QUINT states have reiterated their May 26 statement condemning Kosovo’s decision “to forcefully enter municipal buildings in the north, despite our calls for restraint”, stressing that they expect Kosovo not to take new measures Similar.

“In this context, QUINT and the EU expect that the Government of Kosovo will not take any new measures to forcibly enter the buildings of the Municipality of Leposaviq, Zubin Potok and Zveçan. “Presidents-elect must also show restraint and take immediate action to demonstrate their commitment and responsibility to represent and serve all members of their communities,” the United States said in a joint statement, France, Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom and the European Union.

On May 26, groups of local Serbs opposed going to the offices of the new Albanian mayors of Zveçan, Zubin Potok and Leposaviq.

The new leaders were accompanied by Kosovo Police, which clashed with the Serb groups. During the clashes, police forces used stun grenades and tear gas, while the local Serbs threw stones at the police forces.

At least five policemen were injured, while several police cars were burnt.

QUINT also said that it calls on all parties to be cautious of other threats or actions that may have an impact on a secure environment “including freedom of movement, which may inflame tensions and produce conflict.”

“We are especially concerned about the safety and well-being of civilians, police officers, members of EULEX and KFOR. Any new unilateral action will have a negative impact on relations with QUINT and EU states,” the statement said.