European Union insists that normalization of Belgrade-Pristina relations happens within a year, before the end of EU High Representative Federica Mogherini mandate, but there should be no rush with a solution, the Serbian Assembly Committee for Kosovo and Metohija Chairperson, Milovan Drecun told RTS.

Drecun added compromise is the only solution in a situation when dialogue between Belgrade and Pristian is halted, and Brussels wants an agreement as soon as possible.

“When President Vucic tells that we are miles away from the agreement, it means Pristina is not ready for a compromise but wants to impose its interests. It is good majority of EU countries, that are supporting so-called independence, are becoming aware of the situation and that such situation can only lead to new conflicts and that the agreement is needed,” Drecun said.

He criticized unilateral acts of Pristina, such as imposing additional taxes on goods coming from Serbia and the violation of CEFTA agreement. He noted it is necessary to revive the dialogue, continue it and reach a compromise.

In order for that to happen, Drecun believes “those that have the strongest influence on Pristina should do their part, foremost Washington,” RTS reported.