The political circus of Albanian leaders in the region continues

Writing for Kosovo Online: Ivan Stoilkovic

Many receive statements from Albanian politicians in the region with a certain degree of interest and skepticism, as was the case with the recent statement by the Deputy Prime Minister of North Macedonia, Artan Grubi, who stated that Russia was to blame for all the problems in Macedonia and the region, rather than their criminality and corruption, similarly, the statement by Albin Kurti claiming that circles from Belgrade threatened him with assassination, despite politically "killing" himself multiple times with his behavior and actions. Overall, the Medrano circus, which increasingly resembles the actions of Albanian leaders in the region, continues. The international community is still "beating around the bush".

But let's first return to Grubi's statement. His accusation against Russia, given the involvement of Ukrainian structures, after the convincing victory of the Serbian Progressive Party, which shook Belgrade, might be seen differently. It is becoming increasingly apparent that this political structure is moving into opposition. It seems more and more like preparation for a post-election "Albanian Maidan in Macedonia" to save themselves from criminal prosecution for massive crime and corruption, which, besides being covered by past impunity and Greater Albanian chauvinism, has no other basis. Whether justice will be established remains to be seen after the elections, and then parts of the international community will also show their true colors.

As for the regional story, it's clear that the political circus, with Albin Kurti as the main clown, continues. Besides the persecution of the Serbs in Kosovo and Metohija, Macedonia is also in the crosshairs. The battle for political leadership among Albanians, between Kurti and Rama, has spilled over into Macedonia, and this is becoming increasingly evident, especially now, after his statement that Serbian structures were plotting to assassinate him in Macedonia, which the Macedonian Ministry of Internal Affairs immediately denied. Nevertheless, Kurti is still ahead of Rama.

Kurti aims to become the leader and conductor of political life in Macedonia, raising questions about stability and cooperation in the region, which he constantly undermines with his political actions. It's fortunate that soon Macedonia will have an undisputed leader in the form of opposition leader Hristijan Mickoski, who, after the elections, will have every chance to restore things to their original political positions, bringing back peace to everyday life, removing fears, and promoting cooperation and development in the region, contrary to the tensions and destabilization encouraged by Albanian leaders, which are the future of the region.