environment

View of the environmental damage from illegal gravel extraction in the Prizren region. Photo: Footage taken from the presentation by the Prizren Prosecution Office, June 4, 2025.

Kosovo Arrests 17 for Illegal Gravel Extraction

A major investigation into environmental crime, led by the Basic Prosecution of Prizren, resulted in the arrest of seventeen individuals and the seizure of heavy machinery valued at nearly 2 million euros.

The landfill in the village of Velekince in Gjilan. Photo: BIRN/Denis Slovinja

Waste Management: A Systemic Crisis in Kosovo

The lack of proper waste treatment and recycling systems in Kosovo has caused the creation of hazardous open-air landfills and illegal waste dumpsites, causing environmental pollution and health concerns.

Kosovo, Montenegro, Albania Among World’s Worst in Household Waste Disposal – Report

New report lists three Balkan states among the ten countries worldwide where fewest people separate their household waste, causing problems for the environment and risks to health – with a lack of awareness largely to blame.

Kosovo Police Seize Holiday Villas in National Park Raid

Kosovo police and prosecutors seized around 100 villas and other buildings in the mountain resort of Brezovica- the latest in a series of operations targeting illegal constructions and allegedly corrupt officials.

‘Active Citizens’ Charge Officials With Destroying Mirusha Waterfall

Environmental activists submitted criminal charges against municipal officials and a ministry concerning the alleged degradation of the protected waterfall and surroundings.