TIRANA, March 2 /ATA/ – The German Embassy in Tirana on Sunday condemned violence during the latest opposition protest, saying the right to demonstrate cannot be used to justify attacks on people or property.
In a post on social media, the Embassy said it “strongly supports the statement of the EU Delegation condemning the unacceptable violence during the recent protests.”
“Political protest and the right to demonstrate can never justify violence against people or property. Political leaders must fulfil their responsibility to ensure peaceful coexistence in a democracy,” the Embassy said.
The European Union Delegation to Albania has also voiced concern about violence during Saturday’s opposition protest in Tirana.
The Delegation noted recent clashes in the capital put lives at risk and called on political leaders to avoid further escalation.
The EU added that political dialogue is needed as Albania continues reforms linked to its bid to join the bloc.
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