Kosovo Court & Justice: Pristina’s Basic Court found Bosniak war veteran Ekrem Bajrović guilty in a retrial for beating, torturing and killing ethnic Albanian civilians in Istog/Istok in May 1999, sentencing him to 12 years and ordering payments to proceedings and victims’ fund, with an appeal possible. Defense & Training: Albania inaugurated a National Flight School and announced a National Special Forces School with Israeli training support, saying cadets from Kosovo and other regional NATO allies will be able to join. Aviation & Regional Cooperation: Albania’s PM Edi Rama said the new flight school will also train and certify NATO pilots in the region, while additional Black Hawk helicopters are expected to strengthen civil emergency and wildfire response. Culture & Community: A new Colonie market is set to bring Balkan flavors and culture to Kosovo’s capital area, adding to the city’s growing food-and-culture scene. Sports & Talent: Kosovo-linked stories also surfaced abroad, including a free youth basketball camp led by pro player Analyss Benally, who has played in Kosovo and aims to inspire Native youth through sport. Religion & Community Tensions: The Raška–Prizren Eparchy condemned police violence and discrimination against Serbian worshippers after Vidovdan commemorations, calling for an impartial investigation and OSCE/EULEX involvement. Global Lifestyle Lens: A “day trip to Kosovo” travel piece highlights Pristina as a budget-friendly culture stop for UK single parents, framing Kosovo as an easy, low-cost reset.