What's happening in Europe?
Kosovo
The Gazeta Express front page covers ongoing political developments in Kosovo, particularly regarding the formation of institutions and the Specialized Chambers. International news includes the US withdrawal from Iraq and a Supreme Court decision on Trump's immigration policy. A war crimes…
The Constitutional Court has issued a stern warning to Minister Haxhiu for delaying the constitutive session and has reminded Members of Parliament that they have the power to convene the session themselves.
Donika Çitaku has criticized the government, stating that while other draft laws are being expedited, the one concerning the Specialized Chambers is being unduly delayed.
Albin Kurti has addressed the government's failure to include the draft law for the Specialized Chambers on the agenda but did not provide a direct answer regarding its omission.
An indictment for war crimes has been filed in Kaçanik, with a former Serbian police officer suspected of torturing 13 civilians.
The United States has completed its military withdrawal from Iraq after 23 years, a move that Tehran has described as a victory.
The Supreme Court has permitted Donald Trump to resume the deportation of immigrants to third countries.
Ursula von der Leyen is scheduled to visit Tirana today and Pristina tomorrow.
The Ombudsman has expressed concerns regarding the appointment of the panel for the Specialized Chambers at this particular stage.
Enver Hamza stated that discussions about the President will not occur without the law being changed first, and he guarantees 22 votes from PDK if the law passes two readings.
Enver Hamza clarified PDK's demands regarding the Specialized Chambers bill, stating that if the appeals court sends the case for a retrial, the process should take place in Pristina.
Enver Hamza stated that while they had no prior information about the September 16 verdict, they were aware of justified concerns regarding irregularities within the Specialized Chambers.
The PDK has responded to the British Ambassador, calling his statement that The Hague ruled on 'individual crimes' an unacceptable diplomatic simplification.
The full verdict from the Constitutional Court has been released, declaring the constitutionality of the institutions and setting an 8-day deadline for the election of the President.
Jack Smith referenced the sentencing of Hashim Thaçi as a success, even as he faced questions in Congress regarding the abuse of duty.
Arben Gruda suggests that the intention might be to allow the dissolution of Parliament without amending the law for the Specialized Chambers, expressing hope that this is not the case.
According to Besnik Gruda, the law for the Specialized Chambers was drafted by experts, and the Supreme Court should send it back to Kosovo for judging war crimes.
The United States has reiterated its support for KFOR, stating its commitment to helping maintain stability in Kosovo and the wider region.
There are seven days remaining for the election of the President, and political parties have yet to reach an agreement.
