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In Kosovo’s third election in 18 months, Prime Minister Albin Kurti’s Vetevendosje party led with about 43% of the vote as nearly 90% of ballots were counted, but the country remains in political stalemate with turnout at 36.3% and about 100,000 diaspora ballots still to be tallied, delaying government formation and Europe Union/NATO integration amid economic strain.
Kosovo’s snap parliamentary elections could determine whether Pristina stays on its path to NATO and EU membership, as ex-president Vjosa Osmani warns that Prime Minister Albin Kurti’s leadership risks alienating Western allies and derailing Euro-Atlantic reforms.
Former New York Democrat Eliot Engel, who chaired the House Foreign Affairs Committee and played a key role in Kosovo’s war and the Trump impeachment inquiry, died at 79 from complications of Parkinson’s disease. He served 44 years in public service, won his first seat in 1988, and lost the 2020 primary to Jamaal Bowman, marking the end of a long, influential career in diplomacy and policy.
Former New York Democrat Eliot Engel, who chaired the House Foreign Affairs Committee and helped shape policy on Kosovo and the Trump impeachment, died at 79 from complications of Parkinson’s disease. Engel served over four decades in the House (1988–2020), leaving office after losing a 2020 primary to Jamaal Bowman; colleagues praised his work for constituents and commitment to peace and security.
Kosovo's ruling party claims a convincing victory in a snap election, as the country continues to face political deadlock and uncertainty about its European integration path.
Vetevendosje, led by Albin Kurti, won a landslide victory in Kosovo's parliamentary elections, securing a third term amid ongoing political deadlock, with the electorate endorsing Kurti's leadership despite criticisms of his governance and foreign relations challenges.
Albin Kurti's party won the most votes in Kosovo's 2025 parliamentary election but fell short of an outright majority, leading to ongoing political uncertainty and potential delays in forming a government amid economic and institutional challenges.
Kosovo is holding a snap parliamentary election to resolve a year-long political deadlock, with Prime Minister Albin Kurti's party seeking a majority to form a government amid ongoing tensions with Serbia and economic challenges. The election aims to stabilize the country and secure international support for its EU accession efforts.
Kosovo held its second election of 2025 to resolve a year-long political deadlock that has hindered government formation and international funding, with Prime Minister Albin Kurti's party seeking a majority amid opposition criticism and concerns over stability and EU support.
Kosovo is heading to the polls to resolve a political deadlock amid rising tensions, including protests and corruption issues, following the indictment of its deputy prime minister and recent violence targeting government offices.
Kosovo has agreed to accept the deportation of 50 migrants from other countries at the request of the U.S. as part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to manage illegal immigration through international agreements, with Kosovo acting as a temporary host while facilitating their return to their home countries.
An explosion damaged a canal supplying water to Kosovo's main coal-fired power plants, prompting Prime Minister Albin Kurti to accuse Serbia of orchestrating a "terrorist act." The blast, which occurred near Zubin Potok, threatens Kosovo's electricity supply and has heightened ethnic tensions between Kosovo and Serbia. Several arrests have been made, and a large cache of weapons was seized. Both the EU and the US condemned the attack, emphasizing the need for accountability.
An explosion damaged a canal in northern Kosovo, affecting water supply to two major power plants and drinking water for the capital, Pristina. Kosovo's Prime Minister Albin Kurti labeled it a "terrorist act" by Serbia, though no evidence of Serbian involvement has been found. The incident exacerbates existing ethnic tensions between Kosovo and Serbia, with recent attacks in northern Kosovo adding to the unrest. The EU condemned the attack, highlighting its impact on water supply.
The UEFA Nations League match between Romania and Kosovo was abandoned after Kosovo players walked off the pitch in response to pro-Serbian slogans from Romanian fans. The Kosovan Football Federation had warned UEFA about potential tensions, citing offensive actions and chants during the match. The Romanian Football Federation denied the accusations, stating there were no racist chants and criticized Kosovo's actions as premeditated. UEFA has yet to provide further details on the incident.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic's cryptic social media warning about an unspecified threat to his country has sparked concerns about a potential escalation of conflict in the Balkans. The warning comes amid tensions with Kosovo and Republika Srpska, and follows a recent announcement of changes to the electoral process in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Vucic's statement, which alludes to difficult days ahead and a looming challenge, has raised alarm about a possible geopolitical conflict, with the U.S. warning against any military actions.