Republican Congressman and head of the Helsinki Committee in the US Congress, Joe Wilson, has reacted after the escalation of the student revolt, which is in its fifth day and protesters are demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama and the removal of his government.
In a post on social media, Wilson expresses concern about the situation, emphasizing that Albanians deserve freedom, the rule of law, and institutional accountability.
He calls on the government to refrain from any form of violence against protesters and underlines that young people should have a voice in determining the future of their country.
Reaction:
"I am following with great concern the escalation of the crisis in Albania, a NATO ally. The Albanian people deserve freedom, the rule of law and institutional accountability."

"The government must refrain from any form of violence against protesters. Young people deserve to have a voice in determining the future of their country."