Western Balkans

PM Rama’s Misguided Diplomacy on Kosovo

The Albanian Prime Minister’s suggestions have largely and consistently proven not to be in Kosovo’s best interest October 29, 2025 By Veton Suroi Last week, Albania’s Prime Minister Edi Rama offered a

2 weeks ago

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Western Balkans

Serbia on Edge as Vučić’s Legitimacy Crumbles

As Serbia grapples with one of its most volatile moments in recent political history, the warning signs of regime decay are hard to ignore. The recent student-led protests, marred by repression, nationalist

5 months ago

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Western Balkans

Western Powers Push to Turn Balkans into Migrant Buffer Zone, Stirring Rights Alarm

TIRANA TIMES, May 27, Albania — A growing wave of Western efforts to outsource the handling of rejected asylum seekers is turning the Western Balkans into what rights groups now describe as

6 months ago

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PM Rama’s Misguided Diplomacy on Kosovo

Op-Ed·Western Balkans

2 weeks ago

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Serbia on Edge as Vučić’s Legitimacy Crumbles

Western Balkans

5 months ago

4 mins read

Western Powers Push to Turn Balkans into Migrant Buffer Zone, Stirring Rights Alarm

Western Balkans

TIRANA TIMES, May 27, Albania — A growing wave of Western efforts to outsource the handling of rejected asylum seekers is turning the Western Balkans into what rights groups now describe as

6 months ago

4 mins read

News Analysis: Kosovo Parliament Fails Again to Elect Speaker, Highlighting Deepening Partisan Divides and Institutional Fragility

Main·Western Balkans

Tirana, Tirana Times, April 27 — Kosovo’s political deadlock deepened further on Sunday as the Parliament failed once again to elect a Speaker and officially constitute the Assembly, despite seven attempts. The

7 months ago

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Trump’s New Tariffs and Their Impact on Albania and the Western Balkans

Headline·Western Balkans

TIRANA, April 4, 2025 — President Donald Trump’s sweeping new tariffs on global trade partners have sparked concern and debate across Europe and the Western Balkans, with Albania finding itself in an

8 months ago

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What is the aim of the Declaration on military cooperation between Croatia, Albania and Kosovo?

Western Balkans

Albania, Croatia and Kosovo signed a joint declaration of cooperation on defence on 18 March in Tirana, which sparked anger among the Serbian officials, who interpreted such a move as a threat

8 months ago

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News Analysis: A Geopolitical Shift in the Western Balkans?

Op-Ed·Premium·Western Balkans

Trilateral Defense Pact Between Albania, Croatia, and Kosovo Redefines Regional Security Architecture? A new security alignment is taking shape in Southeastern Europe, as three nations deepen military cooperation—sparking regional tensions and redefining

8 months ago

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Albania, Croatia, and Kosovo Sign Defense Agreement: A New Military Alliance in the Balkans?

Headline·Main·Western Balkans

By Tirana Times TIRANA, Albania, March 19th— Albania, Croatia, and Kosovo have signed a joint declaration aimed at strengthening defense and security cooperation, marking a significant geopolitical development in the Western Balkans.

8 months ago

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Vetvendosje wins Kosovo elections, loses comfortable majority

News·Region·Western Balkans

Feb 10, 2025 The Vetvendosje Party led by Prime Minister Albin Kurti has claimed victory in the round of general elections held in Kosovo on February 9. With around 90 percent of

9 months ago

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Western Balkans

PM Rama’s Misguided Diplomacy on Kosovo

Serbia on Edge as Vučić’s Legitimacy Crumbles

Western Powers Push to Turn Balkans into Migrant Buffer Zone, Stirring Rights Alarm

PM Rama’s Misguided Diplomacy on Kosovo

Serbia on Edge as Vučić’s Legitimacy Crumbles

Western Powers Push to Turn Balkans into Migrant Buffer Zone, Stirring Rights Alarm

News Analysis: Kosovo Parliament Fails Again to Elect Speaker, Highlighting Deepening Partisan Divides and Institutional Fragility

Trump’s New Tariffs and Their Impact on Albania and the Western Balkans

What is the aim of the Declaration on military cooperation between Croatia, Albania and Kosovo?

News Analysis: A Geopolitical Shift in the Western Balkans?

Albania, Croatia, and Kosovo Sign Defense Agreement: A New Military Alliance in the Balkans?

Vetvendosje wins Kosovo elections, loses comfortable majority

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News Analysis: A Geopolitical Shift in the Western Balkans?

Vetvendosje wins Kosovo elections, loses comfortable majority

Albania, Croatia, and Kosovo Sign Defense Agreement: A New Military Alliance in the Balkans?

What is the aim of the Declaration on military cooperation between Croatia, Albania and Kosovo?

News Analysis: Kosovo Parliament Fails Again to Elect Speaker, Highlighting Deepening Partisan Divides and Institutional Fragility

Trump’s New Tariffs and Their Impact on Albania and the Western Balkans

Western Powers Push to Turn Balkans into Migrant Buffer Zone, Stirring Rights Alarm

Serbia on Edge as Vučić’s Legitimacy Crumbles

PM Rama’s Misguided Diplomacy on Kosovo

Deputy PM Balluku Suspended as SPAK Probe Widens

Balluku Charges Test PM Rama’s Power

Constitutional Court Overturns Dismissal: Veliaj Formally Reinstated as Tirana Mayor