Kosovo declares independence
Published: 17 February, 2008, 16:49
Serbia has promised to use all peaceful means within its power to restore its territorial integrity. Immediately in the wake of the declaration of independence by Kosovo, Prime Minister Kostunica condemned the move calling it a ‘false state’.
Serbian Foreign Minister, Vuk Jeremic, commenting on the situation.
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