Publications
Articles, publications, books, tools and multimedia features from the U.S. Institute of Peace provide the latest news, analysis, research findings, practitioner guides and reports, all related to the conflict zones and issues that are at the center of the Institute’s work to prevent and reduce violent conflict.
Kosovo’s Declaration of Independence
Briefing before the bipartisan Congressional briefing series sponsored by Congressmen Howard Berman (D-CA) and Chris Shays (R-CT) on Kosovo’s declaration of independence; Serbia’s recent elections; U.S., European and Russian reactions; and, prospects for averting conflict in the Balkans with Daniel Serwer, Soren Jessen-Petersen and the International Crisis Group.
On the Issues: Kosovo/Serbia
In an interview conducted shortly before Kosovo gained independence from Serbia, Daniel Serwer discussed the possible impacts of this development and Serbia's recent elections.
Coming Soon to a Country Near You: Kosova Sovereignty
Why does the United States support Kosovo's independence, risking relations with Serbia and Russia? How does Washington plan to contain the consequences?
Kosovo: Breaking the Deadlock
Kosovo was left at the end of the NATO/Yugoslavia war in 1999 in limbo. It is still there, despite Security Council Resolution 1244, which foresaw a process for deciding its status. What is the way forward?
Kosovo: What Can Go Wrong?
The UN's Special Envoy Martti Ahtisaari was tasked last summer with resolving the question of Kosovo's future status with support from the U.S. and the EU. His effort is now drawing to a close— and it is anticipated that he will take his plan that opens prospective sovereignty for Kosovo to the UN Security Council this month. What are the potential drivers of conflict in Kosovo during the period of status decision and thereafter?
Kosovo: What Next?
Daniel Serwer, USIP Guest Scholar Soren Jessen-Petersen and James O’Brien briefed Congressional staff on the importance of addressing that status of Kosovo.
Combating Serious Crimes in Postconflict Societies - English Edition
This path-breaking volume presents broad guidelines and specific prescriptions for combating serious crime in societies emerging from conflict.
The Future of Kosovo's Security Sector
With talks on the future status of Kosovo well underway, the international community must prioritize security sector reform. Stability in the region will hinge on Kosovo's ability to maintain security for all its citizens. How can the Kosovo Internal Security Sector Review (ISSR) help Kosovo establish its internal security apparatus?
Kosovo: Ethnic Nationalism at Its Territorial Worst
Even with negotiations underway under the auspices of the United Nations, the future status of Kosovo remains reliant on the current conditions on the ground. With Pristina and Belgrade showing no signs of compromise, a partition of Kosovo could lead to disasterous implications for the region.
No Stable Kosovo Without a Solution for Mitrovica
The reality of ethnic divisions in the northern Kosovo city of Mitrovica are casting a shadow on the Kosovo final status talks. What are the possible solutions for reintegrating the city? How can lessons learned from previous international efforts to reintegrate divided cities inform the search for a solution for Mitrovica?