PRISTINA, Kosovo — Kosovo’s government has decided to reopen the parliamentary debate on a border demarcation deal with Montenegro. The former opposition used tear gas at the parliament hall to protest the deal while its supporters outside clashed with police. The European Union insists Kosovo must approve the border demarcation deal before its citizens can enjoy visa-free travel within the Schengen zone. Montenegro, a NATO member and a country that has launched membership talks with the European Union, has said it considers the deal closed and expects Pristina to approve it. Montenegro has recognized Kosovo’s 2008 declaration of independence from Serbia, which Serbia vehemently opposes.

Source: National Post December 04, 2017 14:15 UTC