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Kosovo

Kosovo is a state in Balkans and Greece (Europe) that has existed since 2008 CE. Its people spoke Other Indo-European languages (Armenian, Albanian, Thracian, Illyrian, Phrygian, Tocharian, Dacian).

Under UN administration after the 1999 war, Kosovo declared independence from Serbia in 2008. About half of UN members recognise it.

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Facts

Dates
2008 CE to the present
Duration
17 years
Type
State
Region
Balkans and Greece, Europe
Language family
Other Indo-European
Capital
Pristina

Events in Europe during its time

Neighbours in Europe

Elsewhere in the world at the same time

Questions

When did Kosovo exist?

2008 CE to the present, about 17 years.

Where was Kosovo?

Balkans and Greece, in Europe. Its capital was Pristina.

What language did Kosovo speak?

Other Indo-European. This family includes Armenian, Albanian, Thracian, Illyrian, Phrygian, Tocharian, Dacian.