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Kosovo faces a looming October 6th deadline to elect a new president, with political parties yet to reach a consensus. Negotiations for a deal, which also includes the Special Court law, have been further complicated by Prime Minister Albin Kurti, who has reportedly introduced a new condition during discussions with Bedri Hamza, the Chairman of the Democratic Party of Kosovo. Hamza's party has stated its readiness to address the presidential election once the Special Court law receives final approval. Meanwhile, specific details of the draft Special Court law have emerged, indicating a maximum prison sentence of 15 years and the possibility of presidential pardons. Public sentiment surrounding the Special Court continues to be a factor, with the 'Freedom has a name' petition, supported by Ismail Tasholli, a representative of the platform, gathering over 500,000 signatures to advocate for former Kosovo Liberation Army leaders. In other news, customs officials at the Han i Elezit border point seized over 13,000 euros in undeclared cash from an individual. The Kosovo national football team is also preparing to play against Austria at the Fadil Vokrri Stadium, aiming for a victory in the Nations League.

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Kosovo is nearing a critical October 6th deadline for electing a president, with political parties yet to reach an agreement. Prime Minister Albin Kurti, the current head of government, has introduced a new condition during negotiations with Bedri Hamza, the Chairman of the Democratic Party of Kosovo, further complicating a deal that includes the Special Court law. Details of the proposed Special Court bill reveal maximum prison sentences of 15 years and potential presidential pardons.

Gazeta Express: Three Days Left: Agreement on Special Court and President Law, or New Elections?

A critical deadline is approaching, with negotiations ongoing to pass a law concerning the Special Court and the election of the president, raising the possibility of new elections if an agreement is not reached.

Telegrafi: October 6th Deadline Approaches, Still No Agreement on President

Political parties in Kosovo have not yet reached an agreement on the selection of a president as the October 6th deadline approaches.

Gazeta Express: EXCLUSIVE: Kurti Sets New Condition Complicating Deal on Special Court and…

An exclusive report details a new condition set by Kurti during a meeting with Hamza that complicates the agreement concerning the Special Court and the election of the president.

Gazeta Express: Hamza: After Final Law Approval, PDK Ready to Resolve President Issue

Following a meeting with Kurti, Hamza stated that the PDK party is ready to find a solution for the president's election and provide votes once the final law is approved.

Gazeta Express: Over Two Hours Meeting Between Kurti and Hamza; PDK Wants Special Law Approved…

A lengthy meeting took place between Kurti and Hamza, during which the PDK indicated its priority is the approval of the law for the Special Court before discussing the president's election.

Gazeta Express: Special Court Bill Details: Max 15 Years Prison, Presidential Pardons Possible

Details of the draft law for the Special Court reveal a maximum prison sentence of 15 years, with provisions for pardons by the President of Kosovo.

The 'Freedom has a name' petition, represented by Ismail Tasholli, has garnered over 500,000 signatures. The initiative continues its efforts to support former Kosovo Liberation Army leaders, emphasizing that the movement will not stop and aims to collect even more signatures.

Koha Ditore: Tasholli: 'Liria ka Emër' petition with over 500,000 signatures for alleged…

A petition titled 'Liria ka Emër' has gathered over 500,000 signatures, allegedly concerning crimes committed by the UCK (Kosovo Liberation Army).

Gazeta Express: Tasholli: 'Freedom Has a Name' Will Not Stop, Aims for 500,000 Signatures for…

A representative named Tasholli stated that the 'Freedom Has a Name' initiative will continue its efforts, aiming to collect over 500,000 signatures in support of former Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) leaders.

Customs officials at the Han i Elezit border point intercepted an individual attempting to cross with over 13,000 euros in undeclared cash, despite the person claiming to have nothing to declare.

Gazeta Express: Man Caught with Over 13,000 Euros Undeclared at Border Crossing

Customs officials discovered over 13,000 euros in undeclared cash on an individual at the Han i Elezit border point, despite the person claiming to have nothing to declare.

The Kosovo national football team is preparing to play against Austria at the Fadil Vokrri Stadium, with the team aiming for a win in their Nations League match.

Telegrafi: Kosovo Seeks Victory Against Austria in "Fadil Vokrri" Stadium

The Kosovo national football team is preparing to play against Austria at the Fadil Vokrri Stadium, aiming for a win in the Nations League.

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