KFOR: Bridge opening only in coordination with International Community

“Any decision on the opening of the Ibar river Bridge in Mitrovica to vehicles … , must be taken through dialogue and in timely and effective coordination with the International Community,” a press release from the NATO-led mission said.

It added that KFOR will maintain its fixed presence on the bridge and will continue to conduct regular patrols in the surrounding areas. The press release recalled that KFOR conducted training activities on the bridge as part of regular activities to make sure the standard of troop readings was at the highest level.

“We are well postured to address any security scenario and to continue implementing effectively our UN mandate,” it said.