The UN mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) expressed concern on Tuesday over the detention and injuries suffered by two of its staff during the police operation against organized crime groups.
“UNMIK is following with great concern the developments in northern Kosovo today, including the detention of two UN staff members during the course of their duties by Kosovo Police. Both staff members were subsequently transferred to hospital for treatment of injuries. We are establishing the precise circumstances, in close coordination with all international agencies on the ground,“ a press release said.
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It added that UNMIK chief Zahir Tanin called for the immediate release of the UN staff members, adding that “any harm to UN staff will be met with the highest degree of diplomatic and international legal responses”. “I urge all parties to abide by the principles of rule of law and dignity for all to life and liberty, and to help restore calm and security in the area,” the press release quoted Tanin as saying.
