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MKSF NEWSLETTER April, 2018

MKSF Newsletter

April, 2018

Dear all,

It is my pleasure to address you through the 57 edition of the “MKSF Newsletter’’. Initially let me inform you that for me it

was very important the official meeting with Mr. John Manza, the deputy assistant of NATO Secretary General, for

operational issues as well as the discussion we had.

I also was honored to host the French Ambassador Mr. Didier Chabert, the Belgium Attache Mr. Yves Cuvelier and other

international personalities. I delivered letter of acknowledgement for NALT officers, Mr. Mark Theobald from the UK and

Mr. David Nixon from the United States of America upon the occasion of ending the service.

In the month of April we have invited all friends and partners in the 8th conference in a row ”KSF and Partners’’, during April

also took place the KSF and International competition “Best Soldier of 2018". Great results marked also the joint Exercise

KFOR-KSF "Silver Sabre 18".

General Rama visited the Kosovo Security Force teams, respectively the Search and Rescue teams which were engaged by

order for two weeks in search operations in Lepenc River, until the two disappeared members of Kosovo Police were found

after the car accident they had in the road Kaqanik–Hani i Elezit.

The Secretary General Shkëlzen Sylaj stayed for a visit in the Ministry of Armed Forces of UK and had a meeting with the

Minister of Armed Forces Mr. Mark Lancaster.

Also, on 4th of April was marked “The International Day of Mine Awareness’’, and we participated in the action organized

for “Earth Day”. Furthermore a series of certification ceremonies took place; e.g in Training and Doctrine Command was

conducted the Field Exercise,Skënderbeu-2018’’, then Mountain Search and Rescue Basic Course Cadets were certified,

,,Tactics in Small Units”, ,,Civil-Military Operations” training was completed, conducted by American instructors, NATO

Legal Structure and Partnerity seminar as well a s Cyber Security Workshop which was conducted by Iowa officers-USA,

Turkish Armed Forces Musical Band Concert etc.

Sincerlly,

Minister of KSF, Rrustem BERISHA


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Minister of KSF hosted Mr. John Manza, Dep/Assistant of General

Secretary to NATO related to operational affairs

Minister of KSF, Rrustem Berisha together with the KSF Commander, Lt. Gen. Rrahman Rama, accompanied by officials and

senior of the Ministry and the KSF hosted a senior delegation of NATO headed by Mr. John Manza, Dep/Minister of General

Secretary of NATO who was accompanied to the meeting, also by the Dep/Director of NALT, Mr. Mark Theobald.

Minister Berisha has highly appreciated so far cooperation with NATO and has thank for given contribution of NALT in MKSF

and the KSF as well good cooperation with KFOR. He mentioned good cooperation with neighboring countries particular

with those who have signed bilateral cooperation. On this occasion he spoke about success of non-majority community

integration in the KSF especially of the Serbian community.

Commander of KSF, Rrahman Rama on his speech informed the senior delegation from Brussels with the KSF activities;

cadets successes in different countries of the world; the KSF successes in the operational areas; training level with NATO

standard; the KSF participation to trainings and international field exercises; preparation for the April Conference “KSF and

Partners”; preparation for conducting of the FTX “Eagle -6”, where will be participating 12 partner countries of Kosovo. In

his speech, he mentioned that the KSF has made all preparation plans for the KSF transformation and awaits for political

decision. As a priority, the KSF Commander made a request that the KSF be a provider of security through Peace Support

Operations.

On his side, Mr. John Manza, Dep/Assistant of General Secretary to NATO expressed to be satisfied with the KSF

achievements, estimating that as a new Institution you have moved a lot forward. You have done everything in a proper

way. As a KSF, you are highly represented by your cadet`s performance to Military Academy abroad. You have done an

excellent work for integration of non-majority communities. Changes for the KSF transformation shall be done on

constitutional basis. Stay focused on achieving of long-term objectives.


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General Secretary, Mr. Shkëlzen Sylaj stayed for a visit in Ministry of

Armed Forces of United Kingdom

A delegation of Ministry for Kosovo Security Force

(MKSF) headed by the General Secretary, Mr.

