Silence over Kosovo’s stalled Council of Europe bid as France, Italy dig in their heels

As momentum around Kosovo’s bid to join the Council of Europe stagnates, stakeholders have refused to comment on reports suggesting the process is being hampered by France and Italy, two previously staunch supporters of their accession.

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Euractiv contacted the French and Italian foreign ministries to ask why they opposed or hesitated about Kosovo’s accession to the Council of Europe but received no response despite multiple reminders. [Getty Images]

Alice Taylor-Braçe and Nick Alipour Euractiv 25-09-2024 07:00 5 min. read Content type: News Euractiv is part of the Trust Project

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