Mass Torture of Serbs at Gazimestan: Serbian Flags and Patriotic Songs Now a Crime!
Every year, Vidovdan is expected to be marked with dignity and peace. But not for Serbs in Kosovo! On June 28th, at Gazimestan, Serbian citizens faced what can only be described as police terror. The so-called Kosovo police, under the orders of Albin Kurti, detained and harassed over 30 Serbs simply for carrying Serbian flags, images of monasteries, sports club symbols, and singing patriotic songs. Yes, you read that right — singing patriotic songs became a reason for arrest!
Harassment of Children and Ignoring Albanian Provocations
The most shocking part is that even a 12-year-old girl was detained and harassed for singing patriotic songs, and her mother was also detained. Meanwhile, the police did not react to the obvious provocations by Albanians waving flags and honking horns in the center of Gračanica, near the monastery. The goal was clearly to provoke the Serbs into reacting, but they remained calm while the police continued their repression.
Kurti’s Hysteria: Same Story Every Year!
This is not the first time such things have happened. Kurti and his police conduct mass detentions of Serbs every year on major Serbian holidays, especially Vidovdan. The goal is clear — intimidation, criminalization, and stigmatization of Serbs. The Office for Kosovo and Metohija has stated it is reviewing all detention cases and will provide legal protection to those detained. The international community is called upon to intervene and stand for justice, as these actions are unfounded and unlawful.
Why Is This Happening?
It is obvious this is part of a broader strategy by Albin Kurti to intimidate the Serbian community in Kosovo and Metohija. Instead of protecting all citizens, Kosovo authorities target Serbs, especially on significant dates. This is not just a police action; it is a political message of hatred and intolerance.
What Can We Expect?
If this continues, tensions will only rise. Serbs will feel increasingly threatened, and the international community will need to respond more seriously. The Office for Kosovo and Metohija has already announced legal aid will be provided, but whether that will be enough remains to be seen.
Conclusion
Vidovdan is a day of remembrance and pride for Serbs, but this year it was marked by police violence and pressure. Serbian flags and patriotic songs are not crimes, but in Kosovo, they have become reasons for detention and harassment. Kurti and his police have shown their true face — one that does not respect Serb rights and uses repression as a political tool.
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