President Aleksandar Vučić of Serbia reiterated that the nation would stand firm in safeguarding its citizens amid ongoing tensions in northern Kosovo, where authorities in Pristina, which are not universally recognized, have attempted to take control of municipal buildings in several communities. The message was conveyed through Vučić’s official page on the social network where he frequently communicates state updates.
Vučić, speaking after an urgent gathering of Serbia’s National Security Council, affirmed that the Republic of Serbia would remain strong and resolute in protecting the rights and safety of its people. The pledge came as part of a broader assessment of the security situation and a determination to respond decisively to moves from Kosovo authorities that Serbia views as violations of sovereignty and the rights of Serbs in the area.
The escalation involved four Serb-majority municipalities in northern Kosovo and the broader region of Metohija, where clashes between local residents and Kosovo security forces unfolded on Friday, May 26. The authorities in Pristina reported attempts to seize municipal premises, while residents adjacent to the affected sites resisted and sought to deter law enforcement actions on the ground.
Officials have described the incident as a serious destabilization event, noting that the Serbian military and security apparatus have been placed on heightened readiness. Information provided by the National Security Council indicated a state of preparedness among the armed forces to support civilian authorities and ensure the safety of Serbian citizens in the vicinity of the disputed municipalities.
Simultaneously, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation issued a statement expressing support for Serbia in its efforts to defend the rights and sovereignty of its people in Kosovo. The declaration underscored Moscow’s stance on the protection of Serb communities and Serbia’s prerogatives in the ongoing Kosovo issue, situating the situation within a broader regional security context.