Kosovo's Ex-President Thaci Sentenced to 25 Years for War Crimes
Hashim Thaci, 58, was sentenced over murder, torture and illegal detention linked to the 1990s conflict, according to Anadolu Agency.
Kosovo's former President Hashim Thaci has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for war crimes, Turkey's Anadolu Agency reported.
According to the report, Thaci, 58, was sentenced for crimes including murder, torture and illegal detention committed during the 1990s.
Thaci, a former guerrilla commander who later became one of Kosovo's most prominent political figures, served as the country's president before stepping down to face war crimes proceedings.
Further details regarding the specific charges, the court that issued the verdict, and Thaci's response to the sentencing were not immediately available in the source report.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
Sources
- Kosovo's ex-President Thaci sentenced to 25 years for war crimes — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
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