Heated debate in Parliament: Korreshi and Peleshi clash fiercely during plenary session

During the plenary session proceedings, Democratic Party MP Saimir Korreshi requested the floor on a procedural matter, but his attention was focused on Parliament Speaker Niko Peleshi.

While his microphone was on, Korreshi tried to get Peleshi’s attention, who was at that moment exchanging information with a parliamentary staff member. This situation sparked a heated exchange between them.

Korreshi began sarcastically, calling out: “Hellooo, Mr. Speaker, are you listening?” Peleshi did not hesitate to reply immediately: “Go meet that ‘Mr. