# Thaci gets 25 years for war crimes

> Former Kosovo president sentenced to 25 years in war crimes tribunal
- Title: Thaci gets 25 years for war crimes · New York Post | Shortify
- Summary: Former Kosovo president sentenced to 25 years in war crimes tribunal Thaci faces 25 years for killing 96 political opponents and torturing 303 people during…
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- Source: New York Post — https://nypost.com/2026/09/16/world-news/former-kosovo-president-thaci-sentenced-to-25-years-for-war-crimes
- Published: 2026-09-16T14:58:48+00:00
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## Thaci sentenced to 25 years
Former Kosovo president Hashim Thaci received 25 years for war crimes including murder of 96 political opponents and torture of 303 people.

> The plan was as simple as it was harmful. In particular, it entailed: setting up detention facilities in all areas controlled by the KLA; identifying individuals perceived as opposing the KLA; and arresting and detaining them and, if necessary, killing them.
## Tribunal details crimes
Thaci was convicted for illegal detention of 385 people, torture of 303, and cruel treatment of 49 with no victims participating in hostilities.
## Supporters protest
Hundreds gathered in Pristina to protest Thaci's sentence, chanting 'LIRIA ME EMËR' and facing police.

> This verdict is shameful. From today, there will be no peace in Kosovo.
## Protests in The Hague
Thaci supporters clashed with police in The Hague after hearing the verdict on live audio.
## Prosecutors sought 45 years
Prosecutors demanded 45 years for Thaci but the tribunal dismissed six charges of crimes against humanity.
## Thaci denies charges
Thaci denied all charges and can appeal the 25-year sentence.
## Key takeaway

Thaci faces 25 years for killing 96 political opponents and torturing 303 people during Kosovo's 1990s war with Serbia