Miskeljin: Kurti has no competition in Self-Determination, he has "cleared" them all

Marko Miskeljin, an associate of the Center for Social Stability, assessed that the turbulence surrounding the formation of the new government and the US stance towards Albin Kurti could be crucial for personnel changes within the Self-Determination Movement. However, due to Kurti’s "authoritarian tendencies," it is unlikely that he will lose his leadership position.

"He has definitely demonstrated through his actions that he has authoritarian tendencies. Such individuals usually first 'clear out' any competition within the party, which I assume is the case now. This does not mean that discordant voices cannot emerge or that someone will not try to seize an opportunity if it arises – which it most likely will – during serious turbulence regarding the formation of the government and the actions of the temporary Pristina institutions. Especially considering relations with the US, this is precisely the path through which opposition to Albin Kurti within the party could emerge," Miskeljin told Kosovo Online.

Commenting on the claim by political analyst Dardan Sejdiu that the only person Kurti "would not declare a traitor" if they opposed him is Assembly Speaker Glauk Konjufca, Miskeljin said that an internal party analysis of the failure to achieve electoral goals is a logical step.

"The expected and promised election result was not achieved. A logical sequence of events would be to investigate why this happened. Kurti's own actions and the escalation he has worked on throughout his second term have had the greatest impact on this outcome. Certainly, someone who has held the position of assembly president has enough public visibility, which is important in such moments and potential intra-party turmoil," Miskeljin noted.

He emphasized that Kurti’s potential challengers should also be sought among current ministers.

"If they dare, they could be the figures who at least challenge his authority and attempt to bring change within the movement. However, given the resources and time Kurti has had to establish absolute control, such a scenario is unlikely," the analyst explained.

Miskeljin is convinced that Kurti would not allow unrest within the party.

"Depending on how government formation negotiations unfold and relations with the US administration develop, we should not be surprised if some turmoil occurs. However, at this moment, I would still give Kurti the biggest advantage, considering that he has maintained control over the party for a long time – even before taking power. This is something he has carefully prepared for, and it is unlikely that he will relinquish it easily," Miskeljin concluded.