2026-09-26 16:11:43Aktualitet SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX

The Artistic-Cultural Commission of the Municipality of Tirana has approved the proposal of the Mayor, Erion Veliaj, to declare four former leaders of the Kosovo Liberation Army: Hashim Thaçi, Kadri Veseli, Jakup Krasniqi and Rexhep Selimi "Honorary Citizens" of Tirana.

The proposal from the titles commission, chaired by historian Pëllumb Xhufi, comes at a sensitive moment for the four former KLA leaders. Veliaj's proposal was unanimously approved.

As Mayor Veliaj has stated: “Tirana is not only the capital of the Republic of Albania, but the center of Albanianness.”

After approval by the Artistic-Cultural Commission, the proposal follows institutional procedures for review by the Tirana Municipal Council.

Motivations for the KLA leaders:

Hashim Thaçi

For the valuable contribution to the Kosovo Liberation War, in its political representation and in Kosovo's journey towards freedom and independence, with the strong support of the US and Euro-Atlantic partners. For the special connection with Tirana and the strengthening of relations between Kosovo and Albania.

Kadri Veseli

For the valuable contribution to the Kosovo Liberation Army and to Kosovo's journey towards freedom and independence, with the strong support of the US and Euro-Atlantic partners. For the special connection with Tirana and the commitment to rapprochement and cooperation between Kosovo and Albania.

Jakup Krasniqi

For his valuable contribution to the Kosovo Liberation War, in its political representation and in Kosovo's journey towards freedom and independence, with the firm support of the US and Euro-Atlantic partners. For his early connection with Tirana, as one of the centers of political and civic support for Kosovo.

Rexhep Selimi

For the valuable contribution to the Kosovo Liberation Army and to Kosovo's journey towards freedom and independence, with the strong support of the US and Euro-Atlantic partners. For the special connection with Tirana, the capital that stood by Kosovo and its people during the days of war.


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