A memorial linked to the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA/UÇK) has been found partially destroyed in the village of Binxhë, near Klina, raising public concern and calls for an immediate investigation and restoration. The case was made public by archaeologist Berat Ademi, who described the incident as an intentional act of vandalism targeting an important historical symbol.
According to Ademi, the damaged memorial was discovered during a field survey in the mountainous area of Binxhë. The monument reportedly belonged to the Drenica Operational Zone, one of the key operational areas during the Kosovo war. Images and observations from the site indicate that the memorial has suffered partial structural damage.
In his public statement, Ademi said the destruction appears deliberate and described it as an attempt to erase the historical memory of the Kosovo Liberation Army. He emphasized that such acts cannot erase the sacrifice of those who fought during the conflict, but they do highlight the importance of preserving sites connected to Kosovo’s recent history.
During the same visit, Ademi stated that a 20mm caliber shell casing (M57) was discovered approximately 50 meters from the memorial. According to his assessment, the finding serves as additional evidence of armed confrontations and resistance activities that took place in this area during the war.
The incident has sparked concern among citizens and heritage observers, with increasing calls for responsible institutions to document the damage, identify those responsible, and restore the memorial. The case also raises broader questions about the protection of war memorials and historical sites across Kosovo, particularly those located in remote or mountainous areas.
As reactions continue, the destruction of the Binxhë memorial has reignited debate over preserving the legacy of the conflict and ensuring that sites connected to fallen fighters and wartime resistance are not left vulnerable to neglect or vandalism.