The Kosovo Specialist Chambers in The Hague is preparing to deliver its verdict in the war-crimes case against former president Hashim Thaci and three former Kosovo Liberation Army commanders. Prosecutors have sought long prison terms over alleged murders and torture during the 1998–99 conflict.
Thaci and the other defendants deny the charges. In Kosovo, the case is emotionally charged because the KLA is associated with independence from Serbia, while victims' families say accountability cannot depend on political popularity.
What happens next
The judgment may be appealed, so a verdict would not necessarily end the legal process. It could nevertheless affect Kosovo's domestic politics, relations with Serbia and public trust in the court created to examine alleged crimes that were difficult to prosecute locally.
Security officials are preparing for demonstrations around the announcement. International peacekeepers are also watching for tensions between communities.
FAQ
Who is on trial?
Hashim Thaci and three former KLA commanders.
Where is the case being heard?
At the Kosovo Specialist Chambers in The Hague.
Is a verdict automatically final?
No. Appeals may follow.
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