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Wednesday, June 3, 2026
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LDK leader: "Let's try unity. It might not be so bad"
Pristina, June 9, 2025 – On the eve of the 29th session of the Assembly, the leader of the Democratic League of Kosovo has reiterated his call for the creation of a Unity Government, emphasizing that the political crisis that has been going on for more than three months should be treated as an opportunity for cooperation and collective responsibility.
“Amidst the party battles that do not match anywhere, one truth clearly shouts to us: no one, after three months, has a majority,” he said. “Therefore, the 29th attempt will end without an epilogue – only as a prologue to the next one.”In his public statement, the LDK leader made a direct appeal to the leaders of Vetëvendosje, PDK, AAK and Nisma to seriously return to the proposal for the creation of an inclusive government.
“I continue to repeat my call to the leaders… to return to my proposal for a Unity Government. To evaluate it carefully.” Emphasizing the need for dialogue and compromise, he expressed his belief that a common solution is possible. “I continue to believe that we can sit down, talk and agree on a common solution. This crisis can serve as an opportunity for us.”
As a concrete step towards this goal, he announced that during this week he will present a 15-point Agenda, as a cooperation platform for all parties, without exception. “After finalizing the internal consultations, I will come up with a 15-point Agenda – a concrete cooperation platform for the Unity Government.” In the statement, the LDK leader also provided an in-depth reflection on the country’s democratic functioning. He underlined that before any opposition balancing, the country needs a consolidated position and functioning institutions.
“Yes, Kosovo needs an opposition. Yes, Kosovo needs a democratic balance. But before both, Kosovo needs a position – a legitimate government, a functional Assembly, a working state.” Concluding on a realistic but hopeful tone, he stressed the need to break the cycle of political deadlock. "Let's try unity. It might not be so bad."
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Kosovo enters fourth month without Assembly speaker, after 24th attempt fails
More than three months have passed since the parliamentary elections held on February 9, 2025, but the Kosovo Assembly continues to remain unconstituted. Even the 24th continuation in a row, held today on May 31, has failed to produce any progress in the election of the Speaker of the Assembly.
The chairman of the session, Avni Dehari, once again attempted to form an electoral commission that would enable a secret ballot for the Speaker of the Assembly. However, the attempt failed as only 53 deputies voted in favor, an insufficient number to move on to the next phase of the procedure.
Following this failure, Dehari announced that the next attempt to constitute the Assembly will resume on June 2. The political deadlock has now entered its fourth month, deepening the institutional crisis in the country.
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PDK starts legal battle with ERO
The Democratic Party of Kosovo (PDK) has taken legal steps to challenge the decision of the Energy Regulatory Office (ERO), which foresees the transition of a large number of businesses from universal service supply to the free energy market as of June 1. PDK warns that this decision could have serious consequences for the local economy, including the loss of over 140 thousand jobs and the economic destabilization of the country.
PDK MP Abelard Tahiri stated in a press conference that the decision directly affects around 1,300 businesses and thousands of workers, increasing the risk of mass bankruptcies, price increases and a new wave of inflation. According to him, ERO has acted without respecting the reactions of civil society and without fulfilling the prerequisites for a fair liberalization process.
"This decision was taken without competitive analysis and without consultation with responsible institutions such as the Competition Authority or the State Aid Office. This creates conditions for a new social crisis," said Tahiri, also citing the Ombudsman's remarks on the violation of the legitimate interests of the economic community.
PDK has requested the immediate suspension of the decision by ERO, warning that in the absence of a reaction within 15 days, the case will be sent to the Basic Court of Pristina for a temporary measure.
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LDK leader: Two non-Serb minorities would be in the LDK parliamentary group if we wanted to hinder the majority
The leader of the Democratic League of Kosovo, Lumir Abdixhiku, stated on the show "Pressing" that he has not made any attempt to form a parliamentary majority. "What is the truth, I will not even stop the parliamentary majority."
"I'm telling you: if the LDK wanted to create obstacles to the formation of a parliamentary majority, two non-Serb minorities would be in the LDK parliamentary group. Not to mention the other majority MPs who are flirting with the Democratic League of Kosovo. We have not created any such obstacles at all."
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The Kosovo Assembly fails to be constituted even in the 16th attempt
In the 16th attempt to constitute the new Assembly, the deputies again failed to overcome the institutional blockade. The chairman of the session again asked the parties to propose members for the commission that would enable the vote to elect the Speaker of the Assembly. However, the commission did not receive the necessary votes. As a result, the Assembly remained unconstituted again.
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Formation of a committee without a secret ballot fails again
Even in the continuation of today's constitutive session of the Assembly of Kosovo, the chairman of the session asked the parties to propose one member each for the commission for secret ballot in the election of the Speaker of the Assembly.
Although the opposition parties did not propose any members for this commission, it was put to the vote, but again did not receive the necessary votes.
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Parliament fails again to form a committee without a composition as the opposition does not propose names
In the continuation of today's constitutive session of the Assembly of Kosovo, the chair of the session asked the parties to propose one member each for the secret ballot committee in the election of the Speaker of the Assembly.
Although the opposition parties did not propose any members for this committee, it was put to the vote, but did not receive the necessary votes. The session is expected to continue on May 9.
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Albanian secures second term as Prime Minister
Anthony Albanese has secured a second term as Prime Minister of Australia, after the Labor Party emerged victorious in the 2025 federal election. This is the first time a Labor leader has managed to win two consecutive terms since 2004.
Labor's victory was attributed to its focus on issues that matter to voters, such as the rising cost of living, healthcare and housing affordability. The party maintained its positions in key areas such as the Hunter and Paterson and also made gains in traditionally conservative territories.
Meanwhile, the Liberal-National coalition led by Peter Dutton suffered significant losses, especially in Queensland and Tasmania. Dutton himself faced the risk of losing his seat in Dickson, reflecting the opposition's wider difficulties. Analysts have criticised Dutton's leadership for being disconnected from the realities of ordinary citizens and for controversial policies such as the elimination of teleworking for public servants and major cuts to the public sector, which are believed to have undermined the coalition's economic credibility.
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Attempt to hold secret ballot for Assembly Speaker fails again
In today's constitutive session of the Assembly of Kosovo, the proposal to form a secret ballot committee for the election of the Speaker of the Assembly was again rejected. The chairman of the session, Avni Dehari, proposed secret ballot as a form and a way to unblock the constitution process. However, the proposal did not receive sufficient votes. As a result, the secret ballot was not carried out, further postponing the formation of new institutions.
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The tenth attempt to constitute the Assembly (VIDEO)
The Assembly of Kosovo is launching its tenth attempt to convene today, following the lack of consensus on the election of the Speaker. In the previous session of the Assembly of Kosovo, the proposal for a secret ballot to elect the Speaker of the Assembly was rejected. The Chair of the session, Avni Dehari, proposed this form of voting as a way to unblock the constitution process, referring to the possibilities offered by the Rules of Procedure of the Assembly and the decisions of the Constitutional Court.
However, the proposal did not receive sufficient votes from the deputies and was particularly opposed by the opposition parties, which considered it unacceptable and unconstitutional. As a result, the secret ballot was not held, further postponing the formation of the new institutions.
The Assembly continues today its new attempt to elect the chairman of the new legislature, with the session expected to begin at 10:00.
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