Pristina, June 3, 2025 – Democratic Party of Kosovo (PDK) MP Blerta Deliu has criticized comments made by Albulena Haxhiu, the ruling Vetëvendosje (LVV) party’s candidate for Speaker of Parliament, who alleged sexist and misogynistic attacks from opposition parties.
In an interview with KTV’s 60 Minutes, Deliu stated that the lack of political support for Haxhiu should not be rebranded as victimization. “The absence of political will to support Ms. Haxhiu does not equate to persecution. Both she and Prime Minister Kurti are trying to reframe political rejection as a personal attack,” Deliu said.
She pointed out that Haxhiu lacks parliamentary backing and noted her record as Minister of Justice, which includes “the highest number of laws overturned by the Constitutional Court” and failure to implement essential reforms in the judicial and rule of law sectors.
“Her long-standing polarizing rhetoric demonstrates why she is not a suitable candidate to lead the Assembly,” Deliu added.
Political Meeting Only About Local Elections
Deliu also clarified that President Vjosa Osmani’s call for a political party meeting was strictly about setting a date for local elections, not a broader discussion on breaking the deadlock in Parliament or holding early parliamentary elections.
“When a political meeting is called for a specific purpose, we do not deviate from that agenda,” she said.
Concerns Over Bislimi’s Legitimacy in EU Talks
Commenting on the Kosovo–Serbia dialogue, Deliu questioned the legitimacy of chief negotiator Besnik Bislimi, who recently met with EU Special Envoy Peter Sorensen in Brussels.
“Bislimi no longer has the political legitimacy to represent Kosovo at the negotiating table,” she warned. “It is problematic for outgoing ministers to make decisions related to budget allocations or board appointments while their mandates are in question.”
The current political impasse and allegations of undemocratic practices continue to dominate Kosovo’s internal affairs, raising questions over institutional functionality and leadership accountability.
