Kosovo coalition partners agree on principles of dialogue with Serbia
Coalition partners gathered on Thursday to discuss a draft document on how Kosovo should be represented in the dialogue with Serbia. The coalition leaders reportedly disagree on who should lead the dialogue, after one of the coalition partners Nisma headed by Fatmir Limaj is against President Hashim Thaci to take …
Serbian MPs sit along ruling coalition in Kosovo Parliament
The meeting of Kosovo Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj on Thursday with the heads of Srpska List, Goran Rakic and Milan Radojicic, resulted with the return of Srpska MPs in the ruling coalition’s seats implying that they are returning in the Haradinaj-led coalition after months of boycott. Original post Here
Hoxhaj to meet US Secretary of Defence, James Mattis
US Defence Secretary, James N. Mattis, will visit Zagreb on Friday in his first visit to the Balkan region. Mattis will meet with defence ministers of the US-Adriatic Charter to reinforce U.S. support to southeast Europe. Original post Here
Kosovo PM Haradinaj welcomes in his office controversial Serb politician, Milan Radojicic
Kosovo Prime Minister, Ramush Haradinaj, received on Thursday in his office Srpska List head Goran Rakic and his deputy Milan Radoicic. This is the first time that Radojicic, a controversial figure and considered as “the boss of the underground in the northern Kosovo,” came officially to Kosovo Prime Minister’s office. …
Haradinaj’s party conditions dialogue with the visa liberalisation
Members of Parliament of the ruling Alliance for the Future of Kosovo (AAK) have submitted Thursday a draft-resolution asking the Government of Kosovo not to resume dialogue with Serbia, until the EU takes a final decision on removing visas for citizens of Kosovo. Original post Here
Thaci and Vucic to meet on 18 July in Brussels
Federica Mogherini, High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy/Vice-President of the European Commission, will meet next week, on 18 July, President Hashim Thaci of Kosovo and President Aleksandar Vucic of Serbia in the context of the continuation of her facilitation of the EU-facilitated Dialogue. Original post Here
Kosovo President Thaci draws red lines in talks with Serbia after all
Kosovo President Hashim Thaci said on Thursday that Kosovo has “red Lines” when it comes to the final phase of the dialogue with Serbia. Thaci drew the “red lines” in talks with Serbia after criticism from opposition parties. Earlier this month Thaci, who leads the political dialogue with Serbia, said …
Fajon expects EC report on visas for Kosovo be published before summer break
Tanja Fajon, the European Parliament rapporteur on visa liberalisation for Kosovo, said that she expects the European Commission report on whether Kosovo has fulfilled all the criteria on visa liberalisation, be published before summer break. Media have reported that the EC is delaying publication of the report due to be …
Kosovo PM wants ‘political truce’ with Serbia
Prime Minister, Ramush Haradinaj, said at the end of the Western Balkans Summit in London that he expressed his concerns during his meetings in London over Serbia’s continuous pressure on Kosovo Serbs to leave the Kosovo Security Force. Original post Here
Journalist who is investigating Ivanovic’s murder assaulted in Serbia
Serbian Journalist, Stefan Cvetkovic, who has investigated killing of the Kosovo Serb politican Oliver Ivanovic killed in January in Mitrovica North, was physically assaulted in front of a cafe in his home town of Bela Crkva on Monday evening. The Serbian police have arrested a man suspected of assaulting Cvetkovic, …
TIRANA, April 21 – The Parliamentary Committee on Europe and Foreign Affairs approved a draft law on the freedom of establishment and provision of services in Albania. The legislation aims to align domestic rules with European Union market regulations. Lawmaker Anila Denaj, who sponsored the bill, said the reform strengthens …
TIRANA, April 21 – The Government of Kosova approved a draft law on Monday ratifying agreements with the Council of Ministers of Albania for the organisation of the Mediterranean Games “Prishtina 2030”. The decision marks a formal step in joint preparations for the event. Kosova Prime Minister Albin Kurti said …
Albulena Haxhiu authorized the deployment of the Kosovo Security Force to Gaza. She approved participation in an international stabilization mission. The Kosovo Parliament previously approved the decision. Kosovo will join a multinational peacekeeping force. Haxhiu said Kosovo takes responsibility for global peace and security. She said the country now contributes …
TIRANA, April 21 – United States President Donald Trump praised Kosova’s contribution to ending conflicts in a letter addressed to former Kosova President Vjosa Osmani at the end of her mandate. Osmani published the letter dated 8 April. Trump highlighted Kosova’s involvement in international peace and stability initiatives. He said …
Laura Saro said tourism acts as a form of cultural diplomacy between people and economies. She spoke at the first Albite conference, where AIDA took part. She said tourism connects cultures and builds long-term relationships. She linked tourism to economic development and international cooperation. Saro emphasized authentic experiences. She highlighted …
TIRANA, April 21 – Albanian weightlifter Enkileda Carja has been named Europe’s Rising Star of 2025 at the European Weightlifting Championships in Batumi. The award highlights her performances across major international competitions during the year. Carja won medals at world, European, and Balkan championships, along with the Solidarity Games in …
TIRANA, April 21 – Lawmakers from Italy’s ruling party Fratelli d’Italia visited a migrant facility in Gjadër, northern Albania, to assess its operations. The centre serves as a pre-removal detention site for migrants whose asylum requests Italy has rejected. The delegation included senior members of the Italian Chamber of Deputies …
TIRANA, April 21 – Albania’s State Police and the General Inspectorate signed a cooperation agreement on Tuesday to strengthen joint action against illegal construction, environmental crime and labour violations. The deal also covers food safety, medicines and medical equipment oversight. The agreement sets a framework for coordinated inspections and enforcement …
TIRANA, April 21 – Heavy rainfall in recent hours has caused flooding in several urban areas of the northern Albanian city of Lezha. Water accumulation disrupted movement for residents and vehicles across affected zones. Authorities reported the most severe conditions in the “Besëlidhja” and “Skënderbeg” neighbourhoods. Drainage systems struggled to …
TIRANA, April 21 – The European Wrestling Championships for seniors kicks off in Tirana, hosting more than 600 athletes from 38 countries from April 20 to 26, 2026. The event takes place at the Olympic Park “Feti Borova,” where the official opening ceremony marked the start of competitions. Organizers scheduled …