The Surprising Trajectory of Albania and Kosovo EU Membership

 Demush Shasha

If the last six years hold what the future will look like, then Albania and Kosovo are the first Western Balkans countries set to join the EU.

Adelina Hasani

Unveiling the Parallel: Serbia’s Failed Attempt to Imitate Russia’s Strategy with Neighbours

Serbian authorities attempted to legitimize the terrorist attack in the north of Kosovo by presenting it as an effort to protect Serb minorities from the ethnic cleansing in Kosovo. This narrative draws parallels to the Russian Federation's legitimation attempts for its aggression against neighboring countries, as in the case of Ukraine.
Gjergj Erebara

False Attempt at the ‘Rashomon Effect’ in Edi Rama’s Stance towards Kosovo

Albanian PM Rama is attempting to provide alternative facts for what is happening in Kosovo by exaggerating and trying to present himself as a misunderstood hero in the midst of this exaggeration. However, in the situation in Kosovo, things are too straightforward and clear to create such a fog and use the Rashomon Effect.

Demush Shasha

Europe’s Napoleonic Moment of Enlargement 

Again, like in the early 2000s questions are raised about “absorption capacity”, “institutional reform” and “economic cost” of the new wave of enlargement. Rather than serious discussion points, these debates are natural reflexes of the EU's geopolitical coming of age. They represent EU’s doubts about itself and destiny that history has graced it with: Europe united and at peace.
Shpat Balaj

Can Kosovo Local Serbs Escape Political Instrumentalization? 

From political instrumentalization to marginalization, the Serbian community in Kosovo struggles to shape its own political destiny. The influence of Serbia through groups of organized crime and the Serbian Orthodox Church mutes the political agency of local Serbs. 
Isabelle Fennema

Living in Kosovo Has Left Me With High Standards for Hospitality

Having spent my formative years with a Kosovar family, I found myself immersed in a world of warmth, openness, and kindness. Now, years later, I delve deep into the roots of their enduring traditions and the enchanting concept of "besë"—a beacon of honor and hospitality that has stood the test of time.
Elliot Engel

The U.S. Should Stand With Kosovo

Washington’s desire for Balkan stability has overtaken its support for democracy, the rule of law, and anti-corruption.

Marc Weller

Are the Brussels Negotiations on Kosovo Nearing Collapse?

The EU has led what is known as the normalization dialogue between Kosovo and Serbia for over a decade. A clutch of practical, technical agreements have resulted, although only partially implemented. But the process may now be heading for its collapse in any event.
Elvin Blakaj

Learning Cannot Be Considered Theft: A Response to AI Criticism

Numerous articles discussing the advancements of Artificial Intelligence often criticize it for "stealing" human ideas and creations. In this article, Elvin Blakaj challenges this viewpoint.
Ramadan Ilazi

Assessing Kosovo-Serbia Agreement: Implementation Challenges and Potential Benefits

Examining the Agreement on the Path to Normalization between Kosovo and Serbia, this opinion article delves into the challenges of implementation, potential benefits, and the significance for regional cooperation in the Western Balkans.

Daniel Serwer

What the State Department forgot to say

This morning’s Chollet and Escobar pas de deux at the Senate Foreign Relations Committee demonstrated that the Senators who attended really know something about the Balkans. The questioning was pertinent and at times incisive. The responses were less so.

Amina Omid

A Light in the Darkness – Experiences of an Afghan Journalist in Kosovo

An Afghan woman journalist, now sheltering in Kosovo, recalls the terrifying days after the Taliban took over her homeland, closed her paper and threatened her life. 

Faik Ispahiu

The Importance of Fact-Checking and Maintaining Credibility in a World of Virtual Truths

On the International Fact-Checking Day, the executive director of Internews Kosova and founder of KALLXO.com, Faik Ispahiu, in this editorial brings his thoughts on the challenges, dilemmas and success of the organization in fighting disinformation and fake news.

Agron Demi

Power Has Corrupted Vetëvendosje’s ‘Operating Map’

In its first two years in government, Vetëvendosje has back-tracked or done nothing on almost all the issues it promised to prioritize and reform in opposition.

Josep Borrell

Belgrade-Pristina Dialogue: Time to take responsibility and move towards the EU

This Saturday, I will convene a high-level meeting of the Belgrade-Pristina Dialogue. This time is different from previous meetings. Not just because I will meet President of Serbia Aleksandar Vučić and Prime Minister of Kosovo Albin Kurti in the region, in Ohrid, North Macedonia, instead of in the familiar halls of the European External Action Service in Brussels. But also, because we will focus our discussion on the Implementation Annex of the recent EU Agreement that will result in far-reaching normalisation of relations between Kosovo and Serbia. Both together will, in essence, result in normalisation of life of people in the region and open Kosovo’s and Serbia’s respective path towards joining the EU.

Demush Shasha

EU Plan Offers Serbia and Kosovo the Promise of Hope

Prime Minister Kurti and President Vucic have a chance to lead their countries towards a future they seek rather than the one they fear. If they find the courage to lead their people where they have not yet been, history will judge them kindly.

Daniel Serwer

How to assess a Prishtina/Belgrade agreement?

An important meeting between Kosovo and Serbian leaders is expected to take place in Brussels on Monday, and parties are expected to sign a normalization of relations agreement. We bring the opinion of Daniel Serwer on the issue, including the way in which the Association of Serb-majority Municipalities should be accepted and the outcomes that may result from Monday’s meeting.

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