Prime Minister Albin Kurti's party wins Kosovo vote but falls short of majority
Summary
Prime Minister Albin Kurti's party, Vetevendosje, won the most votes in Kosovo's snap election but did not get enough seats to govern alone. The low voter turnout and political disagreements mean it will be hard to form a government, continuing the political crisis in the country.Key Facts
- Vetevendosje won about 43% of the vote, less than the 51% in the previous election.
- The Democratic Party of Kosovo (PDK) received 21% of the vote, and the Democratic League of Kosovo (LDK) got 17%.
- Turnout was under 37%, which is lower than the December 2025 election.
- Kosovo has held three elections in just over a year due to political deadlock.
- The parliament has been unable to elect a president since April, deepening the crisis.
- Kurti’s party has won four elections in a row since 2021.
- Opposition boycotts have affected parliament's ability to function.
- Experts say the political system is struggling and institutions are close to collapse.
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