Kosovo mission head warns ‘mistrust’ threatens post-election stability 9 April 2026 Peace and Security Despite successful legislative elections in Kosovo late last year, a “delicate equilibrium” persists as deep divisions remain over the future of the United Nations presence in the region. Peter Due, Special Representative and Head of the UN Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo ( UNMIK ), told the Security Council during his first briefing inside the iconic chamber on Thursday that while the December 2025 polls featured broad participation, the momentum is being tested.  Speaking in New York , Mr. Due noted that the process of electing a new President remains incomplete, following a year of political stalemate. Building trust on the ground Mr Due - who took the key role three months ago - emphasised that the return of Kosovo Serb mayors in the north was a positive step yet warned of “challenges” including administrative gaps and language barriers .…