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EU Sanctions on Kosovo: A Review

The EU's temporary sanctions against Kosovo, imposed in 2023, are under review. Kosovo seeks their removal, citing de-escalation efforts, while the EU's stance remains divided.

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What sanctions did the EU impose on Kosovo and when?: The EU imposed temporary sanctions on Kosovo in June 2023, including suspending working groups for the Stabilisation and Association Agreement and excluding Kosovo from high-level meetings.
What is Kosovo's position regarding the EU sanctions?: Kosovo's government argues that the sanctions are unjustified, as de-escalation efforts have taken place in the north, and that Kosovo has met the conditions for their removal.
What are the consequences of the EU sanctions on Kosovo?: The sanctions' impact includes suspension from EU funding programs and the rejection of projects from the Western Balkans Investment Fund. The situation remains unresolved, with ongoing discussions within EU working groups.
What is the EU's stance on the potential removal of sanctions?: The EU's spokesperson, Peter Stano, stated that the sanctions are temporary and their removal depends on Kosovo's actions, particularly in the north. The final decision rests with the member states.
What are the differing opinions within the EU regarding the sanctions?: While some EU member states advocate for immediate removal of sanctions, others prefer a more balanced approach, considering Serbia's lack of accountability for the attack in Banjska.

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