Kallxo: Court Orders Detention for Suspect in Extortion Case

Kallxo.com reports that an appeals court has ordered the detention of Gjon Kuzhnini, who is suspected of extortion, usury, and kidnapping.

Kallxo: Fatal Car Accident in Prizren Kills 21-Year-Old

A 21-year-old woman has died in Prizren after being hit by a car.