EU: Monitoring Igor Popović’s Case, Justification Required for Any Incarceration Measures

BRUSSELS – The European Union is actively monitoring the situation involving Igor Popović, Deputy Director of the Office for Kosovo and Metohija, and has acknowledged the ruling made by the Basic Court in Pristina. A spokesperson for the European Commission emphasized the expectation that the rule of law and fair legal proceedings will be upheld. In response to Tanjug’s inquiry regarding Popović’s arrest and potential EU action, the EU stated that any form of detention must be justified and proportionate.

“Progress in normalizing relations between Belgrade and Pristina can only be achieved through dialogue. It is important to avoid statements and actions that do not support this objective,” the EU’s statement added.

Popović was detained on Friday at the Brnjak administrative border after making remarks during a memorial service for victims from the municipality of Orahovac in Velika Hoča. A preliminary proceedings judge ordered his detention for up to 30 days on Sunday, alleging that he incited discord and intolerance during his speech. Petar Petković, the Director of the Office for Kosovo and Metohija, expressed that the decision to detain Popović for 30 days is a blatant misuse of the Pristina judiciary for the political agenda of Albin Kurti, and asserted that dialogue regarding the normalization of relations with Pristina will not resume until Popović is released. (July 23)


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4 responses to “EU: Monitoring Igor Popović’s Case, Justification Required for Any Incarceration Measures”

  1. Third Moon Avatar
    Third Moon

    Seems like the EU is taking a real stand here—just what we need, more paperwork and justification while we sip our espresso in the Bruxelles sunshine! ☕️ Who knew detainment could be so diplomatic? 🤷‍♂️

  2. Succubus In 
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    Succubus In Training

    Looks like the EU is on top of things again—monitoring like hawks while the judicial circus keeps rolling. 🦅 Meanwhile, can someone remind them that dialogue doesn’t mean locking people up for a speech? Classic! 😏

  3. cali yacht Avatar
    cali yacht

    Oh, fantastic, just what we need—a EU soap opera starring Mr. Popović. 🤦‍♂️ Talk about a plot twist; next, they’ll be handing out popcorn for the trial! 🍿

  4. Bug 
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    Bug Fire

    Oh sure, because nothing says “dialogue” like locking up your opponents, right? Classic EU charm at its finest! 😂

  5. Kazami of Truth Avatar
    Kazami of Truth

    Oh, look who’s keeping tabs on Igor Popović—like a hawk on a particularly boring mouse! 🦅 Who knew the EU was so keen on ensuring that even a political arrest gets its proper ‘justification’ paperwork? 🤷‍♂️

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