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Kosovo Canal Explosion: Power Plants At Risk After Alleged Terrorist Attack

An explosion on Friday damaged a critical canal that provides water to Kosovo’s primary coal-fired power plants, leaving concern about possible electricity shortages. Prime Minister Albin Kurti described the attack as a terrorist attack by Serbia, citing involvement of professional criminal groups.

PM Kurti Points Fingers at Serbia

Speaking to the nation, Kurti said that this attack is a deliberate and calculated act against the critical infrastructure of Kosovo. This is a criminal and terrorist attack meant to damage our critical infrastructure,” Kurti said. He also said that the attack was carried out by “professionals” possibly connected to gangs operating under Serbian influence.

The canal, which supplies cooling water to two coal-fired power plants that produce most of Kosovo’s electricity, was damaged near the town of Zubin Potok, a Serb-majority area in the northern region of the country. The canal also supplies drinking water to several areas, including the capital, Pristina.

Potential Electricity Crisis Looms

Prime Minister Kurti warned that if the canal damage is not swiftly repaired, parts of Kosovo could experience power outages as early as Saturday morning. He refrained from providing specific details about the extent of the damage but emphasised the urgency of restoring the water flow.

Rising Tensions in Northern Kosovo

The incident adds to the ongoing tensions between Kosovo and Serbia, particularly in the Serb-majority regions of northern Kosovo. While the blast’s full impact is still being assessed, the attack highlights the vulnerabilities of Kosovo’s essential infrastructure amidst persistent geopolitical frictions.

Authorities are investigating the incident, with international observers closely monitoring the situation.

Dishti Tandon

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