Eurasia News

  T he early parliamentary elections in Kosovo, scheduled for 7 June 2026 , are taking place against the backdrop of a prolonged institutional crisis, frequent electoral cycles and deep political polarisation. This is the third electoral cycle in a relatively short period of time, underscoring the structural instability of the political system and the difficulty of building stable parliamentary majorities. It is also the fifth electoral process in the past 16 months, including local elections. A total of 22 political parties are standing in the elections, including three Serbian parties, as well as three coalitions. The total number of registered voters is 2,092,174, of whom 131,800 are registered abroad. According to the 2024 census, Kosovo has 1,586,659 inhabitants, while the discrepancy between the number of voters and the total population reflects its specific demographic structure, which includes a large proportion of young people who are under the legal voting age. This gap h...

  A mid turbulent events that have gripped the world, including two wars in Europe and the Middle East, Belarus is gearing up for its presidential elections on 26 January 2025. This event marks a critical turning point in the political life of Belarus, which, despite all challenges, has maintained security and stability while achieving an impressive level of economic growth. A total of 6,913,965 Belarusian citizens are eligible to vote in what can be viewed as a popular referendum on the direction the country will take in the coming period. These elections are expected to usher in a new phase of socio-political and economic development in Belarusian history, defined by stability and economic progress in the face of Western sanctions and the war in neighbouring Ukraine. Belarusians hope that  Donald Trump ’s election will signal the start of strategic dialogue with the West and bring about a relaxation of imposed sanctions. Analysts estimate that the incumbent president,  ...