Shkëlzen Sylaj upon invitation of Minister of Armed

Forces of the United Kindgom, Mr.Mark Lancaster

visited the UK and Northern Ireland. The General

Secretary of MKSF, Mr. Sylaj primarily met

Minister of Armed Forces, Mark Lancaster, then

Chief of Europian Policy, Mrs.Paula Hothersall as

well with Director of International Security Policies,

Mr.Nick Gurr.

The General Secretary, Shkëlzen Sylaj informed

Minister Lancaster with developments of the Kosovo

Security Forces and the security situation of

Republic of Kosovo. Also, in a meeting was

expressed the readiness by both parties for deepening

of cooperation among the MKSF and the MoD of

United Kingdom.

Two companies of Rapid Reaction Brigade completed training “Force

Generation”

Pristina, 04 April 2018. Company 3A of the third Battalion

and company 2A of the second Battalion of the RRB within

realization of annual plan completed training “Force

Generation”, which is conducted dated 09.01 up to

29.03.2018. This training is closed with field exercise “Wolf

2018’’.

Two exercises were a joint training activity among KSF,

Skenderaj Municipality ,Istog Municipality, Kosovo`s Police,

Emergencies Center, Local governmental and non-

governmental security agencies which operate in

Skenderaj and Istog Municipality.

Purpose of these exercises was growth of interoperability

of the KSF with other Institutions who operate in

responsibility areas of the second and third Battalion of

the RRB. Specialized Units of Search-Rescue and ChNBP of

Civil protection Regiment of the KSF.


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Marking of International Day of Awareness against Mines

Since 1999 in Kosovo are cleared 51,216, 184 square meters and disposal 88,895 mines and unexploded ordnance.

From mines and other unexploded ordnance lost lives 117 citizens and seriously injured were 463 persons.

The Kosovo Security Force together with international organizations for demining who operate in Kosovo marked

4th April – International Day of Awareness against Mines and other Unexploded Ordnance . Attended

International school of unexploded ordnance disposal (EOD) in Kosovo, MAT Kosovo, HALO Trust and NPA.

This day was marked in Peja, yesterday. Also, attended: BG. Nazmi Brahimaj – Director of Department of

Operations and Trainings of MKSF General Randy Powell – KFOR Chief of Staff, Col. Nick Ducich – KFOR

Commander on- East in Bondstell, Ahmet Sallova – Director of Demining Coordination Center in MKSF ,KFOR

representative and Kosovo Police and NGOs operating in Kosovo.

Despite clearing of many mined areas in Kosovo have remained 98 mine affected areas or cassette bombs ”.Mr.

Sallova continued his speech revealing some indicators of results: “Starting demining operation since 1999, are

cleared 51,216, 184 square meters and found and destroyed 88,895 mines and unexploded ordnance. Despite these

results we should not forget the fact that since the war and up to date, 117 have lost life persons due to mines and

other explosive ordnance and 463 persons suffered serious body injuries”.

At the end, is made presentation of demining equipment and overall achievements of the participating

organizations in Kosovo.


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Minister Rrustem Berisha hosted for an official meeting the

Ambassador of France Didier Chabert

Minister of Ministry for Kosovo Security Force, Mr. Rrustem Berisha hosted France's extraordinary and all-

powerful ambassador to Kosovo, Mr. Didier Chabert. Minister Berisha, on this occasion thanked Ambassador

Didier Chabert and through him State Secretary at Ministry of Armies of France, Mrs. Genevieve Darrieussecq for

reception paid to Minister Berisha during his official staying in France, month of February, this year. In the joint

meeting, Minister Berisha and France Ambassador confirmed willing of both parties for extension and deepening

of cooperation

between MKSF

and Ministry of

Defense of

France taking

commitment for

appointment of

Military attaché

in Kosovo as

well

participation of

France militaries

within NALT

(NATO

Advisory Liaison

team) in MKSF

and bilateral

commitment for

deepening of

cooperation in

the areas of joint

interest for both

Ministries and

states.

On his side

France

Ambassador in

Kosovo Didier

Chaver has thanked Minister Berisha for reception and confirmed readiness of the France and Ministry of Defense

for development and intensification of cooperation in the coming years, starting with officially visits of

delegations, identification of areas of cooperation with common interests for both countries.


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Cadets of the basic course on mountain search and rescue have been

certified

Course design was to inform cadets about mountain climbing, rope, mountain navigation and victim evacuation. During this

three-week course attendees learned on various manners for rope using types of making hitches as well rope anchoring.

