The Public Defender of Serbia, Zoran Pashaliq, has formally requested that judicial authorities launch an immediate and thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the posting of hate speech targeting members of the Albanian national minority in Krushevci. Pashaliq urged that all individuals found responsible for such actions be identified and brought before the justice system. In a detailed statement, the defender called upon all relevant institutions to implement necessary measures to prevent the recurrence of similar incidents.
He stressed that state bodies have a fundamental obligation to equally protect the rights of all national minorities. Furthermore, he emphasized the need for decisive action against any manifestation of discrimination, hate speech, or the incitement of national or ethnic hatred. These calls for action follow a recent incident involving a fire that occurred at a property owned by Albanian residents.
The public nature of the unrest and the targeted nature of the speech prompted the defender to intervene. Pashaliq asserted that accountability must be established across the board. He demanded that the responsible authorities treat this matter with the highest priority, ensuring that the rule of law is upheld and that the safety and rights of all ethnic groups within the community are guaranteed.
The statement underscores a commitment to maintaining social cohesion through rigorous legal enforcement and preventative measures.
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