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05 Dec 24

Strengthening Ties with Ukraine: A Meeting with Kyrylo Budanov

By Meliza Haradinaj It was an immense honor to meet with Kyrylo Budanov, the Chief of Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, in Kyiv. Often regarded as one of Vladimir Putin’s most wanted adversaries and a cornerstone of Ukraine’s defence strategy, Mr. Budanov leads highly effective intelligence operations that have significantly impacted…

05 Dec 24

8 DIPLOMATIC STEPS POST IBËR-LEPENC TERRORIST ATTACK

1. The Prime Minister should discuss, consult and coordinate all post-attack actions in the north of Kosovo and its investigation closely with the US, EU, and NATO (NALT and KFOR); 2. The MFA should send political instructions to Kosovo Embassies abroad no later than tomorrow (Sunday, December 1, 2024) with…

05 Dec 24

Kaja Kallas: Europe’s New Diplomatic Powerhouse Shaping Security and Sovereignty

By Shenoll Muharremi The new EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Estonian Kaja Kallas, is just 47 years old but already has strong stances and extensive political experience. Her anti-Russian position is arguably one of her defining traits in foreign policy. Her mother, Kristi Kallas, was only…