Also, they learned about importance of maintenance care of equipment. This is especially mentioned during scenarios

where students were required for themselves and victims.

The first aid and care to the victims due to the cold weather and injuries. During training cadets have practiced many

scenarios with various techniques including immediate training and medic evacuation of victims.

The students’ performance in practical and theoretical part is assessed during the training. Training reaches peak of

development with a range of practical tests on written. A major numbers of the students were conducting this exercise for

the first time even at an extreme height. Trustiness and understanding on their equipment were quite important factors.

Director of Training Center during his speech said: "Overcoming personally fear and power of character plays an important

role in provided courses. Our instructors are excellent and able to make assessment of the students developing with various

speed. This was a good course and satisfied with results. Part of success to this training are qualified candidates to be a part

of mountain search and rescue events. After some time of gaining of great experience they will be invited to be a part of

the second level course”.

Training Certification on ,,Tactics with Small Units” Tuesday, 10th April 2018.At barrack ,, NATO soldiers ''of the Rapid reaction Brigade in Istog, yesterday is held certification

ceremony of the 28 KSF members after completion of the training ,,Tactics with Small Units” - 01-2018', first generation

for the 2018.

Training, ,,Tactics with Small Units” has started on 12th of March 2018 up to 6th April 2018. This is the first generation for

the year 2018 and the 14th on line. These are projected and implemented by instructors of the Rapid Reaction Brigade.

Certificate and gratitude were awarded to the successfully candidates.


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The field exercise ,,Skënderbeu-2018’’ is being conducted at

Doctrine and Training Command

Friday, 13th April 2018.At the KSF

Doctrine and Training Command in

Ferizaj is conducting field exercise

“Skënderbeu-2018”. In this exercise

have participated 433 members from

all the KSF Units.

Part of this exercise were members

who have completed various courses

at the TRADOC as a part of planning,

surveillance, control and assessment

of the FTX.

The courses conducted in the three

first semester are: Commanding Staff

Procedure (CSP); Advanced leader

Course (ALC);Warrior Leader Course

(WLC); Basic NCO Course (BNCOC);

Logistic Course(LC); Engineering

Course (EC); First Responder Course:

Maintenance-Transport Course (MT);

Communication Course (CC). The course series ended up with field exercise projected by the TRADOC with a coded name

,,Skënderbeu 2018” .

In training and doctrine Command was held the certification

ceremony for the semestral exercise of the first generation 2018

Friday, 13th April 2018. At barrack ,,Skënderbeu”of Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) of the Kosovo Security

Force in Ferizaj is conducted the semestral exercise ceremony of the first generation 2018.

Attended; Dep/Minister of the Kosovo Security Force, Mr. Burim Ramadani, Commander of Land Force Command (LFC) BG.

Enver Cikaqi, Commander of Training and Doctrine, BG. Irfete Spahiu, Commander of Rapid Reaction Brigade (RRB) , BG.

Fadil Hadergjonaj, Commander of Operation Support Brigade (OSB) , BG. Naim Haziri, Commander of Turkish Contingent,

Dep/Commander of Bondsteell as well the KSF Commanders of Unit, Officers and NCO of the KSF and Advisory Liaison Team

of NATO to MKSF/KSF (NALT).

There are conducted courses during these period: Commanding Staff Procedure, Advanced Leader Course, Warrior Leader

Course, Basic NCO Course ,Logistic Course , First Responder Course, Communication Course and at the end , Maintenance

and Transport Course. All these courses were an integrated part of the FTX ,,Skënderbeu 2018”. Without no doubt, we

highly appreciate the work of instructors and attendees at all stages ’’.

Certification and gratitude are awarded, at the end, to the distinguished attendees and instructors who successfully

completed the training and final exercise at TRADOC.


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“Civil - Military Operations” training was completed which was conducted by

U.S Instructors

Friday, 13th April 2018. At Land Force Command barrack ,,Adem Jashari “ is conducted the completion ceremony of training

,,Civil – Military Operation” provided by Instructors of Civil-Military Support Office at the U.S.

