https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/onetime-war-hero-gets-25-years-for-war-crimesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/onetime-war-hero-gets-25-years-for-war-crimeshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/onetime-war-hero-gets-25-years-for-war-crimes#u76428Sat, 19 Sep 2026 16:35:41 +0000An international court in The Hague sentenced former Kosovo President Thaci to 25 years in prison for war crimes committed during the conflict with Serbia. The verdict has caused shock in Kosovo and drawn criticism from Serbian President Vucic. Thaci, once viewed as a war hero, now faces a lengthy prison term following a legal process focused on atrocities during the Serbia conflict.Why it mattersThe case centers on crimes committed during the war between Kosovo and Serbia. This ruling marks a significant legal outcome for a former head of state involved in the conflict.What is confirmedFormer