The Special Court has issued its Third Order for Setting Dates concerning the judicial case involving Hashim Thaçi and several other individuals, detailing adjustments to the trial schedule. This new order cancels all previously scheduled sessions slated to occur during August. The decision follows a submission made by the Defense of Smakaj on January 30, 2026.
Pursuant to Rule 131, the defense notified the court that it would not be presenting evidence at the current stage of the proceedings. In response to this filing, the single judge assigned to the trial rescinded the dates originally set for August 17, 18, and 19, 2026. Furthermore, the judge also revoked the deadlines that had been established in the Second Order for Setting Dates.
Concurrently, the court directed the Specialized Prosecutor’s Office (ZPS) to submit a formal motion by August 4, 2026, at 12:00 PM. This submission is required if the ZPS intends to present any further material against the defendants or to proceed with the case at this time. The issuance of this third order significantly alters the timeline for the proceedings, impacting both the defense’s evidentiary schedule and the prosecution’s necessary filings for the coming weeks.
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