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Constitutional Court reviews Assembly, Specialist Chambers Law.

Kosovo's Constitutional Court has begun reviewing a request from the Democratic Party of Kosovo (PDK) regarding the formation of the assembly, nine days after the party filed its constitutional interpretation request. This legal process unfolds amidst a growing political confrontation between PDK and the ruling Vetëvendosje (VV) party over proposed amendments to the Specialist Chambers law, which has also drawn a statement from the European Union reaffirming its continued support for the Chambers without commenting on the proposed changes.

In related developments, Prime Minister Albin Kurti met with EU Commissioner Kallas to discuss judicial processes, with Kosovo aiming to have an appeals court correct a recent verdict. Meanwhile, protests against the Specialist Chambers' verdict on former Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) leaders have continued for a seventh day, reflecting ongoing public discontent.

Other notable events include the confirmation of a meeting invitation from Acting President Albulena Haxhiu to Kadri Veseli's wife, suggesting potential political dialogue. Additionally, two suspects have been arrested in Kaçanik following allegations of rape against two women. [cite: Telegrafi, "Two Women Allegedly Raped in Kaçanik; Two Suspects Arrested"]

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Constitutional Court Reviews Assembly Formation Request

The Constitutional Court of Kosovo is currently reviewing a request submitted by the Democratic Party of Kosovo (PDK) concerning the formation of the assembly. This review comes nine days after PDK filed its constitutional interpretation request, signaling a significant legal step in the country's political landscape. [cite: Kallxo, "Constitutional Court Reviews PDK's Request on Assembly Formation"; Gazeta Express, "Nine Days After Contesting Assembly's Constitution, Constitutional Court…"]

PDK's Specialist Chambers Law Initiative Sparks Political Conflict

An initiative by the Democratic Party of Kosovo (PDK) to amend the law governing the Specialist Chambers has created a rift with the ruling Vetëvendosje (VV) party, leading to accusations of political maneuvering. PDK has indicated readiness to withdraw its cases from the Constitutional Court if VV supports changing the Special Court law. The European Union has reiterated its ongoing support for the Specialist Chambers but has refrained from commenting on PDK's specific proposal.

Prime Minister Kurti Discusses Justice with EU Commissioner Kallas

Prime Minister Albin Kurti met with EU Commissioner Kallas to discuss ongoing judicial processes. During their meeting, Prime Minister Kurti emphasized Kosovo's commitment to ensuring that a recent verdict is corrected at the appeals court level. The discussions also touched upon the Banjska incident.

Political Figures React to Hague Verdicts

Various political figures have offered their perspectives on the Hague verdicts. Commentator Andoni affirmed the purity of the KLA war despite the sentences, lamenting a delay in national strategy. Former Prime Minister Isa Mustafa expressed no fear about his name being mentioned in the verdict. Ardian Gjini criticized the verdicts, arguing that KLA leaders received harsher sentences than those responsible for atrocities. Bilall Sherifi recounted that Jakup Krasniqi believed the court was not…

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