Ibar River Water Row: Serbia’s President Vučić said experts are examining a possible diversion of the Ibar River, calling it Serbia’s “internal matter,” while Kosovo’s acting president Albulena Haxhiu warned the move could threaten water, energy and human security for hundreds of thousands and urged discussion with international partners. Regional Pressure: Albania’s foreign minister Ferit Hoxha said any unilateral change to a transboundary river can’t be decided alone and must follow international water-law obligations. KFOR Drawdown in Mitrovica: NATO’s KFOR has started a gradual reduction of its permanent presence at the Mitrovica bridge, citing improved security, but Kosovo Serb party Srpska Lista warned of risks after Kosovo Police appeared on the bridge. Ukraine–Kosovo Rift Sparks Backlash: After Zelenskyy reiterated Ukraine’s non-recognition of Kosovo in Belgrade, Pristina removed a Ukrainian flag and officials faced renewed criticism; Ukraine’s parliament committee chair Oleksandr Merezhko said recognition could return to Kyiv’s agenda after the war. Pristina Politics Turn Chaotic: Kosovo’s parliament was suspended after an opposition MP threw eggs at acting PM Albin Kurti, deepening a coalition deadlock. Media Freedom Under Fire: Kosovo journalists’ association AJK condemned public targeting of media by Pristina mayor Përparim Rama.