EU in Kosovo is happy to have a partner like Youth Initiative for Human Rights - Kosovo. .

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Helping preserve Kosovo's beautiful forest, over the last 4 yrs, 🇪🇺EU & 🇸🇪Sweden funded a @fao.org Kosovo-implemented programme resulting in stronger forest management with new equipment, better laws & new non-wood forest products. Investment in people & infrastructure remains key.

On the 20th anniversary of the death of the first President of 🇽🇰 Kosovo, Ibrahim Rugova, the Acting 🇪🇺 EU Ambassador in 🇽🇰 Eva Palatova, joined the commemoration ceremony organized by President Vjosa Osmani. His commitment to peace, democratic & liberal 🇽🇰 will inspire always.

On the anniversary of the Reçak/Račak massacre, the 🇪🇺EU stands with the families & the people of 🇽🇰Kosovo in honouring the victims whose lives were brutally cut short 27 years ago. Justice must be served & those responsible must be held accountable.

Together w/ EU Ambassadors & Heads of Mission in Kosovo, met Caretaker PM Albin Kurti to discuss perspectives for 2026. Commended the electoral process reflecting strong commitment to democratic principles & underscored the importance of swift government formation.

Discussed the role of strong, accountable local governance in implementing 🇪🇺 reforms w/ MLGA Caretaker Minister Elbert Krasniqi. Last 🇽🇰 elections show how local democracy engages people & shapes policies reflecting community needs through a decision-making close to them.

Pleased to welcome today the new SRSG and Head of UNMIK, Peter Due. We discussed 🇪🇺🇺🇳coop in #Kosovo & support for all communities and inter-ethnic #TrustBuilding.

With thanks to all partners across the country who worked with us throughout the year to bring 🇽🇰 Kosovo closer to the 🇪🇺 EU, @euinkosovo.bsky.social wishes you a joyful 2026 ✨ Happy New Year 🎄

🇪🇺 Read the statement by HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social and Commissioner @martakos.ec.europa.eu on #Kosovo parliamentary #elections - "we look forward to the swift formation of the new Assembly and Government" ENG: tinyurl.com/mth7svu3 ALB: tinyurl.com/yckbyxjv SRB: tinyurl.com/59c6zy8a

Warm wishes to all Kosovo’s Catholic, Protestant and Evangelical Christians celebrating Christmas today. May this festive season bring joy, hope and togetherness. Merry Christmas! 🎄

On #InternationalMigrantsDay, @euinkosovo.bsky.social reaffirms its commitment to working with 🇽🇰 authorities, intl. partners & CSOs to advance evidence-based migration policies that make human mobility safe, dignified & aligned with fundamental rights, 🇪🇺 values and international standards.

🇪🇺 EU investments in 🇽🇰 Kosovo continue 🙌 With an EU grant & @ebrd.bsky.social loan, 10 schools, 7 kindergartens & 3 health houses in Pristina will be renovated via WBIF’s energy efficiency programme—improving services, saving energy & cutting pollution. Contract today; works in 2026. #EUbyYourSide

📣For the first time in 10 years, tonight we had the honour to present not one, but two #EuropeanOfTheYear Awards to KRCT's founder and 2025 Nobel Peace Prize nominee Feride Rushiti🏆& #YouthPerspective, Pristina University Law Students competing in int. moot trials🏆. 1/2

As Jewish believers light the first Hanukkah candle this evening, the EU in Kosovo wishes the Jewish community in Kosovo a joyful and bright Hanukkah. Chag Sameach!

Joining #KosovoJudicialCouncil, #SupremeCourt & int partners in marking 25 yrs of 🇽🇰's judicial system, EU in Kosovo's #RoL Acting Head Douwes extended congrats on all the achievements, noting the 🇪🇺 will continue helping strengthen the judiciary as it tackles persistent challenges.

Marking Int’l #AntiCorruptionDay with @coe.int & local partners, @euinkosovo.bsky.social D/Head Palatova highlighted concrete results of the joint EU–Council of Europe project that has strengthened 🇽🇰’s legal framework & institutional capacities to fight economic crime. #RoL remains a priority.

Disinfo doesn’t stop at borders, neither should our coop - said @euinkosovo.bsky.social D/Head Palatova at the conclusion of the #EU-supported NDI Kosovo's #DISICON9 conf with WB6 #InformationIntegrity Forum members & int partners. “Only together can we build resilience our democracies need.”

