Kosovo Prime Minister Albin Kurti achieved an emphatic victory in a December 2025 snap election, ending a year-long political deadlock that had paralyzed parliament and delayed over €1bn in international funding. His Self-Determination party secured more than 49% of the vote, a result significantly bolstered by strong support from the Kosovan diaspora visiting for the holidays. This strengthened mandate allows Kurti to pursue domestic reforms such as welfare expansion and public sector raises, though he still faces challenges involving tensions with Serbia and the need for international recognition. The victory is viewed as a “political earthquake” that may shift the region toward a model of strong central governance with a weakened opposition for years to come.
Date: December 29, 2025. Source: theguardian.com