In communications via social networks, Sali Berisha publicly reaffirmed his support for the ongoing civil protest while criticizing Prime Minister Edi Rama concerning his handling of former UÇK fighters. Berisha also addressed the declaration of non-grata status issued against a protestor who had taken a photograph with the former Iranian president, an individual Berisha noted that the Prime Minister had also met. According to A2 CNN, Berisha stated, “My call is for every democrat, for every Albanian, wherever they are, in Albania or in the diaspora, to support the protest of the young Albanians, who are the most beautiful hope for Albanians, Albania, and the country’s future.” He further criticized the Prime Minister’s current approach, asserting that “Rama has returned to his old ways.
Every day and every night, he moves from the digital world to the dark world of the Albanian secret police.”
The statements centered on a perceived shift in the government’s approach to civil liberties and political opposition. Berisha’s remarks strongly advocated for sustained public demonstrations, positioning the youth as central to the nation’s future direction. His criticisms targeted the Prime Minister’s policies, particularly regarding the treatment of political figures and the recent non-grata declaration.
The discourse highlighted a deep division regarding the political direction of Albania, with Berisha urging unified support for the current protest movement.
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