Former Hague Tribunal investigator Nevenka Tromp has warned that any attempt to abolish the Kosovo Specialist Chambers (KSC) could have severe consequences for Kosovo, particularly in its relations with the European Union (EU).
Tromp addressed recent speculation that U.S. President Donald Trump might push for the dissolution of the Special Court but emphasized that the U.S. lacks direct authority to enforce such a decision.
“Since the Special Court operates primarily with EU funding, its continuation depends on the EU’s political will. There have been rumors that Trump may support abolishing the court, but the U.S. cannot do this unilaterally,” Tromp stated.
She cautioned that if Kosovo’s parliament were to vote to abolish the court, it would place the country in a difficult international position, jeopardizing EU integration prospects and straining relations with international partners.
Tromp also highlighted that such a move could complicate Kosovo-Serbia negotiations, further hindering normalization efforts.
“Even if the U.S. pressures Kosovo’s government to initiate a parliamentary process for abolition, this would trigger major backlash from the EU and other international allies. For Kosovo, maintaining strong ties with the EU is essential for its national interests,” Tromp added.
