Threats against the lives and physical safety of journalists, Kushtrim Sadiku, Prishtinë, 28.01.2026
The Association of Journalists of Kosovo (AJK) has raised concerns over the alarming number of serious threats to life received in recent days by Kanal 10 journalist Kushtrim Sadiku.
Sadiku has reported the threats to the Kosovo Police, while the AJK has urged security institutions to conduct a swift and thorough investigation and to provide protection, citing serious concerns for the physical safety of Sadiku and his family.
The AJK also calls on the public to ensure that discussions regarding the content of the material broadcast on Kanal 10 on Monday remain within the bounds of free expression and opinion, without resorting to threats or endangering anyone’s safety.
| Reporter Details | Threats against the lives and physical safety of journalists, Kushtrim Sadiku, Prishtinë, 28.01.2026 |
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| Case description | The Association of Journalists of Kosovo (AJK) has raised concerns over the alarming number of serious threats to life received in recent days by Kanal 10 journalist Kushtrim Sadiku. |
| State | Kosovo |
| Name and Surname | Kushtrim Sadiku |
| Gender | Male |
| Date | 28.1.2026 |
| City | Prishtinë |
| Type of Incident | Threats against the lives and lims of journalists |
| From who | To journalists by citizens |
| The Offender / Suspect | |
| Type of media | Radio and Television |
| Media Name | Kanal10 |
| Source | Kushtrim Sadiku |
| Public Prosecutor | |
| Judiciary | |
| Judiciary Status | |
| Legal Closure | |
| Has the Journalist Association been notified? | Yes |
| Has the incident been reported to the authorities? | Yes |
| Has the incident been reported to the XXX? | |
| Associations Respond | Sadiku has reported the threats to the Kosovo Police, while the AJK has urged security institutions to conduct a swift and thorough investigation and to provide protection, citing serious concerns for the physical safety of Sadiku and his family. The AJK also calls on the public to ensure that discussions regarding the content of the material broadcast on Kanal 10 on Monday remain within the bounds of free expression and opinion, without resorting to threats or endangering anyone’s safety. |

