Daily brief
Germany and France are set to launch a new EU accession push for the Western Balkans at a summit in Montenegro, with Chancellor Merz stating the EU will initiate integration of the region. Macron encouraged Montenegro on its EU membership path, while Serbia must meet three conditions to open cluster three. Montenegro seeks fast entry with real reforms, but Serbia is seen as problematic.
Edi Rama alleged a 'hybrid war' over a Jared Kushner-linked tourism project in Albania, which has sparked mass protests and a corruption probe.
South Korea signed a partnership deal with Serbia, its first trade pact with a Balkan country.
Kosovo's former president urged compromise to break political deadlock ahead of an election.
Igli Tare is being investigated in Albania for money laundering over a villa.