In April 2016, Aleksandar Vučić, who served as the Prime Minister of Serbia, conducted a visit to Kosovo, an outing that received permission from local authorities. During this visit, one of the key destinations was Ujman Lake, an area also known by the name Gazivoda. While touring the large body of water in Kosovo, on April 3, 2016, Vučić addressed the location.
He characterized the lake as a “resource of strategic importance for the Serbs and the Serbs in Kosovo,” making a declaration that Belgrade would not relinquish its claim to the area. Vučić was accompanied by a delegation that included representatives from the Serbian List, as well as Marko Gjuriq, who was identified as the head of the “Office for Kosovo” according to Belgrade’s designation. Following his arrival, Gjuriq was reportedly deported to Serbia by the Kosovo police.
The visit highlighted the ongoing political sensitivities surrounding the region. The mention of Gazivoda and the emphasis placed on its strategic importance underscored the persistent political claims made by elements associated with the Serb community within Kosovo. The documented trip serves as a record of high-level engagement by Serbian officials regarding the status and resources within Kosovo.
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