Trendafilova

New Court Faces Old Problems in Protecting Kosovo Witnesses

Trendafilova urged European nations to consider "comprehensive cooperation agreements" so witnesses and their families can be relocated to Western Europe.

"Without these agreements, it will be very difficult if not impossible in some cases to ensure that testimony can be given freely and without any fear," she said.

Kosovo Special Court ‘Dinner Incident’ Sparks Impartiality Calls

Lawyer Arianit Koci dining with judge Vladimir Mikula in Pristina on Monday. Photo: BIRN.

The Humanitarian Law Centre's call came after judge Vladimir Mikula, who has been appointed to the Specialist Chambers, was seen dining with Kosovo lawyer Arianit Koci at a restaurant in Pristina.