US, EU call to halt violence in Albanian protest

The subx0> Embassys of the European Union and Member States in Tirana call on all sides to show immediate restraint. The right of citizens to express themselves through peaceful protest is an essential value of a modern European democracy.

However, damage to public property and the use of violence are not acceptable. We call on all sides to do their best to avoid violence.”, the EU statement said.

The US Embassy has also condemned the violence and injuries that occurred at the protest.

The U.S. Embassy strongly condemns the violence and destruction that occurred during today's protests in Tirana. We support citizens' right to protest peacefully, but damage to public property and violence are not acceptable. We encourage all parties to show better restraint and restore peace. We call on all political parties to denounce these acts and take all necessary steps to ensure that the situation is transformed into peaceful and constructive”, said their announcement.