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Kosovo Braces for Local Polls Amid Media Censorship Outrage

A decision to not grant accreditation to multiple Serbian-language media outlets wishing to cover Sunday’s local elections in Kosovo has sparked strong condemnations from NGOs and international community.

Belgrade-Backed Kosovo Serb Party Barred from Running in October’s Local Polls

Kosovo’s Central Election Commission rejected the Srpska Lista party’s application to compete in the October 12 local elections, sparking expressions of concern from Western diplomats.

Ballot boxes delivered to the vote counting center on February 11, 2025. Photo: BIRN

EU Observers Hail Peaceful and Vibrant Kosovo Elections, Criticise Harsh Rhetoric

The EU election observation team labeled Kosovo's February 9 parliamentary elections as peaceful and vibrant overall despite harsh rhetoric by political parties and interference from Serbia.

Kosovo committee removes 86 candidates from local election lists

The Central Election Committee decertified dozens of candidates for municipal mayors and councilors due to their criminal records.