Kosovo

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Kosovo, officially the Republic of Kosovo, is a landlocked country in Southeast Europe with partial diplomatic recognition. It is bordered by Albania to the southwest, Montenegro to the west, Serbia to the north and east, and North Macedonia to the southeast. It covers an area of 10,887 km² (4,203 sq mi) and has a population of approximately 1.6 million. Kosovo has a varied terrain, with high plains along with rolling hills and mountains, some of which have an altitude over 2,500 m (8,200 ft). Its climate is mainly continental with some Mediterranean and alpine influences. Kosovo's capital and most populous city is Pristina; other major cities and urban areas include Prizren, Ferizaj, Gjilan and Peja.

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New government in Kosovo faces multiple challenges Following Sunday's parliamentary election, a coalition government will now have to be formed as Kosovo looks to normalise ties with Serbia while foreign funding remains in question. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:27Published 2 weeks ago

Exit polls show incumbent PM Albin Kurti's party in lead in Kosovo legislative elections Kosovans headed to the polls against a backdrop of a stagnant economy and renewed ethnic tensions but the Central Election Commission says turnout was low. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:04Published 2 weeks ago

Low turnout in parliamentary elections in economically stagnant Kosovo And ethnic tensions between Kosovar Albanians and Serbs remain tense from the 1998-1999 war between Serbian forces and ethnic Albanian separatists. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:13Published 2 weeks ago

Parliamentary elections in Kosovo: 'Key issue is relationship with Serbia' Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 04:05Published 2 weeks ago

Kosovo votes in parliamentary elections amid tensions with Serbia Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 03:17Published 2 weeks ago

Kosovo votes in legislative elections seen as key test for PM Kurti Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:44Published 2 weeks ago

Polls open across Kosovo against backdrop of faltering economy, ethnic tensions The vote is seen as a key test for incumbent Prime Minister Albin Kurti and this is the first time since independence in 2008 that Kosovo's parliament has completed a full four-year mandate. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:03Published 2 weeks ago

Prime Minister Kurti's party is out in front ahead of Kosovo's elections The vote will determine who will lead the Kosovo side in stalled normalisation talks with Serbia, facilitated by the EU to move both states closer to joining the bloc. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:16Published 2 weeks ago

New Trump administration's sudden involvement bewilders Kosovo ahead of elections Former US envoy for Kosovo and Serbia, Richard Grenell, recently appointed as Trump's special envoy for special missions, criticised the Kosovo prime minister, provoking bewilderment in Kosovo right.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:00Published 2 weeks ago

Kosovo citizens to head to polls amid ailing economy and continued ethnic tension Whatever the result of Sunday's election, the next government will have to tackle increasing poverty and counter the threats of renewed ethnic violence in the country's north. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:53Published 2 weeks ago

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Larne earn dramatic late away win over Ballkani Irish Premiership champions Larne score in the final minute to secure a dramatic 1-0 away win over Kosovan champions FC Ballkani in Pristina. BBC Sport - Published on August 8, 2024
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Wales thrash Kosovo in Euro 2025 qualifier Wales secure a resounding 6-0 victory in Kosovo to continue their impressive start to Euro 2025 qualifying. BBC Sport - Published on April 9, 2024
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Wilkinson targets history in 'perfect' Wales role Rhian Wilkinson is preparing her side to face Croatia and Kosovo in what will be her first camp as Wales boss. BBC Sport - Published on April 3, 2024
Wales boss Wilkinson lauds 'iconic' Fishlock New Wales boss Rhian Wilkinson lauds Jess Fishlock after naming her 26-player squad for the opening Euro 2025 qualifiers against Croatia and Kosovo. BBC Sport - Published on March 28, 2024	Wales draw Croatia, Ukraine and Kosovo Wales draw against Croatia, Ukraine and Kosovo in qualifying for Women's Euro 2025 in Switzerland. BBC Sport - Published on March 5, 2024
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Uefa charges Romania with racism after Kosovo game The Romanian Football Federation is charged by Uefa with five offences after provocative chanting during their match against Kosovo. BBC Sport - Published on September 15, 2023	Romania qualifier held up by anti-Kosovo chanting Romania's Euro 2024 qualifier against Kosovo in Bucharest is suspended for 50 minutes after provocative chanting from the home side's supporters. BBC Sport - Published on September 12, 2023
Larne face uphill task after defeat by Ballkani Larne face a difficult task in the second leg of their Europa Conference League second qualifying round tie against Ballkani after suffering a 3-0 defeat in Kosovo. BBC Sport - Published on July 25, 2023