The removal of EU punitive measures against Kosovo has reportedly been opposed once again in Brussels. According to Koha.net, France and Italy supported by Spain, Hungary, and Slovakia—maintained their position against lifting the measures during a recent meeting.
On the other hand, Koha reports that “at least 13 member states” have requested the immediate removal of the sanctions.
The recent transfer of local authority in Kosovo’s northern municipalities does not appear to have changed the EU’s stance. According to the report, the lifting of measures is not expected to take place, at least not before the elections scheduled for December 28.
EU member states remain divided on the issue, even though a majority reportedly supports removing the sanctions without delay.
Koha notes that it has not yet received an official response from the EU regarding this matter.
