Kosovo PM’s party winning in snap polls, but no majority

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Kosovo held its third parliamentary election in 16 months on June 7, with Prime Minister Albin Kurti's Vetëvendosje party securing roughly 44% of votes but falling short of an outright majority. The snap vote, marked by low turnout of 36%, reflected mounting voter frustration with prolonged political deadlock that has weakened the economy and stalled EU and NATO progress.