The United States Embassy in Kosovo has issued a statement expressing concern over the continued failure to constitute the Assembly, warning that the political deadlock is delaying Kosovo’s progress and undermining the integrity of its hard-won institutions.
In a response to Koha, the Embassy called on Kosovo’s political leaders to reach a compromise to break the stalemate, emphasizing that the responsibility lies with elected representatives — not the Constitutional Court.
“This ongoing blockade is delaying progress toward Kosovo’s future aspirations and jeopardizing the integrity of the institutions for which the people of Kosovo fought so hard to build,” the Embassy stated. “We urge political leaders to take their responsibilities seriously and work together to reach an agreement to constitute the Assembly, which means electing a Speaker and Deputy Speakers.”
The statement underscored that Kosovo’s leaders should use the coming weeks to find a way forward that ensures stable leadership in line with the Constitution.
“Political leaders should not rely on the Constitutional Court to fix a political deadlock that only they can resolve. The people of Kosovo expect their leaders to fulfill their commitment to govern in the best interest of the country,” a US Embassy spokesperson added.
The Embassy reiterated that the United States looks forward to working with Kosovo’s next government to advance regional stability, security, and prosperity.
The statement follows 54 failed attempts to convene the new legislature. As of Sunday, a temporary measure by the Constitutional Court has entered into force, barring MPs from taking any decisions or actions after the 30-day constitutional deadline to constitute the Assembly expired, according to the Court’s ruling of June 26.
This measure will remain in place from July 27 to August 8, further highlighting the urgency for political leaders to find a solution without judicial intervention.
