Kosovo
Islamic State Takes a Stab at Legitimacy With Alleged Identification Cards as Forces Lose Ground in Iraq
Photos of new identification cards have surfacing on pro-Islamic State social media accounts, indicating an attempt at legitimizing the so-called caliphate in the face of territory loss.
Amidst War, a World Champion Rises From Kosovo
Two-time Judo World Champion Majlinda Kelmendi can finally represent Kosovo at the Rio Olympics in 2016. Here's her story.
Balkan Blood Ties: Children of The Hague's Accused Deny the 'War Crimes' of Their Fathers
Sons and daughters of men indicted for Balkan war crimes reveal how the accusations affected them — and why they remain loyal to their fathers.
VICE News Capsule - Thursday, February 12
Serbia bolsters border patrols to stem flow of migrants, Sudanese troops accused of mass rape in Darfur, Tehran's drop-in centers for the homeless and drug-addicted, and a Cambodian minister wants to re-educate teenagers about Valentine's Day.
Hungarian Border Police Are Playing Cat and Mouse With a Flood of Migrants From Kosovo
Hungarian police estimate that 1,000 migrants from Kosovo illegally cross the border every day, fleeing unemployment and corruption in their homeland.
I Spent a Day With Kosovo's Hitler for Hire
"I go to funerals dressed as Hitler. That sometimes has a negative effect because those who've come to mourn stop crying and talk to me instead."
Soccer and Kosovo's Fight for Independence
Kosovo produces great soccer players, but an ongoing struggle for independence has left its ambitions hamstrung by global politics.
Football and Kosovo's Fight for Independence
Kosovo produces great footballers, but an ongoing struggle for independence has left its ambitions hamstrung by global politics.
Corruption Allegations Cast Doubt on the EU in Kosovo and Open Old, Deep Wounds
A series of damning leaks could be opening a rift between the EU and its largest foreign mission, and brought new claims about organ trafficking allegations.
VICE News Capsule
The VICE News Capsule is a news roundup that looks beyond the headlines. This week, Spanish border police are accused of excessive force against migrants in Melilla, and Kosovo rescues a boy whose father took him to Syria.
VICE News Capsule - Friday, October 17
Spanish border police accused of excessive force against migrants in Melilla, pro-Russia rebels force captured Ukrainian troops to renovate eastern city, Kosovo rescues boy whose father took him to Syria.
Video Shows Fans Brawling on Field With Albanian and Serbian Soccer Teams
A historic match between the two countries ended when a drone carrying a nationalist flag flew over the field, prompting violent clashes between players and fans.