This week's Balkan Legal News: a rare rift between Washington and its European allies over Bosnia's next High Representative deepens, Albania faces continued EU pressure over the Vjosa-Narta protected area, and North Macedonia, Kosovo and Serbia see fresh friction over EU talks, judicial appointments and prosecutorial independence.

This week's Balkan Legal News: Albania's SPAK extends its investigation into former Deputy PM Belinda Balluku, the Kosovo Specialist Chambers postpones its Thaçi war crimes verdict to September, and EU member states remain split over advancing Serbia's accession talks.

The European Commission's 2026 Rule of Law Report leads this week's Balkan Legal News, alongside key EU accession developments in Montenegro, Albania and Serbia, and the appointment of a new Head of the EU Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX).

This week's briefing covers EU enlargement, Montenegro's accession prospects, political developments in Serbia, security issues in Kosovo and institutional reforms across the Western Balkans.

13 May 2026 Each week, Outline Chambers provides a concise overview of key legal and political developments across the Balkans. This week’s briefing covers developments relating to international criminal justice, regional political stability, rule of law issues and institutional accountability, highlighting the continued interaction between domestic governance, international oversight and geopolitical pressures across the region. Western Balkans – 12 May 2026 NATO Secretary

7 May 2026 Each week, Outline Chambers provides a concise overview of key legal and political developments across the Balkans. This week’s briefing covers developments relating to war crimes proceedings, political instability, anti-corruption prosecutions and regional rule of law issues, reflecting the continued interaction between domestic politics, international justice and institutional accountability across the region. Kosovo – 6 May 2026 The Kosovo Specialist Chambers