Ex-UN official says partition is realistic solution

Why should Serbians give up any piece of their sovereign land to accommodate Albanians? Let’s not forget the dirty underhanded manner in which this whole ‘kosova/ë’ independence project came about. Nato’s goal all along was to attack Yugoslavia. It set ultimatums at Rambouillet, which no country would accept – widespread occupation and de-facto independence for Kosovo. When Belgrade naturally declined, Nato started bombing indiscriminately using the ‘Racak massacre’ hoax as their justification. The West openly sided with the KLA terrorists, and at the very least, turned a blind eye to all their ethnic cleansing atrocities. They continue to support and protect gangsters such as Thaci, and refuse to allow an independent impartial investigation into KLA organ harvesting crimes. The majority of UN states however, have taken note of all of this, and as a result, do not wish to recognise the creation of a second Albanian state on Serbian soil, in any shape or form. A lasting settlement will only come about when the West acknowledges the mistakes of the past and allows genuine status negotiations to take place, based on respect for Serbia’s territorial integrity.

Its time for Serbia to put in another gear and show that Serbia will not back down to this spectacle caused by a gangster regime.

Serbia has most of the world behind her, both in the UN and counted countries.
It is very important NOT to make the first blood.
Maybe it would be a good idea to send a battalion of SAJ (Specijalna Antiteroristička Jedinica) to be ready outside the boundary at Podujevo, Jarinje and Brnjak. (I do believe this is the case already.)

Remember, NO ONE could comlain about this move since resolution 1244 which is in full force according to UNSC states very clearly that "Allow for the return of an agreed number of Yugoslav and Serbian personnel to maintain a presence at Serbian Patrimonial sites and key border crossings". Crystal clear.

Also, in the upcoming UN meeting about Kosovo in late August, Serbia should cordinate with all non recognizing states to get UN peace keepers back in Kosovo (To my knowledge this is already considered.)

To the Serbs up in north of Kosovo; Be ready on very short notice to activate full scale of roadblocks again. In the meantime until decided what will happen, there should be build dozens of more roadblocks to be ready in case of trouble.

Remember, and this is very important; evn if some countries see Kosova as a state, Kosovo is NOT a state according to the organ which decides, ie United Nations Scurity Council. Neither according to Nato Kosovo is a state. Neither the EU. Neither the OSCE. Neither according to the vast majority to the world countries, among them very big and powerful, Russia, China, India etc. Shall I continue? No I think I have made the point. Serbia, contine your effort and struggling. Kosovo is sinking and have never, at least since 1999, been this far from becoming a state. To be a EU member? Ask Ashton what EU says about Kosovo now ! ;-)

Western Hypocrisy again.

First carving upp Yugoslavia and all Etnositys exept for the Serbs should have their Political Freedom and indipendense.

When the Serbians has suggesting Partitions for example in Bosnia,
the western answer was no.

Now partition is to late,
it will be either side takin all.

The Policy of the Western Usefull Idiots are Doubble and will never achieve anything but disaster.

Arn.Sweden.

Partition is the only answer. Nobody wins, nobody loses. Potentially a sustainable solution so we can all get on with our lives. Thaci is playing a stupid game. As his provocations continue it only makes it clearer that Serbs cannot live under Pristina's rule. Every border has been changed, why not Kosovo? Some stupid pride or facesaving or something. Grow up, people are suffering.

Unfortunatley, I tend to agree with him as it looks to be the only viable solution that would be a suitable compromise to all sides.

Partition could come in the following form:

1) Pec & Decani ceded to CG.

2) The enclaves of Strpce, Gracanica and North of the Ibar revert to direct Belgrade control.

3) Albania receives Prizren, Pristina and the rest. Plebiscite in Dragas to be offered to citizens on whether they wish to remain part of Serbia or join Albania.

4) Belgrade and Tirana come to an agreement regarding the holy sites with both countries acting as a guarantor. UN/EU oversee agreements and any disputes that might arise.

5) Minorities who end up in neigbouring countries as a result of the border changes are guaranteed full civil rights with religious freedoms and minority protection status, e.g. Albanians in Serbia and CG, Serbs in Albania to be monitored by both countries and by EU.

6) Free trade agreement between Serbia, CG and Albania which sees freedom of movement of both goods and people. Albanian produce and companies receive access to Serbian markets and vice versa.

It's a start but it's alot better than the situation we have at present which quite frankly is unfeasable. Feel free to add meat to the bones.

