The International Court of Justice has found that Kosovo’s declaration of independence did not violate international law or UN Resolution 1244, in a decision that could have a far-reaching impact in other parts of the world.

Kosovo Prime Minister Hashim Thaci called for a ‘dignified celebration’ of the International Court of Justice’s ruling in favour of Pristina’s declaration of independence as protesters gathered in the flashpoint town of Mitrovica.

Kosovo President Fatmir Sejdiu said that the decision of the International Court of Justice in The Hague rejects all suspicions around Kosovo’s independence. Sejdiu called for bigger international recognition of Kosovo. Up to now 69 countries have recognized Kosovo’s independence, including the US and most of the EU member states.