international relations

Greece and Kosovo’s budding relationship

Frequent visits to Prishtina and Athens by Greek and Kosovo officials have left many wondering if recognition is on the horizon.

Football match lays bare Spain’s disastrous policy towards Kosovo

Madrid’s constant opposition to Kosovo on the international stage has produced little more than political embarrassment, and Spain must understand that diplomatic cordiality can be possible even without recognition.

Kosovo experiences backlash over Jerusalem embassy plans

Prime Minister Hoti’s commitment to opening an embassy in Jerusalem has drawn sharp criticism from the EU and Turkey, with analysts warning that it may cause problems for Kosovo’s diplomatic efforts further down the line.

Kosovo and western decline: 1999-2019

NATO’s intervention in Kosovo was an act of symbolic importance for the West’s ‘narrative of success.’ 20 years later, Kosovo is still waiting for the transformative power of the West to catch on.

Scrapping state recognition: What alternatives exist for Kosovo?

As recognition efforts grow stagnant and EU accession remains out of reach, experts argue that Kosovo could ensure greater benefits by joining international organizations that deal with ‘smaller, technical’ issues.