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Kosovo: Government faces court challenge, verdict looms — FrontPages.eu, September 15, 2026

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A fresh constitutional battle has erupted in Kosovo as the Democratic Party of Kosovo (PDK) has formally challenged the legitimacy of the newly formed Kurti 4 Government and the constitution of the Assembly before the Constitutional Court. This move intensifies the political impasse, which Prime Minister Albin Kurti has sought to resolve by urging parties to elect a president, warning that further elections would be "unforgivable." The political uncertainty is further underscored by the withdrawal of Bekim Sejdiu, a previously agreed-upon consensual candidate, from the presidential race. Meanwhile, the nation is on edge awaiting a significant verdict in The Hague. The judicial review for former President Hashim Thaçi and other ex-Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) leaders, facing war crimes charges, has concluded, with the judgment expected on September 16. The US Embassy in Kosovo has issued a stark warning, anticipating major protests following the announcement. In a separate legal development, a trial in absentia has commenced for 53 individuals accused in connection with the Meja massacre.

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The Democratic Party of Kosovo (PDK) has formally escalated the political crisis by filing a request with the Constitutional Court to assess the constitutionality of the recently formed Kurti 4 Government and the constitution of the Assembly. PDK is seeking a temporary measure and has vowed to challenge all subsequent government decisions, indicating a prolonged legal and political battle. Arian Tahiri, a PDK Member of Parliament, has stated the party's intention to contest decisions.

Kallxo: PDK Takes Kurti 4 Government Formation to Constitutional Court

The Democratic Party of Kosovo (PDK) has filed a request with the Constitutional Court to assess the constitutionality of forming the Kurti 4 Government.

Telegrafi: PDK Takes Kosovo Government Formation to Constitutional Court

The Democratic Party of Kosovo (PDK) has challenged the formation of the Kurti IV government by referring the matter to the Constitutional Court.

Koha Ditore: PDK's Vote of No Confidence

This is the main headline, likely referring to a vote of no confidence related to the PDK party in Kosovo, though details are obscured.

Kallxo: Parliament on the Brink of Constitutional Challenge: A Battle Moved from…

Kosovo has a new Parliament and Government, but attention has shifted back to the Constitutional Court regarding the legitimacy of the formation process.

Gazeta Express: PDK Challenges Government Vote in Constitutional Court, Tahiri: We Will…

The PDK party is challenging the government's vote in the Constitutional Court, with its representative stating their intention to contest all subsequent decisions.

Gazeta Express: PDK Submits Case to Constitutional Court on Assembly Constitution, Requests…

The PDK party has submitted a case to the Constitutional Court concerning the constitution of the Assembly and is requesting a temporary measure.

Gazeta Express: PDK Takes Assembly Constitution and Kurti Government to Constitutional Court

The PDK party has taken the constitution of the Assembly and the Kurti 4 government to the Constitutional Court, with plans to submit another case regarding the government's vote tomorrow.

Kallxo: 'Unforgivable to Go to Elections Again' - Kurti Urges Parties to Elect President

Prime Minister Albin Kurti has urged political parties to elect a president, stating that further elections would be "unforgivable."

Kallxo: Bekim Sejdiu Withdraws Candidacy for President of Kosovo

Bekim Sejdiu has announced his withdrawal from the race for the presidency of Kosovo.

The judicial review concerning former President Hashim Thaçi and other ex-Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) leaders, accused of war crimes, has concluded, with the verdict expected on September 16. The US Embassy in Kosovo has issued a warning about the potential for major protests following the announcement of the verdict, highlighting the high stakes and public anticipation surrounding the trial.

Telegrafi: US Embassy Warns of Major Protests Over Kosovo Specialist Chambers Verdict

The US Embassy in Kosovo anticipates significant protests following the verdict concerning the leaders of the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA).

Kallxo: Judicial Review Against Thaci and Others for Obstruction of Justice Concludes

The judicial review concerning Hashim Thaci and others for obstruction of justice has concluded, with the verdict expected at a later date.

Telegrafi: LIVE: One Day Before Verdict Announcement on KLA Leaders, Telegrafi Reports…

Telegrafi provides live reporting from The Hague, one day before the verdict is expected in the trial of former Kosovo Liberation Army leaders.

A trial in absentia has commenced for 53 individuals accused in connection with the Meja massacre, marking a new development in the pursuit of justice for alleged war crimes.

Telegrafi: Trial Begins in Absentia for 53 Accused in Meja Massacre

A trial in absentia has commenced for 53 individuals accused in connection with the Meja massacre.

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