From 2 to 4 November 2026, the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX) had the honour to host the Deputy Civilian Operations Commander, Kirsi Henriksson.

Henriksson was welcomed by the Head of Mission, Antero Lopes, at EULEX Headquarters in Pristina, where she met with senior Mission members, who briefed her on multiple aspects of the Mission’s mandate implementation.

In Mitrovica South, the Deputy CivOps Commander visited the EULEX Centre Mitrovica and received an in-depth briefing on the current security situation in Kosovo and on the functioning of the Formed Police Unit, composed of police officers seconded by Poland.

As part of her stay, Henriksson had also the opportunity to address international and local staff members through a town hall meeting.

The three-day visit highlighted the value of further strengthening the link between strategic and operational perspectives, bringing into focus the relevance of an effective, impact-oriented civilian CSDP Mission, profoundly dedicated to supporting stability, security and rule of law throughout Kosovo.