Western Balkan Summit Exposes Europe’s Vulnerabilities as Russia Eyes Influence
As Western Balkan leaders gather in London, the summit highlights ongoing migration crises, stalled EU integration, and Moscow’s aggressive meddling—issues that directly threaten American interests in European stability and border security.
On the surface, the London summit of six Western Balkan nations aims to foster cooperation on migration, security, and economic development. But behind the diplomatic veneer lies a troubling reality: a volatile region caught between slow EU accession and growing Russian influence, with consequences reverberating far beyond southeastern Europe.Why Is This Region Still a Hotbed of Instability?Only Croatia has joined the European Union from the Western Balkans since 2013. The others—Albania, Bosnia, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia—remain stuck in limbo. Their progress is hindered by entrenched political tensions, such as Serbia’s refusal to recognize Kosovo’s independence. While the EU...
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