The Ibar and the Ujman reservoir are vital to Kosova’s water supply, agriculture, industry and energy system. Pristina treated the issue primarily as one of water security, critical infrastructure, energy security and international norms rather than immediately entering a historical confrontation with Serbia. The discussion moved from water security to “Greater Albania,” territorial claims and historical grievances. The Ibar is a genuine issue of Kosova’s water and energy security. This time, the river should simply be allowed to carry water.