Opposition parties in Kosovo have warned that the country’s position in the dialogue with Serbia is being undermined by the ongoing failure to form new institutions, as US President Donald Trump signals renewed engagement in the process.

Leaders from the Democratic Party of Kosovo (PDK) and the Democratic League of Kosovo (LDK) said on June 17 that the institutional vacuum is harming Kosovo’s international standing, Koha.net reported.

PDK leader Memli Krasniqi blamed the ruling Vetevendosje movement and acting Prime Minister Albin Kurti for what he called a damaging blockade. “If the US calls for a renewed push toward an agreement and we’re not ready, Kosovo will lose ground,” he said.

LDK Vice President Lutfi Haziri echoed the concern, stressing the critical role of the US in the peace process. “Trump’s involvement could be decisive, and we must prepare.”

Trump, referring to his first term, claimed he had prevented war between Kosovo and Serbia and said he would now revisit the issue.

LVV’s deputy chair Albulena Haxhiu welcomed US involvement but insisted that international pressure must focus on Serbia, which she said has consistently obstructed the process.

A day earlier, acting Kurti also welcomed the prospect of continued US engagement, describing the United States as “an irreplaceable partner in defence, diplomacy, and development”. However, he stressed that any progress depends on Serbia fulfilling its obligations under the Brussels and Ohrid agreements signed in 2023.

Meanwhile, Kosovo’s parliament failed for the 33rd time to elect a speaker on June 17, as opposition MPs again boycotted the vote. Only 51 of the 91 deputies present supported forming a commission for secret ballot elections — far short of a quorum. A new session is scheduled for June 19.