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 …
Thaci in a meeting with Montenegro PM criticises Kosovo politicians
Kosovo President Hashim Thaci, during the meeting with Montenegro Prime Minister Dusko Markovic on Thursday urged Kosovo politicians to unite and ratify the Agreement on border demarcation with Montenegro. Original post Here
Kosovo Parliament solemn session on Sunday, Albanian PM Rama invited
Kosovo Parliament is set to hold a solemn session on Sunday on 10th anniversary of Kosovo’s Independence. One of the guests invited in this session is also Albanian Prime Minister, Edi Rama. Original post Here
Kosovo faces Turkey tonight at 20:45 at Prishtina’s “Fadil Vokrri” Stadium. The match is part of the 2026 World Cup play-offs, hosted by the USA, Mexico, and Canada. President Bajram Begaj wished the Kosovo team success. “Heart in Prishtina. Go, Kosovo!” Begaj wrote on social media. The match is seen …
Prime Minister Edi Rama, also Socialist Party leader, announced the creation of a state oil company. He said it will transform the hydrocarbon market and protect consumers. At the Socialist Party Assembly in Unit 7, Rama addressed rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict. He explained that removing …
Prime Minister Edi Rama, also Socialist Party leader, said today that Albania fights corruption more than ever. He credited government reforms that make systems less vulnerable to corruption. At the Socialist Party Assembly in Unit 7, Rama highlighted that Albania leads the region in public procurement quality. Ministries and agencies …
Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha said Albania faces no blockage in its EU accession process. He stressed that the country has advanced in closing chapters, but member states make the final decisions. “Reforms are our key to joining the European family,” Hoxha told Top Channel. He rejected claims of any obstacles …
Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj attended the presentation of a report on Albanian businesses’ readiness for the EU single market. She called it the starting point for a new support program for the private sector. The program will guide businesses over the next four years. It will help them …
Albania participated in the 2026 OECD Global Forum on Anti-Corruption and Integrity in Paris, the Public Administration Department (DAP) announced. Marcela Kërëku, Director of Integrity, Oversight, and Administrative and Judicial Complaints at DAP, represented the country. She highlighted integrity as a key factor for competitiveness and development. During the session …
Prime Minister Edi Rama, also Socialist Party (PS) leader, said PS will succeed in the next local elections. At the PS Assembly in Unit 7, Rama said, “We start preparing for elections long before others. When others watch us, we focus on ourselves.” He added the party balances election planning …
Prime Minister Edi Rama, also Socialist Party leader, said Albania’s EU negotiation process is on track. At the PS Assembly in Unit 7, Rama rejected media claims of a stalled integration. “These reports are 100% false,” he said. He added, “We follow an agreed calendar with the EU. The European …
Italian newspaper Corriere dello Sport describes Kosovo as a Balkan fairy tale, a mix of roots, departures, returns, and children scattered across Europe. Kosovo dreams of its first World Cup, and today, that goal in America no longer seems distant. The dramatic 4-3 victory over Slovakia, which boosted the team’s …
Speaker of Parliament Niko Peleshi met today with co-rapporteurs of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, Ionut-Marian Stroe and Pavel Jablonski, to discuss Albania’s reform progress and democratic standards. During the meeting, Peleshi highlighted that since exiting the monitoring system in April 2024, Albania has made significant advances …