The oath-taking for 515 recruits of the 2026 generation was held today at the Kosovo Security Force’s “Adem Jashari” Barracks in Prishtina.
The important event was attended by the President of the Assembly of the Republic of Kosovo, Albulena Haxhiu; the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kosovo, Albin Kurti; the Minister of Defense, Ejup Maqedonci; the Deputy Ministers of Defense, Gegë Lleshi and Enis Kervan; the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Defense, Gafurr Dugolli; the Commander of the KSF, Lieutenant General Bashkim Jashari; the Deputy Commander of the KSF, Major General Enver Cikaqi; the Director of the NATO Advisory and Liaison Team (NALT), Brigadier General Thomas Schulte-Borghoff; senior military personnel and officials of the KSF and the Ministry of Defense; as well as local and international representatives. The family members and friends of the new recruits were also present at the ceremony.
This generation represents the highest number of recruits to date, reflecting the growing interest among young people in joining the KSF. The new soldiers, who today took the oath after successfully completing the nine-week training at the Basic Training Center (BTC), within the Doctrine and Training Command (TRADOC) in Ferizaj, will now serve their country under emblem of the Kosovo Security Force, with dedication, professionalism, and responsibility in defending the country and its citizens.
Congratulations on taking the oath, new soldiers!
