• Former Kosovo Defense Minister Rrustem Berisha emphasized the importance of Croatia’s experience in building a defense system for Kosovo.
  • He assessed that the recent agreement on military cooperation between Croatia, Albania and Kosovo is important for regional stability.
  • Berisha recalled that the development of the Kosovo Security Force took place with strong international support, especially from NATO and the USA.
  • Kosovo declared independence in 2008, and Croatia recognized it; Serbia still disputes Kosovo’s independence and the development of its armed forces.
  • The Kosovo Security Force evolved from the former Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA).

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