The Constitutional Court of the Republic of Kosovo has imposed a temporary measure, valid until March 31, 2026, which suspends the effects of the decree of President Vjosa Osmani on the dissolution of the Tenth Legislature of the Assembly.
This decision blocks any movement towards early elections and comes after an official request submitted by the Government of Kosovo, represented by Prime Minister Albin Kurti.
Blocking the decree and the reasoning of the Court
With this ex officio decision, the Court has prohibited any further action by President Osmani in relation to her decree of March 6, 2026, removing the possibility of announcing a date for new parliamentary elections as long as the measure remains in force. Likewise, any action of the Assembly of Kosovo itself in relation to this process is prohibited.
In its announcement, the Constitutional Court argues that the establishment of this measure is vital for “preventing irreparable damage to the constitutional order and democratic functioning of key institutions in Kosovo.”
Legal battle, what is the Government contesting?
The request submitted by Prime Minister Kurti directly challenges the constitutionality of Decree no. 24/2026. According to the arguments of the Executive, the President’s move to dissolve the parliament contradicts the foundations of the functioning of the state. The government claims the violation of several essential articles of the Constitution, specifically:
Article 4- The form of government and the division of power.
Article 7- Constitutional values.
Article 16- Supremacy of the Constitution.
Article 82.3- Rules on the distribution of the Assembly.
Article 84.2- Powers of the President of the Republic.
Article 86.2- Procedures for the election of the President.
Next steps
The case has already passed into the hands of a review panel composed of the president of the Court, Nexhmi Rexhepi, and judges Safet Hoxha, Bajram Ljatifi, Radomir Laban, Remzije Istrefi-Peci, Enver Peci and Jeton Bytyqi. Judge Remzije Istrefi-Peci has been assigned as reporter for this case with high political sensitivity.
In order to speed up the process, the Constitution has officially notified the parties involved—the Prime Minister, the President and the Speaker of the Assembly—and has left them a tight deadline. They must submit their comments and supporting documentation by March 11, 2026.
The final decision, which is expected to be taken after the expiration of the temporary measure at the end of March, will not only determine the fate of the next parliamentary elections, but will also set a new standard on the balance of powers in the Republic of Kosovo.
