KOSOVO AND THE SERBIAN SITUATION 1999

The Serbian problem existed long before Milosevic came into being. He is just responsible for exasperating the crisis. In 1389 the Serbs lost the Battle of Kosovo to the Turks (Muslims) and were replaced in the government of their ancient land by foreigners who began a long and on going process of the power in authority "ethically purging" the others in the territories under their control. Politics of the area have always been colorful and exciting …

…group which has existed for 4 centuries to protect Albanians. Even as they flee the country the Albanians vow to return and seek revenge. Additionally the Romanians, Bulgarians, Turks, and Greeks fear that if they and their nationality are NOT in control they their people will not be safe and all are stock piling weapons for the moment of their revenge. Any armistice in the area with only be temporary given the history of this region.