The Institute for Crimes Committed During the War in Kosovo (IKKL) has released the authentic testimony of Nazlije Selim Selimi, who survived the Little Hallaq Massacre at the age of 11. Selimi recounted the devastating events shortly after the crimes took place, detailing the tragic moments when Serbian forces reportedly killed her father and numerous other residents of her village. According to the IKKL, this specific testimony is significant because it embodies the collective memory of the suffering endured by thousands of Albanian civilians during the conflict in Kosovo.
The Institute views the preservation of such accounts as a critical mechanism for ensuring historical truth and preventing the suffering from being forgotten. The IKKL emphasizes that documenting the experiences of survivors is vital for formally recording wartime atrocities and advancing the pursuit of justice for the victims. The video containing Selimi’s account was published with her explicit consent.
The old account serves not only as a personal recollection but as a crucial piece of evidence for historical documentation. The release underscores the ongoing commitment of the Institute to memorialize these events. By preserving these firsthand narratives, the IKKL aims to build a comprehensive record of the period, ensuring that the gravity of the losses and the acts committed during the war remain part of the historical record for future generations.
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