Mahmut Bakalli
Kosovo politician and leader of LDK
Born
1936
89 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Kosovo
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A politician in Kosovo, played a significant role in the Kosovo Liberation Army during the 1990s. Served as a prominent member of the Democratic League of Kosovo (LDK) and participated in the political negotiations following the Kosovo War. Contributed to the establishment of Kosovo's political landscape post-conflict and was involved in efforts to secure Kosovo's independence. Held various governmental positions until passing in 2006.
Led the Democratic League of Kosovo
Participated in post-war Kosovo's political reconstruction
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