Attended: Commander of Land Force Command (LFC) BG. Enver Cikaqi, Commander of OSB , BG. Naim Haziri, Commander

of Crisis Response Liaison Unit ( CRLU) LTC. Milaim Musliu, Head Office of Civil-Military Support Office ,a t U.S Embassy,

Capt. Justin Bauer.

Commander of Land Force Command, General Cikaqi on his word said : It`s my pleasure to be here today with you, seeing

the importance of this training having within mandate of the KSF current mission and future. Thus, we paid a special

attention to this area, I thank the U.S Embassy for the constantly support and instructors to make happening successfully

this training.

The Head of the Civilian-Military Support Office at the US Embassy, Captain Bauer during his speech on the occasion said:

"For two weeks we have conducted the training “Civil – Military Operations "in which we tried to give instructions for civil-

military affairs and the skills that a key leader must possess in such operations. This training was conducted in theory and

practice by visiting central and local institutions in order to acquire skills to be able to assess civilian military aspects and

you will be an example of your institution and government with your work ' '.

At the end of the ceremony, certificates were awarded to instructors and trainers from the US Embassy. On this occasion,

General Cikaqi also shared gratitude for their continued work and support for the KSF.


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The meeting among senior level of MKSF and Advisory Liaison team of

NATO was held

At Ministry for the Kosovo security Force (MKSF) under leading of the KSF Commander, LTG. Rrahman Rama,

today, is held the second official meeting between leadership of the KSF and the NATO Advisory Liaison Team

for Ministry and the KSF.

The KSF Commander, LTG. Rrahman Rama primarily mentioned importance of this meeting among the KSF

leaders and NALT as an organization and mechanism who closely work together as well by a constantly

coordination for the good of the KSF development, as well importance of this cooperation with NALT and

intensification of the cooperation with KFOR.

The NALT Director, General Hoffmann, on his word was interested to know about the current position of the KSF

, activities and plans for the future.

Whereas, Dep/Commander of KFOR, General Csombock is focused in international successful interoperability

among the KFOR and the KSF especially in joint field exercise.

This is the second meeting among the leaders of the KSF and NALT with intention provision of information,

coordination and harmonization of the joint activities.


10

The cyber security workshop was held, conducted by IOWA`s Officers –U.S

In the KSF barracks "Adem Jashari", from 16-20.04.2018, was held the sixth cyber security workshop, conducted by the

officers of the Iowa National Guard of the United States of America. The workshop was attended by 17 officers and non-

commissioned officers from the Ministry for the Kosovo Security Force (MKSF) and the Kosovo Security Force (KSF).

Attended: Land Force Commander, BG. Enver Cikaqi, LTC. Lawrence Yazzie, Major William McElvain from IOWA`s National

Guard and chief Department of G6 of the LFC, LTC. Gyrner Murati, which at opening of this activity briefly explained events

conducted throughout cyber defense protection.

The LFC Commander, BG. Enver Cikaqi, on behalf of the KSF Commander, LTG. Rrahman Rama, thanked the attendees and

especially Officers an d NCOs from IOWA`s for cooperation and assistance giving on upgrading and professionalization of

the KSF members as well unsaved support to IOWA`s National Guard and personally thanked General Timothy Orr, saying:

“We are grateful for their work done, for provision of your experience to our members by exchanging knowledge in the

cyber protection.

LTC. Yazzie promised to further continue implementation of specific projects dealt with this field, “we will go on with

realization of such a visits and workshops as joint planning for upgrading of the capabilities and their more efficient use of

them”.


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Senior Course Officers of Republic of Albania

visited the KSF

At Ministry for Kosovo Security Force and Land Force Command , today , stayed for a working visit , based upon

curriculum and plan of activities for “Senior Course Officer“ (SCO) the course attendees of the Defense Academy

of Republic of Albania.

Delegation primarily visited Land Force Command (LFC) where they were received by its Commander, BG. Enver

Cikaqi, who welcomed them and informed on overall achievements of the Land Force Command.

Whereas, at Ministry for Kosovo Security Force (MKSF) they were hosted by MKSF Senior Officers , Department

for Transformation, Standardization and Modernization.

Members of Course of Command and General Staff of Republic of Albania visited

the KSF

Commander of Land Force Command (LFC) of the Kosovo Security Force (LFC) , BG.Enver Cikaqi hosted in a meeting staff of

Department of Security and History of Armed Force Academy (AF) , attendees of Course of Command and General Staff of

Republic of Albania (RA).