Welcomed Riho Terras, @europarl.europa.eu Rapporteur for Kosovo, this morning in Pristina, ahead of his meetings with numerous interlocutors. 🇪🇺EU's engagement with 🇽🇰Kosovo, both locally and from Brussels, remains strong as ever, with new opportunities within reach, including the #GrowthPlan.

@euinkosovo.bsky.social's Palatova joined NDI Kosovo, int partners & CSOs at the opening of #DISICON9 today, stressing 🇪🇺’s commitment to countering attempts to silence #WomenInPolitics through online harassment,deepfakes & trolling. Ethics must guide use of AI in electoral & political processes.

Meeting 4 new northern mayors in Zvečan/Zveçan tdy, I welcomed the smooth handover of local gov. in line w/🇽🇰law. I reiterated the need for constructive engagement between central&local authorities and 🇪🇺's support for realizing non-majority community rights as per🇽🇰Constitution.

In a meeting with re-elected mayor of Ferizaj/Uroševac, Agim Aliu, today, we focused on the fact that 70% of 🇪🇺 EU integration reforms are implemented by municipalities & that local governments are key to the enlargement process. My outreach to municipalities continues.

Following successful and inclusive 🇽🇰 Kosovo local elections, I met today re-elected mayor of Viti/Vitina, Sokol Haliti. We discussed municipal priorities for the next four years, local-central governments cooperation, and 🇪🇺 EU’s support for 🇽🇰 Kosovo’s EU integration.

@euinkosovo.bsky.social deplores the attack and language used by LVV's CEC member Sami Kurteshi, who labelled AJK an “alliance of criminal groups” & urges for such practices to end. #MediaFreedom must be protected in any democratic society - 🇪🇺 will keep supporting 🇽🇰 in its development.

EU in Kosovo D/Head Palatova, Anna Rostocka & Swedish Amb to Kosovo had an engaging conversation today with young people on the importance of language rights & diversity in fostering a multi-ethnic, inclusive #Kosovosociety. Multilingualism was cherished at this IOM Kosovo-organised event.

🇪🇺#LeaveNoOneBehind♿️ Marking the Int. Day of #PersonsWithDisabilities, the #EU in #Kosovo & HANDIKOS reviewed 3 years of joint support for women & girls with disabilities. EU-backed policy papers in 12 🇽🇰 municipalities will help enhance protection & empowerment of #PWDs.

🧡As part of the global #16DaysOfActivism campaign, 🇪🇺EU Heads of Missions in #Kosovo call to #EndDigitalViolence & stop the abuse of women & girls. 🎥Listen to their united messages & join us in this effort. #OrangeTheWorld #EUbyYourSide #TeamEurope

🧡Every woman and girl deserves to feel safe in every space — including online 🌐 🇪🇺 #EU Heads of Missions in #Kosovo have joined the global #16DaysOfActivism with a call to #EndDigitalViolence. 🎥 Watch & share their messages. #OrangeTheWorld #EUbyYourSide #TeamEurope @pristina.diplo.de

🇪🇺 EU in Kosovo building is lit up in orange tonight 🧡 Join the #EU and EU Member States’ representatives in #Kosovo in the global #16DaysOfActivism campaign and stand united to #EndDigitalViolence against All Women and Girls. #OrangeTheWorld #EUbyYourSide #TeamEurope

🧡Unite to #EndDigitalViolence against All Women and Girls 🌐 🇪🇺#EU Heads of Missions in #Kosovo have joined the global #16DaysOfActivism campaign. 🎥See their messages & amplify the call to action! #OrangeTheWorld #EUbyYourSide #TeamEurope

At today’s ERA - Equal Rights Association & #CELKosovo - organised, #EU co-funded #LGBTIQ+ Conference in Pristina 🇽🇰, @euinkosovo.bsky.social D/Head Palatova reaffirmed the 🇪🇺’s commitment to equality and its support for NGOs that ensure LGBTIQ+ 🏳️‍🌈voices are heard & respected.

Opening tdy the #KPDS2025, organised by New Social Initiative, Sbunker & Kosovo Centre for Security Studies, I highlighted the decisive role of CSOs in advancing good governance, rule of law & countering disinformation & restoring trust - all central to 🇽🇰’s 🇪🇺perspective. Our partnership continues.

Honoured to open the #EUbyYourSide exhibition today, showcasing the impact 🇪🇺 support has on 🇽🇰 people’s daily lives. With €3.7 billion invested in #Kosovo since 1999, the 🇪🇺 remains your strongest, most reliable partner & largest provider of financial assistance. Our support continues.

