“Kosovo has organized free and fair elections which are seen as a great step forward and now all must respect constitutional provisions during the formation of the government,” US expert on the Balkans James Hooper said in an interview for Voice of America. He noted that Kosovo is now able to resolve its political complications without interference from the international community. “Recent developments can help improve Kosovo’s image as long as tensions and the political fight for the ruling mandate does not get out of control,” he added. Hooper also said that, for whoever forms the next government in Pristina, dialogue with Serbia must continue. He also said that if outgoing Prime Minister Hashim Thaci does not form the government, then it is probably time for him to consider turning over the reins to his successors.