Verdict awaited for Thaci and leaders of the so-called KLA
The pre-trial panel of the Specialist Chambers in The Hague, in the proceedings against four former leaders of the so-called KLA, who are accused of war crimes, is in the deliberation phase before delivering a verdict.
TL;DR
- The Specialist Chambers in The Hague are deliberating before delivering a verdict for former KLA leaders Hashim Thaci, Kadri Veseli, Rexhep Selimi, and Jakup Krasniqi.
- The defendants are accused of war crimes and crimes against humanity, with the prosecution seeking 45-year sentences.
- The pre-trial panel has 90 days to deliver a verdict, but this period can be extended.
- Separate hearings are scheduled for Thaci on charges of obstruction of justice and attempting to influence witnesses.
- Thaci has been in custody since November 2020.