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Linta: So-called laws on foreigners and vehicles are a continuation of the expulsion of the Serbian people from Kosovo and Metohija

The President of the Association of Serbs from the Region, Miodrag Linta, stated today that the so-called laws on foreigners and vehicles represent a continuation of the expulsion of the Serbian people from Kosovo and Metohija.

Linta: So-called laws on foreigners and vehicles are a continuation of the expulsion of the Serbian people from Kosovo and Metohija

TL;DR

  • So-called laws on foreigners and vehicles in Kosovo are viewed as a continuation of the expulsion of Serbs from the region.
  • These laws could directly endanger the basic human rights of over 10,000 Serbs living and working in Kosovo and Metohija.
  • Serbs without personal identification cards issued by the Pristina regime will be considered foreigners, requiring registration with Kosovo police.
  • The vehicle law prohibits driving with a license if the driver does not reside in the country where the vehicle is registered.
  • The implementation of the foreigner law could lead to over 10,000 Serbs becoming foreigners in their own homes, as their Serbian documents are not recognized.
  • Monks and priests registered in Serbia's system would also be considered foreigners.
  • The survival of the University of North Mitrovica, Serbian education, and healthcare systems are at risk, as many employees and students lack Pristina documents.
  • Employees and students residing in central Serbia, Montenegro, and Republika Srpska may be unable to work or study if they do not obtain Pristina documents and work permits.
  • The local Ministry of Internal Affairs will have discretionary power to grant or deny residency and work permits, potentially leading to job losses.
  • Serbia is called upon to actively dialogue with the international community to find practical solutions for the daily security and rights of the Serbian people.