Kosovo: The International Factor And Geopolitical Context Of Early Parliamentary Elections – Analysis

The international factor remains a key element of Kosovo’s political dynamics. In the run-up to early parliamentary elections scheduled for 28 December 2025, international influence, although often indirect, strongly shapes electoral processes, the strategic calculations of political actors, and post-election arrangements. Kosovo continues to operate within a specific status framework, characterised by partial recognition and a high degree of dependence on the political, security, and economic support of its Western allies...