Is Russia planning a new Balkan war?

Sensing weakness in the Biden administration, the Kremlin may be preparing to ignite new conflicts in the western Balkans. The recent border dispute between Kosovo and Serbia over the recognition of car license plates looks like a test run for more serious confrontations.

Russian officials are encouraging the government of President Aleksandar Vucic to make Serbia the dominant power in the Western Balkans and increase Russia’s leverage with Washington and Brussels.