The case concerns Hashim Thaçi, Bashkim Smakaj, Isni Kilaj, Fadil Fazliu and Hajredin Kuçi in relation to offences against the administration of justice. Following the confirmation of the indictment, all five accused entered pleas of not guilty. The case file was transmitted to a Single Trial Judge on 12 November 2025 and the trial commenced on 27 February 2026. The SPO closed its case on 13 March 2026. During the Defence phase, only the Defence teams of Thaçi and Kilaj presented evidence, while a witness called by the Thaçi Defence testified in court on 11 and 12 May 2026. The evidentiary proceedings were closed on 5 August 2026 and the closing statements took place from 10 till 14 September 2026.