Cases

During the election day coverage, Klan Kosova journalists faced obstruction while carrying out their duties. In two instances, journalists Qëndresa Tërshani and Sala Gashi were subjected to verbal abuse, insults, and offensive language. In the first case, the journalist was obstructed at a voting center in Dragash. She was confronted with discriminatory, gender-based insults such as "the girl from Serbia," "wh**e," and "you are sold out." The second case occurred during the celebration of the Self-Determination Movement (Vetëvendosje) in Prizren, where the reporting also became challenging due to verbal harassment.

Reporter Details	Qëndresa Tërshani dhe Sala Gashi
Case description	In both cases, journalists Qëndresa Tërshani and Sala Gashi were insulted, cursed, and offended. In the first case, the journalist was obstructed at a conditional voting center in Dragash. She was confronted with insults such as: "the girl from Serbia," "you are sold out." The second case occurred during the celebration of the Self-Determination Movement in Prizren.
State	Kosovo
Name and Surname	Qëndresa Tërshani dhe Sala Gashi
Gender	Group
Date	9.2.2025
City	Prizren
Type of Incident	Actual attacks on journalists
From who	To journalists by citizens
The Offender / Suspect
Type of media	Radio and Television
Media Name	Klan Kosova
Source	Email from Klan Kosova
Public Prosecutor
Judiciary
Judiciary Status
Legal Closure
Has the Journalist Association been notified?	Yes
Has the incident been reported to the authorities?
Has the incident been reported to the XXX?
Associations Respond	The obstruction of journalists in the performance of their duties constitutes a direct threat to press freedom and the public's right to be informed. The Kosovo Journalists' Association (AGK) reiterates its ongoing call for a safe and free environment for journalists in Kosovo and demands that the relevant institutions ensure their protection.