Berisha and the Democratic Party are instigators and a shield for crime Statement by the Prime Minister of the Government of National Reconciliation, Mr. Bashkim Fino Do not take responsibility for other illegal acts Instead of calming and reconciling, in recent days the chairman of the Democratic Party and the outgoing President of the country, Sali Berisha, has been encouraging one political force and other irresponsible extremists to prepare and organize demonstrations, gatherings and other illegal protests. These extremists, in cooperation with incriminated elements, organized an illegal gathering last night near the PD headquarters, blocking the road and turning it into an unauthorized rally. In the illegal gathering, the demonstrators did not stop at the known political demands, but also resorted to violent forms punishable by law. The police and public order forces were attacked with stones and there was an attempt to force their way into the Government headquarters. Explosive devices and materials were used against the Prime Minister's Office building. Serious measures were taken by the police, but the public order forces, operating under difficult conditions and with the aim of not worsening the situation, showed extreme restraint. With their unacceptable and grave actions, the demonstrators have left one officer and one police officer dead. Two other soldiers and several police officers were also seriously injured. These acts of terror clearly reveal the organizers' сценарios to make real the climate of destabilization and general chaos that Berisha and other extremists near him need in order to undermine the electoral process. I call on all political representatives and citizens to remain calm and not fall prey to calls for revenge and violence. The Government of National Reconciliation and the other state institutions are determined to defend constitutional order, free elections and the lives of citizens. Any illegal action will receive the punishment предусмотрed by law. (RDP) Scene from last night in central Tirana

PSSH reacts: Illegal and destabilizing actions Representatives and members of the election campaign штаб of zone no. 102 for Tirana and of zone no. 95 of the Democratic Party went last night to the headquarters of that party and, encouraged by its leaders, organized a non-political and illegal gathering that continued until the early hours of the morning. At this event, from the beginning, young people armed with heavy objects and explosive materials took part. They attacked the public order forces and, encouraged by the leaders of the Democratic Party, tried to take the Prime Minister's Office building by force. As a result of this attack, a police officer and a member of the special forces were killed. Others were seriously injured. PSSH calls on citizens to remain calm and not fall prey to provocations. It strongly condemns this illegal and destabilizing activity aimed at hindering the electoral process and undermining the institutions of the state.

(RDP) Scene from last night in central Tirana which the PD takes under the protection of the paid police

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