EU calls for peaceful campaign in Kosovo parliamentary polls
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The European Union is calling on Kosovo's political parties to campaign calmly and to support suitable candidates in the country's early parliamentary election next month.
A statement Friday from the EU's office in Kosovo said it "shares the hope for a calm and open pre-election campaign where disagreements are voiced in a constructive and peaceful manner that promotes pluralism and tolerance for different views."
The election for representatives to the 120-seat parliament is being held on June 11, about a year earlier than scheduled, following the failure of Prime Minister Isa Mustafa's government to survive a no-confidence vote by lawmakers.
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EU and other international observers are expected to monitor the balloting.
Kosovo declared independence from Serbia in 2008. It is recognized by 114 countries, but not by Serbia.