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Kosovo political and judicial reform developments

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Kosovo continues to navigate significant political and legal tensions following a verdict by the Kosovo Specialist Chambers, which sentenced four former leaders of the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) to a combined total of 81 years in prison. In Prishtina, protesters have gathered for 12 consecutive nights, demanding using the slogan ‘Not in my name’ to demand that the government take institutional action to defend the dignity of KLA veterans. Demonstrations in support of the former leaders are also planned for occurring in various European cities, including London, Oslo, Geneva, Graz, and Skopje. In Skopje, political leaders such as Ali Ahmeti have characterized the trial as being based on narratives constructed by Belgrade and Moscow. Minister of Justice Donika Gërvalla has addressed allegations of improper collaboration with international bodies such as UNMIK or EULEX, categorically denying any direct or indirect contact with these entities. She has characterized the situation regarding the Kosovo Specialist Chambers as a “legal battle rather than a media debate,” noting that the ministry is focused on preparing for the upcoming appeal phase. Security experts have warned that the current instability and the verdict could be exploited by Serbia to fuel regional hybrid threats. threats and political instability. Parallel to these tensions, the government is advancing a broad legislative agenda. This includes the submission of a bill to establish a State Bureau for the Verification and Confiscation of Unjustified Assets. While the Bureau will act in an analytical capacity rather than possessing direct confiscation powers, the initiative aims to address discrepancies between public officials’ wealth and legal income. Further judicial reforms are underway to regulate the recruitment, evaluation, and integrity of judges and prosecutors, alongside the creation of a Justice Academy. The government has also moved to regulate the energy and electricity sectors to align Kosovo's market with European Union standards, even as fuel prices remain high due to international market volatility.

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