Kosovo
Thousands protest in Kosovo against The Hague-based war crimes court
Protest reflects rising frustration among segments of Kosovo society over the perception that the Specialist Chambers is biased and lacks legitimacy.
Kosovo abolishes customs duties on US products, chamber urges free trade talks
The Kosovon government announced that it has removed customs duties on all products originating from the United States, following new tariffs set by the US on the small country.
Analyst warns Kosovo risks economic and political isolation as Albania moves closer to EU
Kosovo may face a return to “hard borders” with Albania and Montenegro within the next five to seven years if current political trends continue.
Kosovo's public broadcaster RTK on verge of collapse as financial crisis deepens
Broadcasting associations urge the Kosovo government to immediately ensure funding for RTK and safeguard its independence.
€1bn EU energy crisis aid in Western Balkans largely untraceable, watchdog says
CEE Bankwatch research reveals only €163.1mn of €1bn spent could be clearly linked to advancing the Green Agenda.
EU risks fuelling democratic decline in Balkans as reform credibility erodes, report warns
The European Union is prioritising short-term stability over genuine democratic reform, says a report from the Balkans in Europe Policy Advisory Group.
Kosovo's opposition accuses Vetevendosje of power grab as political crisis deepens
With Albin Kurti's Vetevendosje falling short of a majority in the February general election, MPs have been unable to form a new ruling coalition.