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Grynkewich: NATO to gradually reduce Kosovo peacekeeping mission
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Grynkewich: NATO to gradually reduce Kosovo peacekeeping mission

From N1 Serbia · () Serbian

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  • NATO will gradually reduce its peacekeeping mission in Kosovo over the next year due to a stable security situation.
  • The reduction is a response to increased stability and the growing capability of Kosovo's security organizations.
  • The changes will be gradual, aligned with ground conditions, and can be reversed if necessary.

NATO plans to gradually reduce the strength of its peacekeeping mission in Kosovo over the coming year, citing a steady security situation in the region. The decision reflects increased stability and the enhanced capabilities of Kosovo's own security organizations.

US Air Force General Alexus Grynkewich, Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR), stated that NATO and KFOR remain fully committed to Kosovo's safety and security. He noted that current conditions present an opportunity to further optimize KFOR's size and posture.

NATO and KFOR ⁠are fully committed to safety ​and security in Kosovo.

— Alexus GrynkewichGeneral Alexus Grynkewich, Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR), explained the rationale behind the mission adjustment.

The calibrated reductions are expected to align with national rotational deployment and redeployment cycles. NATO emphasized that these changes will occur gradually, contingent on conditions on the ground, and can be reversed if security needs arise.

This development follows a meeting between Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic and General Grynkewich in Belgrade. Vucic thanked Grynkewich for KFOR's stabilizing role and expressed hope for its continued importance in safeguarding peace.

The current conditions provide an opportunity to optimize KFOR’s size and posture further.

— Alexus GrynkewichGeneral Alexus Grynkewich elaborated on the factors leading to the planned reduction in troop numbers.
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