Partition is a viable solution. The best would even be to split Kosovo between Serbia and Albania, it's obvious that Kosovo failed to become an independent state thanks to unreasonable politicians, corruption and lack of economy (besides black economy/drug business).

Northern Kosovo should officially become an autonomous part of Kosovo. The parallel structures in the north can be converted into autonomous institutions from Pristina. Northern Kosovo should have more than autonomy but less than independence, this way the north can be self governing and the people will have many rights. Also this way Kosovo won't be partitioned on ethnic lines. No-one wants to see the country divided.

I am in total agreement with you Niall. Mutually hostile parties must be seperated for their own good. The hypocracy of the K-Alb leadership is pitiful. Changing borders would provoke further bloodshed and instability they scream. Well if tearing off a chunk of Serbia's sovereign territory wasn't a change of borders I don't know what was. The Serb religious sites and all those areas where they remain a majority must revert to direct Belgrade control. The rest would unfortunately come under the control of Albania. And not Pristina, which is a shambles, but Tirana. Furthermore, the yanks should dismantle their sprawling spy centre at Bondsteel and go home. Otherwise, there'll never be a lasting peace.

I think that to balance situation in the region Kosovo North must be given under direct Serbian control as well as Serbian historical/religious sites in Kosovo PLUS Serbian Republic in Bosnia must be given rights for referendum over its status.

The West was for partition of Yugoslavia and Serbia, but it was/is against partition of Croatia, Bosnia and Kosovo province which they consider state.

Your conclusion?

(Arn.Sweden., 5 August 2011 14:20)

You talk about Western Hypocrisy regarding partition yet the West are very strongly against the partition of Kosovo, just like the West was against the partition of Bosnia. Gerard Gallucci does not represent the West. So get your facts right.

The funny thing is that serbian officials, Dacic, that suggested partition ,said:I agree about the partition,but Serbia will not recognise Kosovo as independent??!!!
So get the North and still no recognision?Why albanians should be OK with this stupit deal?
The exchange territory is the best solution, Serbia gets the North Motrovica,Kosova gets Preshevo Valley and Serbia recognises Kosovo as indepenent.
Unfortunately all serbian officials while are talking about partition or exchenge territorries they add the word that Serbia will not recognise Kosovo even after the partition or exchange.
Isn't this funny and imature?

Also, in the upcoming UN meeting about Kosovo in late August, Serbia should cordinate with all non recognizing states to get UN peace keepers back in Kosovo (To my knowledge this is already considered.)
Staff,
I have never seen a better indicator that NO ONE is seriously considering a move. With your prediction rate based on your "sources" I think you have established a pattern people can actually bet and win on.
Remember this famous one:
." Also, I know from sources inside the top EU that they know that 5 countries will withdraw their recognitions right away and another 15 in a month or two. Thats a fact, wait and see.
(Staff, 29 May 2010 17:31)"
Still waiting!!

Remember, and this is very important; evn if some countries see Kosova as a state, Kosovo is NOT a state according to the organ which decides, ie United Nations Scurity Council. Neither according to Nato Kosovo is a state. Neither the EU. Neither the OSCE. Neither according to the vast majority to the world countries, among them very big and powerful, Russia, China, India etc. Shall I continue? No I think I have made the point. Serbia, contine your effort and struggling. Kosovo is sinking and have never, at least since 1999, been this far from becoming a state. To be a EU member? Ask Ashton what EU says about Kosovo now ! ;-)
(Staff, 5 August 2011 14:47)

Ask ICJ .....

Well I doubt that there is suffering in the north, I think the best solution is, if the hole Balkan gets dividet in ethnic states! Or we won't be able to restore peace, in Greece are Albanians in Macedonia in Kosovo in Albania in Serbia and in monte Negro... Serbs are in monte Negro, in Bosnia in Croatia and in Macedonia. Bulgarians are in Greece and Macedonia. Romanians are in Bulgaria and other parts... I think it's a bad solution for all the dreamers that hope to get more on historical claims but it's the best scenario that would happend..

OK Kosovo get partitioned. So you geniuses are going to just ask ordinary people who belong in the wrong group just to pack and leave.

What you have achieved is nothing because the fool advising you doesn't really care, he/she is after the paycheck.

Kosovo is NOT a state according to the organ which decides, ie United Nations Scurity Council.
(Staff, 5 August 2011 14:47)

good lord... the only thing the united nations can decide is who can join it, it is an organization of willing states nothing more. it is utter ignorance and smacks of desperation to have said what you have.

