Central Banking Ties: The UAE and Kosovo central banks signed a strategic MoU in Abu Dhabi to boost supervisory cooperation and share expertise across fintech, payment systems oversight, financial stability, consumer protection, inclusion, AML/CFT and Islamic finance. Security & Peacekeeping: The US is considering adjusting its KFOR troop contribution after NATO’s review, while Switzerland has approved an increase in Swisscoy personnel to up to 300 and extended the mission to 2029. Espionage Case in Pristina: The Kosovo Basic Court sentenced Hysri Selimi to six years for spying for Serbia’s intelligence service, including alleged information on people linked to ISIS and returnees from Syria. War Crimes Detention: Kosovo courts placed five former Serbian police officers in 30-day custody over suspected involvement in the 1999 Racak/Račak massacre that preceded NATO’s intervention. Media Freedom: New Kosovo reports focus on journalists’ safety and media freedom, citing online attacks and physical threats and calling for faster action by authorities. Kosovo Politics: A week of coverage reflects ongoing frustration after Kosovo’s June 7 election, with turnout at a historic low and little change in the political landscape. Business & Tech: Astrix opened a second Global Center of Excellence in Kosovo to support European delivery demand, and Westcon-Comstor secured Cisco distribution rights across the Balkans including Kosovo. Sport (Kosovo-linked): In European football draws, Ballkani (Kosovo) and Connah’s Quay learned their Europa Conference League qualifying opponents; Kosovo also hosted FIBA 3x3 qualifiers where Ireland men and Azerbaijan women booked Europe Cup berths.