Albin Kurti and his party, Lëvizja Vetëvendosje (LVV), have been mandated for more than a week to form a new government, with the deadline expiring on October 26.
Despite this, there has been no visible progress so far — even though Kurti had promised to begin negotiations to secure the necessary votes for a majority.
So far, none of the major parties — PDK, LDK, or AAK — have shown any willingness to cooperate, leaving Nisma as the only potential ally.
Kurti recently stated:
“The last day to present the new government cabinet is October 26. We are fully focused on analyzing the local election results. Soon, we’ll start talks for the central government because Kosovo needs another term for our governance. We must have a regular mandate, which will begin once the Assembly votes on the new Kurti 3 government.”
Opposition Parties Close the Door
Officials from the PDK, LDK, and AAK have made it clear that they will not support Kurti’s third government.
PDK MP Ferat Shala told Front Online that his party will not vote for a Vetëvendosje-led cabinet:
“There’s no initiative or discussion for cooperation. PDK has no intention of forming a coalition with Vetëvendosje.”
He blamed Kurti’s previous government for Kosovo’s isolation and economic hardship, saying:
“Due to the Kurti 2 government, Kosovo is facing U.S. and EU sanctions, international isolation, and economic decline.”
LDK and AAK Remain Firm
Muhamet Hamiti from the LDK leadership criticized Kurti on Facebook, accusing him of ruling unconstitutionally:
“Albin Kurti has been leading the government for six months in violation of the Constitution. He shows no urgency to restore constitutional order in Kosovo’s institutions.”
Meanwhile, AAK MP Time Kadrijaj reaffirmed to Arbresh.info that her party will not join Kurti 3, saying:
“No, AAK will not be part of the Kurti 3 Government.”
Nisma Keeps the Door Open
In contrast, Nisma’s MP Xhevahire Izmaku said her party is ready to help if a new political process begins, emphasizing the need for unity and leadership to move the country forward.
With just one week remaining, the question remains — can Kurti form a government, or will Kosovo head toward another political deadlock?
