Kosovo Prime Minister Albin Kurti’s Vetevendosje party secured the largest share of votes in Kosovo’s snap parliamentary election, but fell short of winning enough support to govern alone.

With results from nearly all polling stations counted, Vetevendosje received around 43% of the vote, ahead of the Democratic Party of Kosovo (PDK) on 21% and the Democratic League of Kosovo (LDK) on 17%.

Key developments:

  • Vetevendosje’s vote share declined from its previous election result.
  • The election was triggered after political parties failed to elect a new president within the constitutional deadline.
  • Opposition parties previously boycotted parliamentary sessions, preventing a valid presidential vote.
  • Political instability continues to affect Kosovo’s economy and its aspirations for closer integration with the European Union.

The election highlights ongoing challenges in government formation and institutional stability, while relations between Pristina and Belgrade remain a key factor in both sides’ EU membership ambitions.

ℹ️ DW News

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