Whereas, Commander of Courses at Defense Academy of Republic of Albania, LTC. Halit Kuçana, has thanked General Cikaqi

for the fraternal reception, further mentioning: ,,Officers from Kosovo , since from the first days are accommodated well at

Academy`s environment, and I want to say that we have learned a lot form experiences of them , we had a destiny to know

your pace form KLA, KPC and now , the KSF hoping to be soon become Armed Forces and we shall be ready to grow this

cooperation in exchanging of experiences’’.


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THE KSF TOOK PART IN “EARTH DAY” ACTION

The Kosovo Security Force (KSF), with personnel and equipment, on the occasion of marking "Earth Day" supported the

voluntary action "To Clean up Kosovo", an action organized by the Ministry of Environment and Spatial Planning of Kosovo.

To support the action was the Deputy Commander of the Land Forces Command (LFC), Brigadier General Xhevahir Geci, as

well as members of the KSF, together with civil society organizations and civil servants, members of the Kosovo Police,

representatives of the Advisory Team and NATO Liaison for MKSF / KSF (NALT), students and citizens were engaged

throughout the day in cleaning and planting of ornamental trees and flowers in the Municipality of Kastriot.

In this activity, based on the action plan of the Department for Civic-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) and in coordination of

activities with the Ministry of Environment and Spatial Planning, heads of Municipal Assemblies and governmental and non-

governmental organizations, pupils, students and citizens of good will, on April 22-23, 2018, have carried out the action

throughout Kosovo named "Let's Clean Up Kosovo".

The KSF has supported the activity in the cities: Suharekë, Rahovec, Hoqe e Madhe, in the village of Plemetin / Kastriot

municipality.

Turkish Armed Forces Orchestra held a concert at,,Adem Jashari’’ barrack

At barrack ,,Adem Jashari’’ in Pristina is held the second concert of the Orchester ,,Stars of Turkish Harmony ” of the

Turkey Armed Forces organized by headship of Turkish Council in Kosovo.

At the beginning is presented the program of the Orchestra ,,Stars of Turkish Harmony” who revealed an artistic-cultural

program with a selected music by its repertoire where among of those songs were Albanian songs such as ,,Oj Kosovë oj

nëna ime “ ,,Kënga e Poçarit” and a lot of other beautiful Albanian songs which created atmosphere at amphitheater hall.

At the end of program , Commander of the LFC , BG. Enver Cikaqi thanked the Turkish Army for cooperation as well of both

orchestras , the KSF and Turkish one.

From Turkish Orchestra for Commander of Land Force Command, BG.Enver Cikaqi is given a symbolic gift for cooperation

and possibility to have a concert.

In the musical activity of Turkish Military Orchestra took part soldiers, NCOs and officers of the KSF who for one hour were

entertained with music sounds of Turkish artists and militaries.


13

Minister of MKSF and Commander of the KSF honored with gratitude

NATO Advisors, Mark Theobald and David Nixon

Minister of Ministry for Kosovo Security Force (MKSF), Rrustem Berisha organized farewell ceremony for ending of

assignment of Dep/Director NATO

Liaison Advisory Team (NALT), Mark

Theobald and, Chief of Military

Advisors David Nixon from the U.S

Minister of MKSF thanked

Dep/Director, Mark Theobald and

Col. David Nixon for the excellent

work and cooperation during their

candate in MKSF and awarded

cooperation gratitude for both

advisors. “I was lucky to work all

time with them, and since the time I

took over my duty, I was having an

excellent cooperation and for sure

we will be missing you. Any time of

being in Kosovo keep it on mind

that you will be welcomed and

received with delight because your

work and engagement is the KSF

successes in generally”.


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IN THE KSF MINISTRY IS HELD THE EIGHT CONFERENCE

,,KSF AND PARTNERS’’ In the Ministry for the Kosovo Security Force, today, has started the two- days "KSF and Partners" conference in which are

attending ambassadors and military attaches of partner countries.

The Prime Minister of the Republic of Kosovo Ramush Haradinaj expressed gratitude to international friends: "We owe you

to be a partner with you because you helped us in critical times to be here where we are today. The Prime Minister Ramush

Haradinajs said so, at the opening of the 8th Conference, organized by the Ministry for the Kosovo Security Force, with the

topic "KSF and Partners".

