Western Balkans
EU’s Kallas mediates Kosovo-Serbia talks amid heightened tensions
The new High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas, held separate meetings on Tuesday with Kosovo’s Prime Minister Albin Kurti and Serbia’s President Aleksandar...
Albanian Prime Minister attends key EU-Balkans meeting in Brussels
Prime Minister Edi Rama is in Brussels today to meet with the new President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, as part of a high-level informal dinner with Western Balkan...
Explosions in Northern Kosovo spark harsh condemnation amid growing tensions
According to reports in Kosovar media, a powerful explosion struck the Ibër-Lepenc canal in Zubin Potok, northern Kosovo last night causing significant damage to the strategically critical infrastructure. The attack...
Kosovo PM warns of Serbian aggression amid rising tensions and internal challenges
Kosovo’s Prime Minister Albin Kurti has warned of Serbia’s alleged ambitions to destabilize the Western Balkans, accusing Belgrade of pursuing a renewed agenda of regional hegemony under the guise of...
Albania hosts Western Balkans Open Government Meeting for the First Time
Albania hosted the Western Balkans Open Government Partnership (OGP) meeting in Tirana, marking the first time this significant regional event has taken place in the country. The focus: advancing transparency,...
Kosovo FM warns against compromise in Ukraine conflict
Kosovo’s Foreign Minister, Donika Gërvalla, issued a strong warning about the dangers of compromise in Ukraine’s battle against Russian aggression during a speech at the Democracy Forum in Vilnius, Lithuania....
Foreign Minister: Albania working for EU membership before 2030
Albania aims to join the European Union earlier than the 2030 target, announced the Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Igli Hasani, in an interview on North Macedonia’s “Alsat” TV. ...
European Commission approves Reform Agendas of Western Balkans countries, clearing the path for payments under the Reform and Growth Facility
On Wednesday, the Commission approved the Reform Agendas of Albania, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia. In these agendas, the five Western Balkan governments commit to implementing socio-economic and fundamental...
EU Commission President kicks off Balkan tour in Tirana
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen began her Balkan tour in Tirana. The decision to start in Albania reflects the country’s positive developments in its EU membership process. Last...
Ursula von der Leyen to tour Western Balkans next weeek
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is set to embark on a tour of the Western Balkans next week, visiting six countries in the region. Why is this important: The...