Serbians must be overjoyed to learn of the EU's sudden commitment to territorial integrity and I am sure they eagerly await the subsequent statement from the EU affirming Kosovo's status as a part of Serbia. Right?
Joint statement of EU Commission president and European Council president ec.europa.eu/commission/p...
January 17, 2026 at 11:32 PM
Serbians must be overjoyed to learn of the EU's sudden commitment to territorial integrity and I am sure they eagerly await the subsequent statement from the EU affirming Kosovo's status as a part of Serbia. Right?
Napoli v Sassuolo in Serie A this morning - Serbia’s goalkeeper v Kosovo’s goalkeeper… if only the US had a mildly functional goalkeeper to intervene
January 17, 2026 at 5:46 PM
Napoli v Sassuolo in Serie A this morning - Serbia’s goalkeeper v Kosovo’s goalkeeper… if only the US had a mildly functional goalkeeper to intervene
Kosovo PM Albin Kurti said the next step is integrating Serbian parallel education and healthcare systems into Kosovo’s legal framework, he told an ambassador
He said the move aims to strengthen institutional order and the rule of law
Kurti stressed equal access to public services for all citizens
He said the move aims to strengthen institutional order and the rule of law
Kurti stressed equal access to public services for all citizens
January 16, 2026 at 6:44 PM
Kosovo PM Albin Kurti said the next step is integrating Serbian parallel education and healthcare systems into Kosovo’s legal framework, he told an ambassador
He said the move aims to strengthen institutional order and the rule of law
Kurti stressed equal access to public services for all citizens
He said the move aims to strengthen institutional order and the rule of law
Kurti stressed equal access to public services for all citizens
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No headscarves in Kosovo's public school classrooms
Although largely Muslim, Kosovo is a secular state. While its constitution guarantees religious freedom, a government directive bans "religious uniforms" in public schools. For some, this is discriminatory.
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No headscarves in Kosovo's public school classrooms
Although largely Muslim, Kosovo is a secular state. While its constitution guarantees religious freedom, a government directive bans "religious uniforms" in public schools. For some, this is discriminatory.
www.dw.com/en/no-headsc...
No headscarves in Kosovo's public school classrooms
Although largely Muslim, Kosovo is a secular state. While its constitution guarantees religious freedom, a government directive bans "religious uniforms" in public schools. For some, this is discrimin...
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January 16, 2026 at 3:21 PM
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No headscarves in Kosovo's public school classrooms
Although largely Muslim, Kosovo is a secular state. While its constitution guarantees religious freedom, a government directive bans "religious uniforms" in public schools. For some, this is discriminatory.
www.dw.com/en/no-headsc...
No headscarves in Kosovo's public school classrooms
Although largely Muslim, Kosovo is a secular state. While its constitution guarantees religious freedom, a government directive bans "religious uniforms" in public schools. For some, this is discriminatory.
www.dw.com/en/no-headsc...
Kosovo’s Defense Minister Ejup Maqedonci has been inducted into the Hall of Fame of the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College.
The ceremony was held at Fort Leavenworth, where his portrait was unveiled and he received a certificate of honor.
The ceremony was held at Fort Leavenworth, where his portrait was unveiled and he received a certificate of honor.
January 16, 2026 at 1:50 PM
Kosovo’s Defense Minister Ejup Maqedonci has been inducted into the Hall of Fame of the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College.
The ceremony was held at Fort Leavenworth, where his portrait was unveiled and he received a certificate of honor.
The ceremony was held at Fort Leavenworth, where his portrait was unveiled and he received a certificate of honor.
Kosovo Security Force Commander Lieutenant General Bashkim Jashari visited the Iowa National Guard aviation base in the United States.
He showed interest in Black Hawk helicopters and aviation training.
Discussions focused on cooperation to strengthen Kosovo’s aviation capabilities.
He showed interest in Black Hawk helicopters and aviation training.
Discussions focused on cooperation to strengthen Kosovo’s aviation capabilities.
January 15, 2026 at 10:20 PM
Kosovo Security Force Commander Lieutenant General Bashkim Jashari visited the Iowa National Guard aviation base in the United States.
He showed interest in Black Hawk helicopters and aviation training.
Discussions focused on cooperation to strengthen Kosovo’s aviation capabilities.
He showed interest in Black Hawk helicopters and aviation training.
Discussions focused on cooperation to strengthen Kosovo’s aviation capabilities.
