KFOR said on Tuesday that the Kosovo Police in Banjska intervened in accordance with its law enforcement prerogatives.

“KFOR troops were present in the area. They closely monitored the situation and stood ready to respond, if required,” KFOR said in a press release.

It added that the Kosovo Police, EULEX and KFOR acted in close coordination.

“The Commander of KFOR remains in regular contact with all stakeholders, including EULEX, the representatives of the Institutions in Kosovo and of the Kosovo security organizations, and the Chief of Staff of the Serbian Armed Forces,” said the press release.

It said that, through KFOR, NATO will always take all necessary actions to maintain a safe and secure environment and freedom of movement for all communities in Kosovo, “impartially and in accordance with our mandate based on the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1244 of 1999.”

“KFOR will also continue to provide the security framework necessary for the EU-facilitated dialogue between Belgrade and Pristina to move forward. The EU-facilitated dialogue between Belgrade and Pristina is the only way to resolve outstanding issues and to reach a lasting solution that respects the rights of all communities,” said KFOR.