The Prime Minister on this occasion said; "The Kosovo Security Force reflects the truth of Kosovo and this is true for us,

every citizen of this country, to feel at home, whether Albanian, Serb, Turkish, Roma, Ashkali, Egyptian, Bosnian ''.

"Today, we are, at an institution that is home for everybody. Our aspiration is to join the North Atlantic Alliance family and

contribute to peace, "Prime Minister Haradinaj said, stressing that the transition of the Security Force and its constitutional

mandate will not change the foundation of our state and the vision and mission of our society.

On his side Minister of KSF, Rrustem Berisha on his opening remark, of the Conference proceeding primarily thanked all

partners for all the KSF partners, constantly contribution and support towards achieving of objective for the Ministry for

Kosovo Security Force.Minister in order to support the needs of the KSF and coordinating joint efforts on the journey of the

Republic of Kosovo towards Euro-Atlantic integrations.

Commander of Kosovo Security Force, Lieutenant General Rrahman Rama said: "Without your support, Kosovo Security

Force would not be here where it is today. In our organization we cultivate three principles, that of leadership, relationship,

and friendship. "

During the first session of the conference spoke KFOR Commander Major General Salvatore Cuoci, Director of NALT,

Brigadier General Ralf Hoffmann, Ambassador of the United States of America, UK, Germany, Turkey and Croatia.

The conference was attended by Albania, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Czech Republic, France, Hungary, Italy, Macedonia,

Montenegro, Turkey, United Kingdom, USA, representatives from the Presidency, NATO Liaison Advisory Team, KFOR,

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Kosovo Police and Agency for Emergency Management.


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Minister Rrustem Berisha hosted the Attaché of Belgium,Yves Cuvelier

Monday, 30th April 2018. Minister for the Kosovo Security Force ministry (MKSF) Rrustem Berisha received today at the

official meeting the Belgian Defense Attaché, Colonel Yves Cuvelier, in MKSF.

Minister Berisha and Defense Attaché Cubelier from Belgium discussed about the possibilities of bilateral cooperation in the

field of security between MKSF / KSF and Belgian counterpart authorities and its enlargement in other areas of interest to

the two countries.

Minister Berisha informed Attaché ,Yves Cuvelier with the overall developments of the KSF, the successes during trainings

and various operations inside and outside the country, including the integration of community members into the KSF. He

also mentioned international co-operation with NATO, KFOR, NALT, the Iowa National Guard and thanked the state of

Belgium for continued support in the journey of our country.

"Soldier of 2018" of the KSF competition and international competition was

announced

Friday, 27 April 2018. At the "Adem Jashari" barracks of the Land Forces Command of the Kosovo Security

Force, today solemnly, were announced the results of the International Competition and the Races of the KSF "The

Best Soldier of 2018" .Attended Rrustem Berisha, Dep/Minsiter, Agim Çeku, The KSF Commander , LTG.

Rrahman Rama, the KSF senior officers, KFOR and Officers, Attaches , partner countries of the KSF.

The best results of the KSF race and the first prize "Soldier of 2018" was won by Lorik Ramaj, a member of the

Rapid Reaction Brigade, while the best results and the first prize of the international competition won, OR - 6

Vladimir Haxhiaj, members of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Albania.

In this case,the KSF Comamnder , LTG. Rrahman Rama said taht this race already has bevome an international

one and purpose of it , is promotion of the racing spirit of militaries a dn growth motivation of them as well

expressed admiration that at this race took part militaries from eight countries , altogether 17 racers.

At the end are announced both races scores thus "The best soldier of 2018", at a KSF level is won by the corporal

Lorik Ramaj,the second place by corporal Berat Babaj,both of them members of Rapid Reaction Brigade a, and

teh third place is taken by private, Egzon Jashari, member of the Operational Support Brigade.

Whereas , winners of the international race "Best soldier of 2018" got : the first place was taken by military from

Albania , OR-6 Vladimir Haxhijaj,the second place belong to Corporal Joery Hinssen, and the third place is taken

by private Aaron Braun from Canada Armed Forces.

The best soldier race hold at the KSF level since 2014, is conducted from 23rd April up to 27 th April 2018, where

soldiers and NCOs from all the KSF Units and partner countries participated together and showed commitment

and professionalism while executing all projected duties.

