Vucic: If dialogue means recognizing Kosovo – then thanks, bye
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic speaking in Davos on Thursday said that if somebody thinks the idea of the normalisation of relations between Belgrade and Pristina means merely Serbia having to recognize Kosovo, and that’s that – “then – thanks, goodbye.” Original post Here
US Embassy officials meeting MPs individually
Officials of the US Embassy in Pristina were seen on Thursday in the Assembly building, meeting MPs individually. It is likely they have informed the MPs about direct consequences if they proceed with the plan to repeal the Law on Specialist Chambers and Specialist Prosecution Office. Original post Here
40 activists leave Vetevendosje
Vetevendosje activist Teuta Rrusta said that she along with 39 other activists of the movement, who have had different duties in almost all municipalities, are no longer members of Vetevendosje. Original post Here
Scott: Peace in the region depends from both Pristina and Belgrade
The EU-facilitated dialogue between Pristina and Belgrade on normalization of relations between the two states should continue despite the shock that the murder of the Kosovo politician Oliver Ivanovic has caused, said US Ambassador to Serbia Kyle Scott. Original post Here
Thaci and Vucic discuss in Davos continuation of dialogue
Kosovo President Hashim Thaci who is attending the World Economic Forum in Davos met also his Serbian counterpart, Aleksandar Vucic when they discussed on resumption of the high level dialogue in Brussels. Original post Here
Kosovo MPs, who asked abolition of Specialist Chambers, put in visa-ban blacklist
Members of Parliament who signed the initiative to abrogate the Law on Kosovo Specialist Chambers and Specialist Prosecution Office are put on the visa-ban blacklist by friendly countries of Kosovo, Gazeta Express has learned from diplomatic sources. Original post Here
PM Haradinaj: Kosovo Government will not be held accountable to ambassadors
The Government of Kosovo will not be held accountable to ambassadors but to the Assembly on the decision it takes, said Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj. Original post Here
Albanian PM: Kosovo Specialist Chambers irreversible process
Albanian Prime Minister, Edi Rama, who is attending World Economic Forum in Davos of Switzerlandm said that the Law on Kosovo Specialist Chambers and Specialist Prosecution Office will not be abrogated. Original post Here
Kosovo takes over as CEFTA chair
Kosovo has taken over as chair of the Central European Free Trade Agreement (CEFTA) during a ceremony held on Wednesday in Brussels. Original post Here
Apostolova: Nobody is above the law
Presenting a report on judicial system, the Head of the EU Office, Nataliya Apostolova, said that nobody is above the law in Kosovo. Original post Here
Tirana will soon open its doors to the sights, sounds, and flavors of Arabia. From 16 to 20 September 2025, the Palace of Congresses will transform into a vibrant stage for Saudi Cultural Week, a five-day celebration of art, heritage, and creativity hosted by the Saudi Ministry of Culture. The festival promises to be more …
Albania’s hosting of an exiled Iranian opposition group was never likely to be easy. Now it’s under criminal investigation. Original post Here
Our selection of Balkan Insight Premium stories this week sheds light on police brutality, hidden influence, strained bilateral relations and other turbulent issues across the region. Original post Here
The city of Durres on Albania’s Adriatic coast boasts a fine selection of Roman-era mosaics. But due to a lack of initiative by the local authorities, progress has been slow to preserve them and make them available for the public to view. Original post Here
As Mediterranean fire seasons grow in intensity, Albania’s government faces calls to invest in firefighting and reforestation. Original post Here
Interview with Migen Qiraxhi, Project Manager at Qëndresa Qytetare, July 17 In Albania, where higher education is often portrayed as a bridge to opportunity and European integration, the reality on the ground tells a darker story. Behind university gates, corruption, nepotism, and political interference have quietly hollowed out institutions that …
Our selection of Balkan Insight Premium stories this week sheds light on police brutality, hidden influence, strained bilateral relations and a whole lot more. Original post Here
From data leaks and criminal hacks to smear campaigns, BIRN’s digital rights monitoring team documented widespread privacy violations and assaults on freedom of speech across Southeast Europe in July. Original post Here
As fires rage at overflowing and often illegal landfills in Albania, companies with criminal connections keep securing waste management contracts with the state. Original post Here
Across the region, our selection of this week’s Balkan Insight Premium stories suggests that alarm bells are going off in many countries – and not only because of the wildfires. Original post Here