Veseli: Agreement with Montenegro opens the way for visa liberalisation
The chairman of the ruling Democratic Party of Kosovo (PDK) and Speaker of Assembly, Kadri Veseli, called as good news the accord on signing of an annex to the existing Agreement on border demarcation between Kosovo and Montengro, which will enable the two countries to revise the deal. Original post …
Kosovo, Montenegro agree to revise border deal
Kosovo and Montenegro have signed a new deal agreeing to seal the Agreement on border demarcation between the two countries. The declaration signed by Kosovo President Hashim Thaci, and his Montenegro counterpart Filip Vujanovic, foresees ratification of current version of the Agreement leaving a door open for the agreement to …
Delawie: US Support for Kosovo, longstanding, steadfast
Remembering the US support for Kosvo and visits of the US senior state ofificals in Kosovo, Ambassador, Greg Delawie, said that US support for Kosovo is longstanding, bipartisan and steadfast. Original post Here
Barbados recognises Kosovo’s Independence
Kosovo Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Behgjet Pacolli, has announced that Barbados has recognised Kosovo as independent country. Original post Here
Limaj expects the demarcation with Montenegro be ratified in March
The visit of Montenegrin Prime Minister, Dusko Markovic, in Kosovo gave first results. Kosovo and Montenegro have agreed in principle to finally seal the disputed border deal by signing an annex to current Agreement on border demarcation signed by the two countries in 2015. Original post Here
EU: New Special Prosecutor to be appointed swiftly, important for the Special Court to work without interference
The European Commission spokesperson issued a press release on Thursday after the Specialist Prosecutor David Schwendiman announced end of his term. According to the EU Schwendiman’s successor will be selected swiftly as foreseen by the law whereas emphasised that it is important for the Specialist Chambers and the Specialist Prosecutor’s …
Trendafilova Comments Departure of Specialist Prosecutor Schwendiman
The President of Kosovo Specialist Chambers, Ekaterina Trendafilova, has commented the departure from office of the Specialist Prosecutor David Schwendiman. She said that the Specialist Chambers will continue the fulfilment of their mandate without disruption. Original post Here
EU invites Kosovo and Serbia for talks to Brussels, no comment on ‘exchange of territories’ idea
The European Union officials in Brussels as facilitators of the Pristina-Belgrade dialogue say that they are working with the Presidents of Kosovo and Serbia on comprehensive normalisation of relations. However the EU officials did not want to comment the idea on exchange of territories between the two countries, which as …
EU helps Kosovo upgrading the only international rail link
The European Union provides €38.5 million to the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)-funded rail modernisation project through Western Balkans Investment Framework. Original post Here
Kosovo Special Prosecutor David Schwendiman announces abrupt departure
Specialist Prosecutor David Schwendiman issued a statement on Thursday setting out the reasons for his April departure from The Hague, which is due to the expiry of his fixed-term appointment as a Senior Foreign Service Officer in the US State Department. Schwendiman will be leaving the Specialist Prosecutor’s Office on …
Balkan members of the Catholic Church have praised “broad-minded, spontaneous” Pope Leo XIV for his education, experience and openness. Original post Here
Tirana Times, May 8,– On May 11, 2025, Albania will hold its tenth parliamentary elections since the fall of communism in 1991 – a moment expected to be decisive not only for the political fate of the main parties but also for the democratic future and European orientation of the …
The Socialists and Democrats are still likely to dominate the Albanian political landscape after elections on May 11, but a cluster of new parties and the introduction of diaspora postal votes are threatening to shake things up. Original post Here
The Democratic League of Kosovo has filed 17 lawsuits in a fresh legal challenge against the outgoing prime minister, Vetevendosje leader Albin Kurti, and his ministers. Original post Here
Anonymous social media accounts, a lack of financial transparency and the unethical use of AI could have an impact on voter opinion ahead of Albania’s May 11 parliamentary election, BIRN has found. Original post Here
In an interview with BIRN, Zef Mazi, Albania’s former chief negotiator with the EU, poured cold water on Prime Minister Edi Rama’s election promise of EU accession by 2030. Original post Here
TIRANA, Albania , May 6th (Tirana Times ) — On May 11, Albanians will head to the polls for parliamentary elections marked by a crowded field of contenders: 53 political parties and over 2,000 candidates will vie for 140 seats in the national legislature. While this diversity may signal political …
President Begaj welcomes His Majesty Abdullah II bin Al Hussein, King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, with a solemn ceremony. May 2, 2025 | TIRANA, Albania Tirana Times In a visit marked more by symbolism than substance, Jordan’s King Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein arrived in Tirana on Friday for …
Tirana Times | May 2nd | Prishtina, Kosovo — A unique cultural bridge between Kosovo and Saudi Arabia was inaugurated on Thursday with the opening of the “Urat” exhibition in central Prishtina, showcasing the Kingdom’s rich Islamic and cultural heritage. Organized in partnership between the Islamic Community of Kosovo and …
The involvement of individuals with criminal backgrounds or ties to the underworld among Albania’s so-called strategic investors must be examined in a broader context. Politically, this phenomenon represents one of the clearest signs of the symbiosis between crime and politics — and of the state being effectively captured by organized …