
Serbia has announced the review of the deployment of its forces in Kosovo, based on Resolution 1244 of the United Nations. But what does the resolution say?
Resolution 1244, adopted in 1999, provided a framework for resolving the conflict in Kosovo, authorizing the establishment of an international civilian and military presence. It established an international transitional administration and oversaw the withdrawal of Serbian military forces from Kosovo.
Article 4 confirms that after the withdrawal, a number of Yugoslav and Serbian military and police personnel will be allowed to return to Kosovo, to exercise their functions in accordance with Annex 2.
Article 6 of annex 2 mentions the following functions:
Liaison with the international civilian mission and the international security presence; marking/clearing minefields; maintaining a presence near Serbian heritage sites; maintaining a presence at the main border crossings" , the resolution states.