🇪🇺 EU in Kosovo D/Head Palatova opened today the EU-supported BIRN Kosovo's #DigitalRights Conference & #InternetFreedom Meet in Pristina. She highlighted the #EU’s commitment to digital rights, free and safe civic space & secure, open digital environment for all. #EUbyYourSide

Today's dismissal of the acting Chief State Prosecutor by the #KosovoProsecutorialCouncil obstructs the ongoing & necessary reform of the KPC & disregards the rule of law principles and the duty towards the citizens. It also undermines Kosovo's progress on its EU path.

🧵In a discussion with #KosovoDisabilityForum & international partners today, we sent a clear message: 🇽🇰's draft law regulating status & benefits of persons with disabilities - delayed for 9 years - needs to be adopted ASAP & institutional support ensured instead of reliance on informal care.

🌿Renovated Center for Capacity Building in Forestry in Blinaja’s National Park is officially open. Supported by 🇪🇺&🇸🇪 through @fao.org, it will help professionals plan, manage & safeguard 🇽🇰’s forests. Support also includes 8 🚙, GPS units, cameras, drones & fire-management tools.

Today, we mark the #EuropeanDay for the #ProtectionOfChildren against #SexualExploitationAndAbuse and join our voices with @eulexkosovo.bsky.social & UNICEF Kosovo in calling for a stronger protection system and coordinated action, for every child in Kosovo.

@euinkosovo.bsky.social D/Head Palatova, w/President Vjosa Osmani, Caretaker PM Albin Kurti & dignitaries, joined today 🇽🇰 #GenderEquality Agency Director Gusia in marking the 20th anniversary of this 🇪🇺-supported Agency. Our partnership in advancing #WomenEmpowerment continues. #EUbyYourSide

Acting EU Ambassador in Kosovo Eva Palatova met today with UNHCR Kosovo Mission Head Arjun Shrestha to discuss joint efforts in strengthening #Kosovo’s migration and asylum management capacities & explore future cooperation opportunities under related #EU-funded initiatives.

🧵Under the motto “Completing the Union, Securing our Future” & ahead of 18/11 🇪🇺 #EnlargementForum in Brussels, Acting EU Ambassador in Kosovo Palatova moderated today a debate on the @ec.europa.eu's 2025 #KosovoReport with the #CSO's representatives who contributed to its drafting.

Acting 🇪🇺 #EU Ambassador in Kosovo Eva Palatova welcomed this evening the orderly & inclusive conduct of the mayoral run-off #elections in 18 🇽🇰 #Kosovo municipalities that marked the completion of the local elections cycle, calling it a testament to Kosovo's democracy.

As part of today’s #DiplomaticWatch for 🇽🇰 #Kosovo's runoff mayoral #elections, 🇪🇺 @euinkosovo.bsky.social Deputy Head Palatova visited polling centres in Pristina and Mitrovica South, getting a first-hand look at the electoral process.

Marking today #RomaniLanguageDay with policymakers, linguists & 🇽🇰 #RomaCSO reps, @euinkosovo.bsky.social Deputy Head Palatova reaffirmed 🇪🇺’s commitment to linguistic, cultural & social rights of Roma community. More efforts are needed to overcome challenges in preserving the Romani language.

At today’s consultation on Women’s Safety in the Workplace, organised by 🇽🇰Gender Equality Agency & Kosovar Gender Studies Center, EU in Kosovo's Bianciardi stressed that #GenderEquality and women’s safety & dignity at work are core 🇪🇺EU values, encouraging stronger institutional coop in this regard.

🧵Today the @ec.europa.eu published 2025 #Kosovo Report. In a presser with Caretaker PM Kurti I highlighted: 1. It's a decisive time for🇽🇰, WB6 & the🇪🇺. The 🇪🇺 is ready to bring partners w/European aspirations even closer. #EU #Enlargement is not a distant goal-it is a strategic imperative.

2. 🇽🇰's voluntary #alignment w/🇪🇺’s Common Foreign & Security Policy, incl. on support to 🇺🇦, is highly appreciated. 🇪🇺 #integration is Kosovo's strategic choice, but last year was lost to political stalemate. To help 🇽🇰 progress on its #EU path, we need functioning institutions.

3. 🇽🇰's political elite needs to come together, across political and ethnic differences & form a strong majority in the Assembly, to ensure ratification of the #GrowthPlan agreements and advance with the 🇪🇺-facilitated Dialogue. Without this, more opportunities will be lost.

👉 The @ec.europa.eu’s 2025 #Enlargement Package, including the #Kosovo Report, is now public. 📄 Read the press release & 🇽🇰 Report ▶️ ec.europa.eu/commission/p...