Media should focus on COVID-19, not political drama

Despite the devastating repercussions that the coronavirus outbreak has had on people’s lives, the Kosovo media continues to focus on political games instead of discussions about how to salvage the economy.

Perparim Isufi

A ‘different’ narrative of the war

Public reaction to Shkelzen Gashi’s comments on the KLA and his subsequent dismissal as an adviser to Albin Kurti demonstrate that even 21 years after the Kosovo war, it is still dangerous to open discussions on war crimes in a society where a culture of impunity has taken root.

Hana Marku

This America is no friend to Kosovo

November’s election in the United States presents a unique opportunity for the Kosovo diaspora to take a stand against the Trump administration's regressive foreign policy in Kosovo spearheaded by the nonsensical approach of special envoy Richard Grenell.

Gjylieta Mushkolaj

Standing strong in the face of political games

Kosovo marks the twelfth anniversary of its Constitution entering into force while facing another political crisis concurrent with a public health emergency. Nevertheless, the Constitution and its court have always ensured that political crises do not become constitutional crises.

Visar Xhambazi

Lajcak’s clock is already ticking

The new special envoy for the Kosovo-Serbia dialogue has been given little time to restore faith in the EU’s ability to normalise relations between the two states, especially when facing a global pandemic, political crises and pressure from the other side of the Atlantic.

Mikra Krasniqi

How Trump’s America Humiliates Kosovo

Dignity is a right enshrined in many modern democracies, including the Kosovo Constitution, but sadly it is something many of Kosovo’s politicians seem to forget in its dealings with the United States.

Mikra Krasniqi

Pandemic journal

Reflections on trauma, isolation, and past pandemics.

Blerim Vela

The government’s downfall leaves Kosovo politics in turmoil

In the midst of a public health crisis due to the coronavirus pandemic, Kosovo enters into another political crisis, opening a number of questions about the formation of the next government and the future of the Kosovo-Serbia dialogue.

Shqipe Gjocaj

The ‘father figures’ of Kosovo politics

The unquestioned authority of patriarchal leaders extends far deeper into Kosovo’s political culture than one of the prime minister’s nicknames.

Aidan Hehir

The right way to lead the dialogue

The Kosovo Government’s eagerness to take a leading role in the dialogue with Serbia should be welcomed, but it must now be cautious of acceding to US demands just to placate its international allies.

Eurisa Rukovci

Preventing panic

As well as containing the virus, it is important to tackle the mental stresses and strains of a pandemic, including retaining a sense of self-control.

Jeta Xharra

A call to tear down the walls of bureaucracy

A how-to from BIRN’s Jeta Xharra on obtaining public documents in Kosovo: “First, you need running shoes. Second, oil yourself up like a wrestler, so you can slip out of the grasp of anyone who tries to grab you as you escape.”

Eraldin Fazliu

Questioning US policy is not anti-Americanism

Kosovo can still be an ally of Washington’s and pursue its own vital interests at the same time.

Gëzim Visoka

How can Kosovo respond to Serbia’s derecognition campaign?

Kosovo must find a way to fight back against Serbia’s derecognition campaign, challenging its falsehoods and being open about its consequences.

Nevena Radosavljevic

The hounding of a 17-year-old boy

The case of footballer Ilija Ivic, who has seen he and his family persecuted after accepting an invitation to join Kosovo’s under-19 team, is the latest example of Serbia dictating how Kosovo Serbs can and cannot interact with Kosovo’s institutions.

Aidan Hehir

Redrawing Kosovo’s foreign policy

The Jamaica debacle and events at the Munich Security Forum have laid bare the embarrassing state of Kosovo’s diplomatic efforts and highlight the need for a new, holistic strategy on foreign affairs.

Fjolla Hoxha

An automatic decision to learn how to flip

Kosova is about to turn 12: the growing pains of an adolescent struggling with a past she is scared to confront, while others control her every move, she grapples with the future and accepting that her journey to ‘becoming’ is just as important as the destination.

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