Stoltenberg: NATO has made decision to boost forces in Kosovo

Secretary - General NATO, Jens Stoltenberg, announced that the decision has been made to increase the number of NATO forces in Kosovo.

This communication by the NATO chief was made public today after the North Atlantic Council meeting, where the situation was discussed in Kosovo.

“Since May, we have improved KFOR's presence and position. Only yesterday did the North Atlantic Council authorize additional forces to address the current situation”, Stoltenberg said.

The report reportedly has expressed their deep concern for the mounting tensions in northern Kosovo.

Stoltenberg said that “will always continue to make sure our commander has the necessary resources and flexibility for KFOR to fulfil its mandate. We are willing to make further adjustments in KFOR's position as needed”.

KFOR, he said, continues to co-ordinate closely with all relevant interest parties in Kosovo and Serbia, “and with EULEX, the OSCE, UNMIK and diplomatic community”.

“Call on all parties that urgently deceleration. We continue to call on Belgrade and Pristina to engage in the EU-launched dialogue as the only way to resolve unresolved issues and reach solutions that respect the rights of all communities. This is the key to sustainable security in Kosovo and stability in the region”, the Secretary General said. NATO, Jens Stoltenberg.

In the NATO chief's statement, KFOR is said to always take all necessary actions to preserve a safe environment and freedom of movement for all people living in Kosovo.

“We do this impartially and in line with our UN mandate”, potential Stoltenberg.