“We would like to see all political groups cooperate for the best interests of the people of Kosovo,” said a US State Department spokesperson. Kosovo will hold snap elections on June 7, 2026, after the parliament was dissolved because it failed to elect a new president by the deadline.
The current government, led by Albin Kurti, is operating on a caretaker basis. Vjosa Osmani intended to run for a second term as president but did not receive support from Kurti. This political deadlock has raised concerns about institutional stability and trust in Kosovo’s governance.
Kosovo has faced a prolonged political crisis since February 2025, leading to multiple elections within a short time frame. The last elections were held on December 28, 2025, with a turnout of around 45 percent. The Central Election Commission announced that the budget for the early elections will cost 10 million and 887 thousand euros.
Key facts:
- Kosovo’s parliament was dissolved due to failure to elect a new president.
- The caretaker government is currently led by Albin Kurti.
- The election campaign for the upcoming elections will last from May 28 to June 7, 2026.
- Political parties must declare their participation by May 7, 2026.
The ongoing political deadlock undermines trust in Kosovo’s institutions. Ehat Miftaraj noted that this situation has led to tensions between Kurti and Osmani, raising questions about Kosovo’s foreign policy coherence. Furthermore, Kosovo’s inability to achieve political stability is hindering its EU integration and dialogue with Serbia.
On May 3, 2026, the Albanian veterans’ national team will play a friendly match against the Kosovo veterans’ team. This event aims to celebrate Kosovo’s admission to UEFA amidst ongoing internal challenges.
