Vucic receives Botsan-Kharchenko

BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic received Russian Ambassador Alexander Botsan-Kharchenko on Thursday and reiterated his concern over the security situation in Kosovo-Metohija, which, besides threatening the lives and survival of Serbs, contributes to escalation of tensions across the region.

Vucic also added that Serbia remained consistent about pursuing a responsible policy of peace and stability, the presidential press office said in a statement.

Vucic told Botsan-Kharchenko he believed a special UN Security Council session must be held to inform the entire world of the tense situation in Kosovo-Metohija and the difficult position of Serbs there.

Botsan-Kharchenko noted that Moscow was watching all developments and understood Serbia's position and the delicate nature of the situation.

Vucic and Botsan-Kharchenko also discussed Serbia-Russia relations, bilateral cooperation and global developments, the statement also said.