During the past year, Kosovo was recognized by Kenya, Sudan, Syria, and the Bahamas. While politicians across the political spectrum welcomed these recognitions, they are not perceived as a direct success of Kosovo’s diplomacy, but rather as a result of global political developments. During 2025, criticism was also voiced against the Ministry of Foreign Affairs due to the absence of Kosovo’s membership in international organizations, as well as a deterioration in bilateral relations with allies, Kosova Press reports.