NATO will gradually adjust the size of its peacekeeping mission in Kosovo, which has been operating since 1999, over the next year due to the stable security situation in the country. This was reported by Reuters, citing the Alliance, according to UNN.
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"NATO and KFOR are fully committed to ensuring security and stability in Kosovo," said General Alexus G. Grynkewich, U.S. Air Force, Supreme Allied Commander Europe.
"It is this commitment that has contributed to increased stability as Kosovo's security structures have become more capable. Current conditions create an opportunity for further optimization of the size and posture of KFOR forces," he added.
NATO noted that the gradual reduction of the contingent will take place in accordance with national rotation cycles and troop redeployments throughout this and next year.
The changes will be implemented gradually and in accordance with the situation on the ground. If necessary, they can be reviewed or reversed, the Alliance emphasized.
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