On the anniversary of the armed attack on the Kosovo police in Banjska, the United States State Department called on Serbia to ensure justice for those involved in the attack. The attack, led by Milan Radoicic, resulted in the death of a police officer and injuries to three others. Radoicic admitted to the attack, and now faces terrorism charges in Kosovo along with 44 others.
Despite international support for the indictment, Serbia refuses to extradite Radoicic and plans to try him in their own courts. This has led to accusations from Kosovo officials that Serbia is protecting him. The investigation is ongoing in Belgrade, but there has been little official cooperation between Serbia and Kosovo on this matter.
The State Department’s statement underscores the importance of accountability for the perpetrators and the need for Serbia to play its role in ensuring justice without further delay. The anniversary of the attack serves as a reminder of the ongoing tensions between Serbia and Kosovo and the complexities of seeking justice in a politically charged environment.