Opposition MPs throw eggs at Albin Kurti in Kosovo parliament

On August 8, 2026, a session of the Kosovo parliament descended into chaos when opposition members threw eggs at Deputy Prime Minister Albin Kurti. The confrontation occurred during a legislative meeting aimed at forming the new parliament following the snap elections held on June 7, 2026.

The unrest was triggered by Kurti's repeated failure to nominate a candidate for the position of Speaker of Parliament. Although Kurti’s 'Vetëvendosje' (Self-Determination) party emerged as the victor in the June elections, it failed to secure a clear parliamentary majority. This stalemate reflects the ongoing political instability that has plagued the country for 16 months.

The lack of a stable coalition and the inability to form a functional government have kept tensions at a critical level. As of now, the parliament remains unable to complete its formation process, prolonging the political deadlock that followed the recent electoral contest. No further official statements regarding potential disciplinary actions or rescheduled sessions have been immediately reported.