Kosovo Albanians are an ethnic group primarily residing in Kosovo, a region in the Balkans. They make up the majority of the population in Kosovo and speak Albanian, which is one of the official languages of the region. Their culture is influenced by a mix of Albanian traditions and the historical context of the area. The history of Kosovo Albanians is marked by significant events, including the Kosovo War in the late 1990s, which led to Kosovo declaring independence from Serbia in 2008. This declaration is recognized by many countries, but not all, leading to ongoing political tensions in the region.