Serbia’s Aggression Against Kosovo: A Comprehensive Chronicle

Serbia’s campaign against Kosovo has escalated into a systematic assault, blending aggression, sabotage, and Russian-backed militias. A region’s sovereignty hangs precariously.

As 2024 comes to a close, the Republic of Kosovo remains under persistent assault by its neighbour Serbia. This aggression is not new; it is part of a systematic campaign rooted in Serbia’s refusal to accept Kosovo’s sovereignty. Since signing a foreign policy alignment agreement with Russia in September 2022, Serbia has intensified its efforts to destabilise Kosovo, raising concerns about regional stability and international accountability.

Serbia’s Alignment with Russia

In September 2022, Serbia formalised its alignment with the Kremlin¹, signing a treaty to synchronize its foreign policy with Russia. This partnership emboldened Serbia’s defiance of Western-imposed sanctions against Moscow², even as Russian forces launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. By aligning itself with Russia, Serbia has positioned itself as a destabilising force in the Balkans, with Kosovo as its primary target.

Escalation in Northern Kosovo

The crisis in northern Kosovo began in November 2022 when ethnic Serb…