An American comeback in the Balkans
By appointing a special envoy to the Balkans, U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is sending a clear message to the EU (source: dpa)
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What's inside
- The appointment of a U.S. special envoy to the Balkans marks a new era of American involvement in the region
- This comeback could lead to clashes with the EU, which aspires to be the main regional player
- An agreement between Serbia and Kosovo is likely to materialize in the months ahead
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