Distancing oneself from the instigators of the Albanian tragedy is a necessity, a civic responsibility

Today, when things were finally going well, the government of the democrats was taking the country from the abyss into the precipice. They had managed to throw the anarchic situation into the fire, plunder the country with the most violent and brutal means, play with the lives of Albanians, driving them into unconditional destitution. Nothing would be enough to justify the ruin of the economy, the destruction of the army, the disappearance of state order, yet all this was made even worse by the irresponsible and criminal conduct of the leaders of the PD in power. Despite having wrapped themselves in the cloak of propaganda, they cannot deny their responsibility for the bankruptcy of the state. The attempts to escape responsibility are taking on ridiculous forms. What until yesterday was presented as “historic successes” is today being dismissed as other people's mistakes. But how much can Albanians forget? How much can they close their eyes to the guilt of those who governed with arbitrariness, violence and deceit? Citizens need a clear break with the instigators of this tragedy. There can be no reconciliation with those who set the country on fire. Distancing oneself from them is not only a political act, but also a moral and civic duty. Only in this way can hope for a civilized and democratic Albania begin again.

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At the invitation of the Albanian Minister of Defense, Safet Zhulali, yesterday the head of Italy’s Defense, Admiral Guido Venturoni, arrived in Albania on Friday. He will hold a series of meetings with the highest authorities of the Albanian state. His visit is being made in the framework of the multinational mission “Alba”. Paolo Foresti’s troops, as well as senior military officials from the delegations and the Italian ambassador in Tirana, are closely following developments of recent weeks in Albania. Andreatta is expected to meet with President Berisha. At the conclusion of the meetings, the ministers Pëllumbi and Andreatta will hold a press conference. Correspondent of “Zëri i Popullit”

1. Strongly condemns, first of all, the acts of violence in recent weeks and the violent seizures of military posts, arms depots and other public buildings. 2. Reaffirms its support for the government of national reconciliation, which has the duty to create the conditions for free and fair elections. 3. Calls for the restoration of public order, the surrender of weapons and the re-establishment of state authority. 4. Calls on all political forces to contribute to calming the situation and preparing for elections. 5. Underlines the need for international assistance to stabilize the country. 6. Expresses solidarity with the Albanian people in this difficult situation. 7. Calls for the international mission to act in accordance with its humanitarian and stabilizing mandate. 8. Calls on the media and institutions to avoid inflammatory language and help the reconciliation process. 9. Does not consider any attempt to gain politically from the state of emergency to be justified. 10. Calls on the Council and the European Commission to closely follow developments in Albania and support the democratic process. 11. Expresses its concern about the economic and social situation and calls for urgent measures to deal with the crisis. 12. Approves the sending of humanitarian aid and technical support for the civil administration. 13. Reiterates that the stability of the region is closely linked to the stability of Albania. 14. Calls for those responsible for the unrest and for violations of the law to be brought to justice. 15. Underlines the importance of pluralist institutions and respect for the constitution. OSCE and the European Parliament.