Europe Today Europe is our "destiny," says Kosovo’s President Vjosa Osmani
Dec 17, 2025
In a thought-provoking dialogue, Vjosa Osmani, the President of Kosovo, discusses her nation's steadfast ambition for EU membership, framing it as Kosovo's 'destiny'. She emphasizes the importance of merit-based evaluations despite existing recognition challenges. Joining her is Dan Jørgensen, the EU Commissioner for Housing, who unveils the first-ever EU housing strategy. He highlights critical measures to address Europe's housing crisis through regulatory changes and innovative funding solutions.
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Kremlin Rejects Multinational Security Plans
- Sasha Bakalina reports progress in Berlin talks but strong Kremlin rejection of certain security proposals.
- Moscow objects to a multinational coalition to secure Ukraine's skies and seas, equating it to NATO.
Use Buildings, Cut Red Tape, Unlock Funding
- Dan Jørgensen urges governments to use existing buildings better and speed up permitting to boost housing supply.
- He recommends changing state aid rules and using pan-European funding to finance affordable housing.
Analyze Speculation Before Policy
- Dan Jørgensen advises analysing speculation in housing markets before deciding policy and increasing transparency.
- He says the Commission will study the issue and present conclusions next year.