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In February 2012, Serbia and Kosovo reached what is known as the 'asterisk agreement' which allows Kosovo to represent itself at all regional meetings with the nameplate of “Kosovo”. While widely appreciated by the international community, the agreement has generated divergent interpretations in Belgrade and Pristina and has provoked turmoil in both countries, especially regarding North Kosovo and Pristina’s status. The author concludes that the situation remains unsustainable and a more comprehensive solution needs to be found.