Vetevendosje Triumphs: Kosovo's Ruling Party Secures Election Victory

Mon Dec 29 2025 05:01:43 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

In a decisive election victory, Kosovo's ruling Vetevendosje party, led by Albin Kurti, breaks months of political deadlock. The results indicate a clear mandate for Kurti amidst calls for coalition-building and improved international relations.

Kosovo’s Vetevendosje party has won a significant victory in recent parliamentary elections, securing 50.8% of the votes, marking a third term for leader Albin Kurti. With their win, they aim to overcome a months-long governmental deadlock. The party's success is a response to challenges from opposition parties and reflects a mandate for addressing the country's economic and diplomatic issues. Kurti has called for collaboration moving forward as Kosovo looks to improve relations with international partners.

The Albanian nationalist Vetevendosje party has won a landslide victory in Kosovo's parliamentary elections, according to preliminary results.

With 90% of the votes counted, the party, whose name means 'self determination', was on 50.8%, meaning a third term in power for its leader, Albin Kurti.

The two main opposition parties, the centre-right Democratic Party of Kosovo (PDK) and the Democratic League of Kosovo (LDK), were trailing with 20.98% and 13.89%, respectively.

Vetevendosje emerged victorious in elections held in February but struggled to form a government, leading to a prolonged political impasse.

The electorate's choice signals a rejection of the deadlock that has plagued Kosovo’s parliament. Interestingly, while Kurti did not secure enough seats for a government without partners, he may find allies among ethnic minority parties which occupy guaranteed seats in the National Assembly.

This is Vetevendosje's fourth consecutive electoral win, following political challenges posed by opposition parties that prevented Kurti from forming a government after the previous elections.

Kurti heralded the result as 'the greatest victory in the history of the country' and expressed hope for constructive cooperation with opposition parties.

Arben Gashi from LDK suggested that a collaborative approach is necessary post-election. With Kosovo missing out on crucial EU funds due to government inactivity, the stakes for cooperation are high.

Aside from economic concerns, Kurti aims to mend relationships with key international allies, notably the EU and US, which have been strained due to his controversial policies regarding Kosovo’s Serb minority.

Analysts note that despite a government performance marred by criticisms, voters remain skeptical of alternative leadership options, boosting Vetevendosje's support amidst discontent with political alternatives.