Vote Recount Delays Certification of Kosovo Election Result
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Ballot boxes at a vote-counting centre. Photo: Denis Sllovinja/BIRN. Hopes of a swift conclusion to Kosovo’s December 28 snap election took a blow on Tuesday after the Central Election Commission, CEC, …
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Ballot boxes at a vote-counting centre. Photo: Denis Sllovinja/BIRN. Hopes of a swift conclusion to Kosovo’s December 28 snap election took a blow on Tuesday after the Central Election Commission, CEC, …
Vote Recount Delays Certification of Kosovo Election Result - Bytes Europe
Ballot boxes at a vote-counting centre. Photo: Denis Sllovinja/BIRN.
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January 15, 2026 at 7:39 AM
Vote Recount Delays Certification of Kosovo Election Result
https://www.byteseu.com/1715279/
Ballot boxes at a vote-counting centre. Photo: Denis Sllovinja/BIRN. Hopes of a swift conclusion to Kosovo’s December 28 snap election took a blow on Tuesday after the Central Election Commission, CEC, …
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Ballot boxes at a vote-counting centre. Photo: Denis Sllovinja/BIRN. Hopes of a swift conclusion to Kosovo’s December 28 snap election took a blow on Tuesday after the Central Election Commission, CEC, …
EU envoy Peter Sørensen hopes Kosovo and Serbia will return to dialogue talks in 2026 after a year with no meetings.
He expects the quick formation of Kosovo’s Assembly and a new government.
Sørensen said the EU aims to bring both sides to the table and move the process forward.
He expects the quick formation of Kosovo’s Assembly and a new government.
Sørensen said the EU aims to bring both sides to the table and move the process forward.
January 14, 2026 at 6:12 PM
EU envoy Peter Sørensen hopes Kosovo and Serbia will return to dialogue talks in 2026 after a year with no meetings.
He expects the quick formation of Kosovo’s Assembly and a new government.
Sørensen said the EU aims to bring both sides to the table and move the process forward.
He expects the quick formation of Kosovo’s Assembly and a new government.
Sørensen said the EU aims to bring both sides to the table and move the process forward.
Kosovo’s incumbent PM reiterates conditions to EU mediator for implementation of deal with Serbia dtt-net.com/kosovos-incu...
Kosovo’s incumbent PM reiterates conditions to EU mediator for implementation of deal with Serbia
Kosovo’s incumbent PM reiterates conditions to EU mediator for implementation of deal with Serbia
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January 14, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Kosovo’s incumbent PM reiterates conditions to EU mediator for implementation of deal with Serbia dtt-net.com/kosovos-incu...
President Vjosa Osmani told EU envoy Peter Sorensen said the Kosovo–Serbia dialogue can succeed only with equal treatment of both parties.
She accused Serbia of violating agreements and undermining Kosovo’s sovereignty.
Osmani called for stronger EU engagement and progress toward candidate status.
She accused Serbia of violating agreements and undermining Kosovo’s sovereignty.
Osmani called for stronger EU engagement and progress toward candidate status.
January 14, 2026 at 11:48 AM
President Vjosa Osmani told EU envoy Peter Sorensen said the Kosovo–Serbia dialogue can succeed only with equal treatment of both parties.
She accused Serbia of violating agreements and undermining Kosovo’s sovereignty.
Osmani called for stronger EU engagement and progress toward candidate status.
She accused Serbia of violating agreements and undermining Kosovo’s sovereignty.
Osmani called for stronger EU engagement and progress toward candidate status.
"Rumors are circulating in the corridors of Brussels that #Spain will finally allow the EU Commission to give an assessment as long as the process does not force member states to immediately deal with the issue of #Kosovo's statehood."
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January 14, 2026 at 11:46 AM
"Rumors are circulating in the corridors of Brussels that #Spain will finally allow the EU Commission to give an assessment as long as the process does not force member states to immediately deal with the issue of #Kosovo's statehood."
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Urged the swift ratification of Growth Plan–related agreements to deliver benefits for 🇽🇰 Kosovo’s people. Also emphasized that the EU-facilitated Dialogue for normalization of Kosovo–Serbia relations remain essential for progress on their 🇪🇺 European integration paths.
January 14, 2026 at 10:57 AM
Urged the swift ratification of Growth Plan–related agreements to deliver benefits for 🇽🇰 Kosovo’s people. Also emphasized that the EU-facilitated Dialogue for normalization of Kosovo–Serbia relations remain essential for progress on their 🇪🇺 European integration paths.
Cars and fuel derivatives topped Kosovo’s imports in 2025, worth about €651 million and €560 million, while electricity and plastics led exports.
Other major imports included electricity (€259 million), cigarettes, steel bars, pharmaceuticals and non-alcoholic beverages.
Other major imports included electricity (€259 million), cigarettes, steel bars, pharmaceuticals and non-alcoholic beverages.
