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Kosovo President Calls Snap Election Amid Political Turmoil

3/11/2026

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Kosovo President Vjosa Osmani called for a snap election after parliament dissolved on March 6 amid turmoil.
The dissolution followed lawmakers' failure to elect a head of state by the constitutional deadline.
Prime Minister Albin Kurti slammed the move as unconstitutional.
Osmani acknowledged potential security risks.
Osmani said Kosovo will cooperate with the United States (U.S.) and European partners to prevent threats.

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Kosovo President Vjosa Osmani called for a snap election after parliament dissolved on March 6 amid turmoil.
The dissolution followed lawmakers' failure to elect a head of state by the constitutional deadline.
Prime Minister Albin Kurti slammed the move as unconstitutional.
Osmani acknowledged potential security risks.
Osmani said Kosovo will cooperate with the United States (U.S.) and European partners to prevent threats.