22 competitors from ten KSF were taking part in that race for the best soldier as well 17 international competitors

from: Albania, Belgium, Canada, Croatia, Hungary, Macedonia, United Kingdom and U.S.


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JOINT EXERCISE "SILVER SABRE 18"COMPLETED TRAINING

OPERATIONS

Friday, 27th April 2018. The Kosovo Security Force (KSF), KFOR and Emergency Management Agency ,Kosovo Police , today,

after demonstrating final activities successfully completed the FTX "Silver Sabre 18", at Regiment of Civil Protection (CPR)

of Operational Support Brigade of the KSF " Young Europeans" in Pomozotin.

Attended at Visitor Day; Minister of KSF, Rrustem Berisha, the KSF Commander, LTG. Rrahman Rama, KFOR Commander,

Major General, Salvatore Cuoci, UK Ambassador of United Kingdom, Director of National Securitz Council ,Emergency

Management Agency as well senior generals and Officers of the KSF , KFOR-it, EULEX and Kosovo Police.

"The other purpose of the exercise is to demonstrate Kosovo security organizations, at large-scale are steadily improving

their capabilities and making efforts to improve tactics, techniques and common procedures for effective work together

and in fulfilling their respective roles ".

All attendees had the opportunity to closely monitor the operations executed successfully by the security and emergency

institutions and agencies in Kosovo.

Joint Field Exercise "Silver Sword 2018 is an exercise based on the National Reaction Plan, which tests the first, second and

third response interventional capabilities.

The "Silver Sword 2018" exercise is a good indicator of the cooperation of the KSF with other institutions and agencies in

Kosovo.


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KSF members in the international semi-marathon in athletics

Monday, 30 April 2018.On Sunday, in Pristina dated 29.04.2018 is held International Half-Marathon with participation of

athletes from our country and many other countries of the world.

60 members of the Kosovo Security Force also participated to this race where 44 out of them ran in path of 21 km, whereas

16 others with military uniform ran for 5 km.All the KSF members have passed successfully the path , in which case are

equipped with certificate and medals from the organizer.

Also, during the half-marathon, a KSF team of medics was present there, at all times in order to be ready to provide

assistance to the athletes in need.

GENERAL RAMA VISITED THE KSF TEAMS ENGAGED IN SAR OPERATION IN

LEPENC RIVER

Monday, 30 the April 2018. Commander of the Kosovo Security Force (KSF), LTG. Rrahman Rama visited at the scene place

the KSF members of SAR Unit in water and mountain who are conducting an operation for searching for two members of

Kosovo Police after having accident ), throughout flow of the Lepenc river in the Kaçanik-Hani i Elezit way.

On this occasion, General Rama has supported and encouraged our specialists, who with self-sacrifice and professionalism

are performing the task, in exceptional circumstances, together with other teams involved in the operation by various

institutions and agencies specialized in the field search in water.

With the decision of Minister Rrustem Berisha and with the order of the Commander of the Kosovo Security Force (KSF), Lt.

Gen. Rrahman Rama, Water and Mountain Search and Rescue Unit, continues to be engaged, for the third day in a row (two

Kosovo Police officers) in the Lepenc River in the highway Pristina - Skopje (Kaçanik - Hani i Elezit), exactly in the territory of

the municipality of Hani i Elezit.

So far, divers of the KSF have checked throughout five kilometers of river flow as well in the entire slope of the mountain –

accident place in its entire surface. The search is going on together with others Institutional actors of the country.

The Kosovo Security Force respectively SAR Unit of Civil protection Regiment is engaged in operation at scene incident on

29th April 2018, at about 01:00, with 11 members equipped with special equipment and two vehicles. The first operation

is stopped overnight by Incident Command staring tomorrow from 09:00 hrs.

On resuming the operation, yesterday, the KSF has engaged 14 members, whereas today on the third day, 16 members of

the Kosovo Security Force are engaged.

The Kosovo Security Force is committed to continuing its engagement in the search operation with its professional

capabilities and that our members are showing professionalism and selflessness in the performance of their duties.

The Kosovo Security Force is committed that with its professional capabilities continue its engagement in SAR operation

thus showing professionalism and self-denial while conducting their duty.

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