Tensions Escalate in Kosovo Following Explosion Targeting Water and Power Supply
A recent explosion in Kosovo has led to arrests and increased tensions between Kosovo and Serbia, as officials point fingers at each other.
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Summary
An explosion in Kosovo damaged critical infrastructure, cutting water and power supplies to cities. Kosovo's Prime Minister accused Serbia of complicity, leading to eight arrests. Kosovo's security council is mobilizing forces to prevent further threats, while Serbia's government denied involvement. The U.S. and EU condemned the attack, urging accountability. The incident has heightened tensions in a region still grappling with its post-war legacy and unresolved territorial disputes following Kosovo's declaration of independence from Serbia in 2008.
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