Commitment to stability and security in Kosovo: Switzerland takes over KFOR’s transport company
Bern, 11.4.2024 - Today marks the transition from the 49th to the 50th Swisscoy contingent in Kosovo. Under the command of Colonel Cyrus Wagner, the new contingent begins its first deployment with an increased strength of 215 troops. This increase allows Switzerland to strengthen its contribution to security and stability in the Western Balkans by taking over the leadership of the multinational transport company of the Kosovo Force (KFOR). Over 80% of Swiss forces in Kosovo are now directly assigned to KFOR for operational mission fulfilment.