2026-10-14 09:09:33Aktualitet SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX
Photo of protesters at the Apostolic Nunciature headquarters in Tirana

The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs has condemned the acts of vandalism committed yesterday at the headquarters of the Apostolic Nunciature in Tirana, including the removal of the flag of the Holy See.

Through an official statement, the Ministry states that respecting the inviolability and dignity of diplomatic missions is a fundamental obligation, in accordance with Albanian legislation and international law.

According to the Ministry, the right to protest is an inseparable part of a democratic society, but its exercise must respect the law and exclude any form of violence or vandalism.

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The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs condemns the acts of vandalism committed yesterday at the headquarters of the Apostolic Nunciature in Tirana, including the removal of the flag of the Holy See. 

Respecting the inviolability and dignity of diplomatic missions is a fundamental obligation, in accordance with Albanian legislation and international law.

The right to protest is an integral part of a democratic society, but its exercise must respect the law and exclude any form of violence or vandalism. The perpetrators of illegal acts must be identified and held accountable before the law.

The Ministry appreciates the reaction of the State Police and expresses confidence that the competent institutions will fully clarify the incident and, together with the institutions involved, will guarantee the security and inviolability of all diplomatic representations in Albania.


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