Northern Kosovo should officially become an autonomous part of Kosovo. The parallel structures in the north can be converted into autonomous institutions from Pristina. Northern Kosovo should have more than autonomy but less than independence, this way the north can be self governing and the people will have many rights. Also this way Kosovo won't be partitioned on ethnic lines. No-one wants to see the country divided.

Unfortunatley, I tend to agree with him as it looks to be the only viable solution that would be a suitable compromise to all sides.

Partition could come in the following form:

1) Pec & Decani ceded to CG.

2) The enclaves of Strpce, Gracanica and North of the Ibar revert to direct Belgrade control.

3) Albania receives Prizren, Pristina and the rest. Plebiscite in Dragas to be offered to citizens on whether they wish to remain part of Serbia or join Albania.

4) Belgrade and Tirana come to an agreement regarding the holy sites with both countries acting as a guarantor. UN/EU oversee agreements and any disputes that might arise.

5) Minorities who end up in neigbouring countries as a result of the border changes are guaranteed full civil rights with religious freedoms and minority protection status, e.g. Albanians in Serbia and CG, Serbs in Albania to be monitored by both countries and by EU.

6) Free trade agreement between Serbia, CG and Albania which sees freedom of movement of both goods and people. Albanian produce and companies receive access to Serbian markets and vice versa.

It's a start but it's alot better than the situation we have at present which quite frankly is unfeasable. Feel free to add meat to the bones.

(Arn.Sweden., 5 August 2011 14:20)

You talk about Western Hypocrisy regarding partition yet the West are very strongly against the partition of Kosovo, just like the West was against the partition of Bosnia. Gerard Gallucci does not represent the West. So get your facts right.

Partition is a viable solution. The best would even be to split Kosovo between Serbia and Albania, it's obvious that Kosovo failed to become an independent state thanks to unreasonable politicians, corruption and lack of economy (besides black economy/drug business).

Partition is the only answer. Nobody wins, nobody loses. Potentially a sustainable solution so we can all get on with our lives. Thaci is playing a stupid game. As his provocations continue it only makes it clearer that Serbs cannot live under Pristina's rule. Every border has been changed, why not Kosovo? Some stupid pride or facesaving or something. Grow up, people are suffering.

Well I doubt that there is suffering in the north, I think the best solution is, if the hole Balkan gets dividet in ethnic states! Or we won't be able to restore peace, in Greece are Albanians in Macedonia in Kosovo in Albania in Serbia and in monte Negro... Serbs are in monte Negro, in Bosnia in Croatia and in Macedonia. Bulgarians are in Greece and Macedonia. Romanians are in Bulgaria and other parts... I think it's a bad solution for all the dreamers that hope to get more on historical claims but it's the best scenario that would happend..

Remember, and this is very important; evn if some countries see Kosova as a state, Kosovo is NOT a state according to the organ which decides, ie United Nations Scurity Council. Neither according to Nato Kosovo is a state. Neither the EU. Neither the OSCE. Neither according to the vast majority to the world countries, among them very big and powerful, Russia, China, India etc. Shall I continue? No I think I have made the point. Serbia, contine your effort and struggling. Kosovo is sinking and have never, at least since 1999, been this far from becoming a state. To be a EU member? Ask Ashton what EU says about Kosovo now ! ;-)
(Staff, 5 August 2011 14:47)

Ask ICJ .....

The funny thing is that serbian officials, Dacic, that suggested partition ,said:I agree about the partition,but Serbia will not recognise Kosovo as independent??!!!
So get the North and still no recognision?Why albanians should be OK with this stupit deal?
The exchange territory is the best solution, Serbia gets the North Motrovica,Kosova gets Preshevo Valley and Serbia recognises Kosovo as indepenent.
Unfortunately all serbian officials while are talking about partition or exchenge territorries they add the word that Serbia will not recognise Kosovo even after the partition or exchange.
Isn't this funny and imature?

Why should Serbians give up any piece of their sovereign land to accommodate Albanians? Let’s not forget the dirty underhanded manner in which this whole ‘kosova/ë’ independence project came about. Nato’s goal all along was to attack Yugoslavia. It set ultimatums at Rambouillet, which no country would accept – widespread occupation and de-facto independence for Kosovo. When Belgrade naturally declined, Nato started bombing indiscriminately using the ‘Racak massacre’ hoax as their justification. The West openly sided with the KLA terrorists, and at the very least, turned a blind eye to all their ethnic cleansing atrocities. They continue to support and protect gangsters such as Thaci, and refuse to allow an independent impartial investigation into KLA organ harvesting crimes. The majority of UN states however, have taken note of all of this, and as a result, do not wish to recognise the creation of a second Albanian state on Serbian soil, in any shape or form. A lasting settlement will only come about when the West acknowledges the mistakes of the past and allows genuine status negotiations to take place, based on respect for Serbia’s territorial integrity.