January 14, 2026 at 8:31 AM
Cars and fuel derivatives topped Kosovo’s imports in 2025, worth about €651 million and €560 million, while electricity and plastics led exports.
Other major imports included electricity (€259 million), cigarettes, steel bars, pharmaceuticals and non-alcoholic beverages.
Other major imports included electricity (€259 million), cigarettes, steel bars, pharmaceuticals and non-alcoholic beverages.
Spain may allow the European Union to move forward with reviewing Kosovo’s EU membership application.
Spain remains a key obstacle due to its non-recognition of Kosovo’s independence.
Since enlargement requires unanimity, Kosovo’s progress depends on shifts by non-recognizing EU states.
Spain remains a key obstacle due to its non-recognition of Kosovo’s independence.
Since enlargement requires unanimity, Kosovo’s progress depends on shifts by non-recognizing EU states.
January 13, 2026 at 6:41 PM
Spain may allow the European Union to move forward with reviewing Kosovo’s EU membership application.
Spain remains a key obstacle due to its non-recognition of Kosovo’s independence.
Since enlargement requires unanimity, Kosovo’s progress depends on shifts by non-recognizing EU states.
Spain remains a key obstacle due to its non-recognition of Kosovo’s independence.
Since enlargement requires unanimity, Kosovo’s progress depends on shifts by non-recognizing EU states.
Kosovo PM Albin Kurti met NATO Commander Gen. George M. Wikoff, emphasizing that Kosovo’s security begins at its borders.
He called Kosovo a success story of NATO’s intervention, liberation and independence.
Kurti reaffirmed Kosovo’s commitment to close cooperation with NATO for regional stability
He called Kosovo a success story of NATO’s intervention, liberation and independence.
Kurti reaffirmed Kosovo’s commitment to close cooperation with NATO for regional stability
January 13, 2026 at 2:04 PM
Kosovo PM Albin Kurti met NATO Commander Gen. George M. Wikoff, emphasizing that Kosovo’s security begins at its borders.
He called Kosovo a success story of NATO’s intervention, liberation and independence.
Kurti reaffirmed Kosovo’s commitment to close cooperation with NATO for regional stability
He called Kosovo a success story of NATO’s intervention, liberation and independence.
Kurti reaffirmed Kosovo’s commitment to close cooperation with NATO for regional stability
Barbano had the pleasure of hosting him & KFOR Commander, Major General Özkan Ulutaş, to discuss the excellent EULEX-KFOR ongoing cooperation & coordination on the ground within the framework of Kosovo's three-tiered security responder mechanism.
January 13, 2026 at 12:29 PM
Barbano had the pleasure of hosting him & KFOR Commander, Major General Özkan Ulutaş, to discuss the excellent EULEX-KFOR ongoing cooperation & coordination on the ground within the framework of Kosovo's three-tiered security responder mechanism.
President Vjosa Osmani met NATO’s Joint Force Command Naples commander, George M. Wikoff, stressing Kosovo’s security concerns
Osmani cited Serbia’s destabilizing actions, including the Banjska and Ibër-Lepenc attacks.
She thanked NATO and the U.S., praising KFOR’s role in ensuring security.
Osmani cited Serbia’s destabilizing actions, including the Banjska and Ibër-Lepenc attacks.
She thanked NATO and the U.S., praising KFOR’s role in ensuring security.
January 12, 2026 at 6:24 PM
President Vjosa Osmani met NATO’s Joint Force Command Naples commander, George M. Wikoff, stressing Kosovo’s security concerns
Osmani cited Serbia’s destabilizing actions, including the Banjska and Ibër-Lepenc attacks.
She thanked NATO and the U.S., praising KFOR’s role in ensuring security.
Osmani cited Serbia’s destabilizing actions, including the Banjska and Ibër-Lepenc attacks.
She thanked NATO and the U.S., praising KFOR’s role in ensuring security.
Almost 27 years on, the war in Kosovo's wounds are still open.
✍ “The village of war widows”: how women in Kosovo rebuilt life after war
🇪🇸 reporter @lolagarciaajofrin.bsky.social went to visit the women who were left alone after their husbands and partners were abducted and killed by the Serbian militias during the 1999 #Kosovo war.
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🇪🇸 reporter @lolagarciaajofrin.bsky.social went to visit the women who were left alone after their husbands and partners were abducted and killed by the Serbian militias during the 1999 #Kosovo war.
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January 12, 2026 at 4:24 PM
Almost 27 years on, the war in Kosovo's wounds are still open.
Kosovo’s GDP has grown from €5.6 billion in 2015 to €11.1 billion today.
The year 2025 ended with 3.9% economic growth.
The Central Bank forecasts 4.1% growth for this year.
