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Monday, August 17, 2026
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Kosovo is grappling with a tragic workplace accident at the Kosovo Energy Corporation (KEK), which resulted in the death of a long-term employee. In a more positive development, work has commenced on an industrial park in Podujevë, an initiative welcomed by Prime Minister Albin Kurti.
The country's political landscape remains fraught, with the Assembly gridlock deepening over the unresolved presidential election. The Democratic Party of Kosovo (PDK) has intensified its opposition, sending a new letter to convene a parliamentary session, which was immediately refused by Vetëvendosje MP Avni Dehari. Further escalating tensions, a political figure, Hoxha, has threatened to block Prime Minister Albin Kurti from accessing his office.
Meanwhile, security operations continue, with human remains discovered in Zubin Potok and an arrest made in connection with past attacks on KFOR and Kosovo Police. On the international front, the EU has confirmed that conditions have been met for the opening of the Ibri Bridge, while discussions about a potential reduction in the KFOR peacekeeping force in northern Kosovo are underway.
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A tragic workplace accident at the Kosovo Energy Corporation (KEK) has resulted in the death of a long-term employee, Haxhi Gojnovci, who had worked there for over 40 years.
Kallxo:
KEK Worker Dies After Workplace Accident
A worker at the Kosovo Energy Corporation (KEK) has died following a workplace accident that occurred on August 16, 2026, while working in the coal production division.
Telegrafi:
KEK Worker Dies in Tragic Accident
A tragic accident at the KEK energy company has resulted in the death of worker Haxhi Gojnovci, who had been employed there for over 40 years.
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The political deadlock in the Kosovo Assembly has intensified, with the election of the president remaining unresolved and the Assembly hall reportedly closed. The Democratic Party of Kosovo (PDK) has escalated its opposition, sending a new letter to convene a session, which was immediately refused by Avni Dehari, a Vetëvendosje MP. Additionally, Hoxha has issued a direct threat to block Prime Minister Albin Kurti from entering his office. Uran Ismaili urged Prime Minister Albin Kurti not to…
Gazeta Express:
Assembly Gridlock Deepens Over Presidential Election
The deadlock in the Kosovo Assembly intensifies, with the election of the president remaining the key unresolved issue.
Gazeta Express:
Hoxha Threatens to Block Kurti from Prime Minister's Office
Hoxha issues a warning that he will prevent Kurti from entering the Prime Minister's office, referencing a letter for the convening of the constitutive session.
Koha Ditore:
PDK's call to the government
The Democratic Party of Kosovo (PDK) has made a call to the government, the details of which are not fully visible but appear to be a significant political development.
Kallxo:
PDK Protests Government, Accuses Kurti of Usurping Institutions
The Democratic Party of Kosovo (PDK) has once again protested in front of the Government building, blocking the entrance and accusing Prime Minister Albin Kurti of usurping state institutions.
Gazeta Express:
PDK Challenges Government, Calls Kurti to Parliament
The PDK party confronts the government again, urging Kurti to come to the Assembly.
Gazeta Express:
Assembly Hall Closed; Tahiri: Kosovo Held Hostage by Kurti's Calculations
Tahiri criticizes the closure of the Assembly hall, stating that Kosovo cannot be held hostage by Kurti's political maneuvering and asserting that no one is above the constitution.
Gazeta Express:
PDK Sends New Letter to Convene Session Tomorrow; Dehari Refuses
The PDK sent a new letter requesting the continuation of the session for tomorrow, but Dehari immediately refused.
Gazeta Express:
Uran Ismaili to Kurti: Don't Hide Behind Avni Dehari, Constitute the Assembly
Uran Ismaili urges Kurti not to use Avni Dehari as an excuse and to proceed with constituting the Assembly.
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Human remains belonging to three individuals have been discovered during excavation work in Kalludër, Zubin Potok, adding to ongoing efforts to resolve missing persons cases. Separately, police conducted five raids in Zubin Potok, confiscating weapons, hundreds of rounds of ammunition, and various military equipment. An individual suspected of involvement in attacks against KFOR and the Kosovo Police in May 2023 has been arrested in Zveçan.
Gazeta Express:
Remains of Three Individuals Found During Excavations in Zubin Potok
Human remains belonging to three individuals have been discovered during excavation work in Kalluder, Zubin Potok.
Kallxo:
Five Raids in Zubin Potok: Weapons, Ammunition, and Military Equipment…
Police conducted five raids in Zubin Potok on August 14, 2026, confiscating weapons, hundreds of rounds of ammunition, and various military equipment.
Telegrafi:
Suspect Arrested in Zveçan for Attacks on KFOR and Police
An individual suspected of involvement in attacks against KFOR and the Kosovo Police in May 2023 has been arrested in Zveçan.
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Work has commenced on an industrial park in Podujevë, a development welcomed by Prime Minister Albin Kurti. However, the country faces economic challenges, with a farmer from Rahovec urging urgent intervention due to a price crisis leaving produce unsold. Overall, ongoing political instability is seen as a threat to major investments and large-scale projects.
Gazeta Express:
Industrial Park Launched in Podujevë; Kurti Avoids Political Blockade Question
The start of work on an industrial park in Podujevë has been announced, with Prime Minister Kurti offering congratulations without addressing political blockades.
Gazeta Express:
Farmer from Rahovec Urges Intervention Amidst Price Crisis
A farmer from Rahovec is calling for urgent action to address the price crisis, as watermelons, melons, and peppers remain unsold in fields.
Gazeta Express:
Political Instability Threatens Kosovo's Investments and Projects
The ongoing political instability in Kosovo is posing a threat to major investments and large-scale projects.
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The European Union has confirmed that the necessary conditions have been met for the opening of the Ibri Bridge. Meanwhile, a report from DW raises questions about whether the northern part of Kosovo is prepared for a potential reduction in the KFOR peacekeeping force presence.
Gazeta Express:
DW: Is Northern Kosovo Ready for KFOR Reduction?
A report from DW questions whether the northern part of Kosovo is prepared for a potential reduction in the KFOR peacekeeping force presence.
Gazeta Express:
Brussels Responds: EU Confirms Conditions Met for Ibri Bridge Opening
The EU has confirmed that the necessary conditions have been met for the opening of the Ibri Bridge, according to a response to Express.
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A Kosovar tourist was forced to jump from the second floor of a burning hotel in Vlora, Albania, to escape the flames.
Telegrafi:
Hotel Fire in Vlora; Kosovar Tourist Jumps from Second Floor
A hotel in Vlora, Albania, caught fire, forcing a tourist from Kosovo to jump from the second floor to escape.
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