
The US State Department has reacted to the sentencing of former KLA leaders to a total of 81 years in prison by the Special Chamber in The Hague. In a reaction to the media, the State Department emphasizes that the United States respects the decision made by the Kosovo Specialist Chambers.
The response further states that the US supports justice for all victims and their families. The State Department also underlines that it supports accountability, due process, and the rule of law.
While all parties are also urged to respect the court's decision and avoid conflict-inciting rhetoric.
“ The United States respects today’s verdict by the Kosovo Specialist Chambers. We support justice for all victims and their families, and reaffirm our support for accountability, due process, and the rule of law.
"We call on all parties to respect the court's decision, avoid inflammatory rhetoric, and continue to work towards a peaceful and democratic future ," the statement said.