AGermany’s post in Kosovo reacted to the tragic murder of Arlinda Zekiaj, saying that childicide is not an isolated case, but remains a serious social challenge.

Thus, efforts to prevent gender-based violence and implement defence mechanisms were called for strengthening.

This painful tragedy serves as a strong reminder that childicide is not an isolated case, but remains a serious social challenge such as most extreme violence against women, which requires a constant and coordinated response. Ensuring the security and protection of women at risk should remain a common priority, supported by effective preventive measures, timely institutional action and immediate support services.

Kosovo is a party to the Council of Europe’s Istanbul Convention for the prevention and fighting of violence against women and domestic violence. We call on all relevant acts to continue strengthening efforts to prevent gender-based violence, implement existing defence mechanisms and promote a culture in which violence is neither tolerated nor ignored, Germany’s Embassy in Kosovo response is reported.