Growth is expected to be driven by private consumption, a gradual recovery in exports and easing inflation.
The year 2025 ended with 3.9% economic growth.
The Central Bank forecasts 4.1% growth for this year.
Growth is expected to be driven by private consumption, a gradual recovery in exports and easing inflation.
January 11, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Kosovo’s GDP has grown from €5.6 billion in 2015 to €11.1 billion today.
The year 2025 ended with 3.9% economic growth.
The Central Bank forecasts 4.1% growth for this year.
Growth is expected to be driven by private consumption, a gradual recovery in exports and easing inflation.
The year 2025 ended with 3.9% economic growth.
The Central Bank forecasts 4.1% growth for this year.
Growth is expected to be driven by private consumption, a gradual recovery in exports and easing inflation.
Albin Kurti, the prime minister, saw a resounding win in Kosovo’s recent parliamentary election. He won much of his support by showily standing up to Serbia. But defiance has consequences
Kosovo’s election shows its democracy is solid
Albin Kurti’s win improves relations with the EU, though not with Serbia
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January 11, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Albin Kurti, the prime minister, saw a resounding win in Kosovo’s recent parliamentary election. He won much of his support by showily standing up to Serbia. But defiance has consequences
Serbia is afraid of Kosovo’s new weapons
https://www.byteseu.com/1702961/
Serbia is very concerned that Kosovo is arming itself. Moreover, it sees as a threat to itself the fact that the latter has reportedly invested 430 million euros in equipment and armaments. The recent shipments that …
https://www.byteseu.com/1702961/
Serbia is very concerned that Kosovo is arming itself. Moreover, it sees as a threat to itself the fact that the latter has reportedly invested 430 million euros in equipment and armaments. The recent shipments that …
Serbia is afraid of Kosovo's new weapons - Bytes Europe
Serbia is very concerned that Kosovo is arming itself. Moreover, it sees as a threat to itself the fact that the latter has reportedly invested 430 million
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January 11, 2026 at 3:52 AM
Serbia is afraid of Kosovo’s new weapons
https://www.byteseu.com/1702961/
Serbia is very concerned that Kosovo is arming itself. Moreover, it sees as a threat to itself the fact that the latter has reportedly invested 430 million euros in equipment and armaments. The recent shipments that …
https://www.byteseu.com/1702961/
Serbia is very concerned that Kosovo is arming itself. Moreover, it sees as a threat to itself the fact that the latter has reportedly invested 430 million euros in equipment and armaments. The recent shipments that …
Serbia says it is alarmed by Kosovo’s recent acquisition of new weapons and military equipment.
Belgrade claims the build-up increases regional tensions and violates UN Resolution 1244.
Kosovo insists the Kosovo Security Force is defensive and developed in line with partners.
Belgrade claims the build-up increases regional tensions and violates UN Resolution 1244.
Kosovo insists the Kosovo Security Force is defensive and developed in line with partners.
January 10, 2026 at 6:44 PM
Serbia says it is alarmed by Kosovo’s recent acquisition of new weapons and military equipment.
Belgrade claims the build-up increases regional tensions and violates UN Resolution 1244.
Kosovo insists the Kosovo Security Force is defensive and developed in line with partners.
Belgrade claims the build-up increases regional tensions and violates UN Resolution 1244.
Kosovo insists the Kosovo Security Force is defensive and developed in line with partners.
The Director of the U.S. Army National Guard, Lt. Gen. Jonathan M. Stubbs, visited Kosovo and met with KSF Commander Lt. Gen. Bashkim Jashari.
They reaffirmed close cooperation, joint training, and interoperability.
The partnership was highlighted as a key success for Kosovo’s security.
They reaffirmed close cooperation, joint training, and interoperability.
The partnership was highlighted as a key success for Kosovo’s security.
January 10, 2026 at 9:21 AM
The Director of the U.S. Army National Guard, Lt. Gen. Jonathan M. Stubbs, visited Kosovo and met with KSF Commander Lt. Gen. Bashkim Jashari.
They reaffirmed close cooperation, joint training, and interoperability.
The partnership was highlighted as a key success for Kosovo’s security.
They reaffirmed close cooperation, joint training, and interoperability.
The partnership was highlighted as a key success for Kosovo’s security.
Shaking his fist at Serbia may help Albin Kurti, Kosovo’s prime minister, win elections, but to bring his country prosperity he will need a more amicable relationship
Kosovo’s election shows its democracy is solid
Albin Kurti’s win improves relations with the EU, though not with Serbia
econ.st
January 10, 2026 at 9:20 AM
Shaking his fist at Serbia may help Albin Kurti, Kosovo’s prime minister, win elections, but to bring his country prosperity he will need a more amicable relationship