The devil's celebration in the name of God

Abstract Serbia has ethnicized religion, transforming it into a nationalist tool to destabilize Kosovo. Religious holidays, such as Orthodox Christmas, are exploited to promote political and nationalist agendas, fueling interethnic tensions. Instead of focusing on spiritual values, these events have become platforms for chauvinistic rhetoric and the glorification of Serbian historical narratives, often supported by Russia. Through the Serbian List, Belgrade employs political provocations and deliberate manipulations to challenge Kosovo's sovereignty and maintain a climate of ongoing tension. This instrumentalization of religion and religious symbolism is part of a broader strategy aimed not only at exacerbating interethnic relations but also at undermining Kosovo's efforts toward stability and democratic coexistence.