Also, in the upcoming UN meeting about Kosovo in late August, Serbia should cordinate with all non recognizing states to get UN peace keepers back in Kosovo (To my knowledge this is already considered.)
Staff,
I have never seen a better indicator that NO ONE is seriously considering a move. With your prediction rate based on your "sources" I think you have established a pattern people can actually bet and win on.
Remember this famous one:
." Also, I know from sources inside the top EU that they know that 5 countries will withdraw their recognitions right away and another 15 in a month or two. Thats a fact, wait and see.
(Staff, 29 May 2010 17:31)"
Still waiting!!

OK Kosovo get partitioned. So you geniuses are going to just ask ordinary people who belong in the wrong group just to pack and leave.

What you have achieved is nothing because the fool advising you doesn't really care, he/she is after the paycheck.

Western Hypocrisy again.

First carving upp Yugoslavia and all Etnositys exept for the Serbs should have their Political Freedom and indipendense.

When the Serbians has suggesting Partitions for example in Bosnia,
the western answer was no.

Now partition is to late,
it will be either side takin all.

The Policy of the Western Usefull Idiots are Doubble and will never achieve anything but disaster.

Arn.Sweden.

The West was for partition of Yugoslavia and Serbia, but it was/is against partition of Croatia, Bosnia and Kosovo province which they consider state.

Your conclusion?

Kosovo is NOT a state according to the organ which decides, ie United Nations Scurity Council.
(Staff, 5 August 2011 14:47)

good lord... the only thing the united nations can decide is who can join it, it is an organization of willing states nothing more. it is utter ignorance and smacks of desperation to have said what you have.

Its time for Serbia to put in another gear and show that Serbia will not back down to this spectacle caused by a gangster regime.

Serbia has most of the world behind her, both in the UN and counted countries.
It is very important NOT to make the first blood.
Maybe it would be a good idea to send a battalion of SAJ (Specijalna Antiteroristička Jedinica) to be ready outside the boundary at Podujevo, Jarinje and Brnjak. (I do believe this is the case already.)

Remember, NO ONE could comlain about this move since resolution 1244 which is in full force according to UNSC states very clearly that "Allow for the return of an agreed number of Yugoslav and Serbian personnel to maintain a presence at Serbian Patrimonial sites and key border crossings". Crystal clear.

Also, in the upcoming UN meeting about Kosovo in late August, Serbia should cordinate with all non recognizing states to get UN peace keepers back in Kosovo (To my knowledge this is already considered.)

To the Serbs up in north of Kosovo; Be ready on very short notice to activate full scale of roadblocks again. In the meantime until decided what will happen, there should be build dozens of more roadblocks to be ready in case of trouble.

Remember, and this is very important; evn if some countries see Kosova as a state, Kosovo is NOT a state according to the organ which decides, ie United Nations Scurity Council. Neither according to Nato Kosovo is a state. Neither the EU. Neither the OSCE. Neither according to the vast majority to the world countries, among them very big and powerful, Russia, China, India etc. Shall I continue? No I think I have made the point. Serbia, contine your effort and struggling. Kosovo is sinking and have never, at least since 1999, been this far from becoming a state. To be a EU member? Ask Ashton what EU says about Kosovo now ! ;-)

I think that to balance situation in the region Kosovo North must be given under direct Serbian control as well as Serbian historical/religious sites in Kosovo PLUS Serbian Republic in Bosnia must be given rights for referendum over its status.

I am in total agreement with you Niall. Mutually hostile parties must be seperated for their own good. The hypocracy of the K-Alb leadership is pitiful. Changing borders would provoke further bloodshed and instability they scream. Well if tearing off a chunk of Serbia's sovereign territory wasn't a change of borders I don't know what was. The Serb religious sites and all those areas where they remain a majority must revert to direct Belgrade control. The rest would unfortunately come under the control of Albania. And not Pristina, which is a shambles, but Tirana. Furthermore, the yanks should dismantle their sprawling spy centre at Bondsteel and go home. Otherwise, there'll never be a lasting peace.