The trial of former president Hashim Thaçi on charges of crimes against humanity and war crimes began in the Hague. A cooperation agreement was reached with Serbia to locate people missing since the conflict ending in 1999. State support for survivors of domestic violence was insufficient, forcing many back to abuse. Journalists and media faced increased hostility. A court suspended licences for hydropower plants in Deçan.
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