# KFOR leadership transition and Kosovo security updates > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/kfor-leadership-transition-in-kosovo > Updated: 2026-10-15T14:59:07.000Z. Sources: 35. Developments: 4. Following the leadership transition to Major General Roberto Vergori, the KFOR commander has engaged in high-level diplomatic and field activities to assess the security landscape. In Belgrade, Serbian Armed Forces Chief of Staff General Milan Mojsilović met with General Vergori to discuss the security situation in Kosovo. Mojsilović characterized the environment as sensitive, stating that Serbs “do not feel safe” and that their “fundamental rights and freedoms” are under threat. He called for direct communication between the Serbian military and KFOR to monitor field conditions and urged international forces to implement their mandate impartially in accordance with UN Security Council Resolution 1244. Concurrently, General Vergori and Admiral George M. Wikoff conducted a visit to northern Kosovo to inspect joint patrols between KFOR and the Kosovo Police. The tour included the Gračanica Monastery and meetings with Zubin Potok Mayor Miloš Petrović. During these engagements, KFOR reaffirmed its commitment to professionalism and impartiality. In Pristina, Vergori also met with central authorities, Serbian List officials, and the Serbian Orthodox Church. Metropolitan Teodosije of Raška and Prizren expressed gratitude for the protection of the Visoki Dečani monastery, emphasizing that KFOR’s presence is vital for maintaining peace and stability in sensitive Serbian areas. ## Claims - Major General Roberto Vergori has assumed command of the KFOR mission in Kosovo. (disputed by 21 sources) - KFOR has been operating in Kosovo for more than 27 years. (corroborated by 8 sources) - Kosovo President Justina Shiroka Pula emphasized Kosovo's strategic goal of NATO membership. (corroborated by 6 sources) - The KFOR mission optimization process does not mean a withdrawal from Kosovo. (corroborated by 5 sources) - Admiral George M. Wikoff presided over the KFOR command handover ceremony. (corroborated by 5 sources) - Italy aims to install defensive radars in the Balkans to protect the region and Italy. (corroborated by 4 sources) - KFOR will continue to coordinate with the Kosovo Police and EULEX. (corroborated by 3 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-15: KFOR Commander visits northern Kosovo following assumption of duties New KFOR Commander Major General Roberto Vergori visited northern Kosovo to inspect patrols and meet with local leaders, reaffirming the mission's commitment to regional security and impartiality. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kfor-commander-visits-northern-kosovo-following-assumption-of-duties ### 2026-10-14: Serbian military chief meets KFOR commander over Kosovo security Serbian Chief of Staff Milan Mojsilović met with KFOR Commander Robert Vergory to discuss Kosovo's security and the protection of the Serbian community. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-military-chief-meets-kfor-commander-over-kosovo-security ### 2026-10-13: KFOR mission: Major General Roberto Vergori assumes command in Kosovo Italian Major General Roberto Vergori has assumed command of the NATO KFOR mission in Kosovo, succeeding Turkish Major General Özkan Ulutaş during a ceremony in Pristina. 23 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-general-roberto-vergori-to-take-command-of-kfor ### 2026-10-09: KFOR command transition: General Ulutash to hand over leadership to Italy's Vergori Major General Ozkan Ulutash is handing over KFOR command in Kosovo to Italian Major General Roberto Vergori, emphasizing that long-term regional security must be achieved through political dialogue. 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kfor-troops-conduct-mountain-training-exercises-in-kosovo --- Cite as: KFOR leadership transition and Kosovo security updates. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/kfor-leadership-transition-in-kosovo