2008 protests against Kosovo declaration of independence

2008 protests against Kosovo declaration of independence
Part of the 2008 Kosovo declaration of independence
A crowd rallies in front of SKC on February 21, 2008.
Date17–28 February 2008
Location
Largest protests and unrest occurred in Serbia, with several protests also having taken place in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, and elsewhere
Caused by2008 Kosovo declaration of independence
MethodsDemonstrations, occupations, rioting, civil disobedience, vandalism
Parties
Serb protestors
Number
6,000+ riot police deployed
Approximately 200,000 participated
Casualties and losses
Over 100 injured
1 Ukrainian U.N Officer killed
Over 200 injured
Over 200 arrested
1 death

Widespread protests and riots in Serbia and North Kosovo followed the proclamation of independence by the Republic of Kosovo on February 17, 2008. Protests were also held by Serbs in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro.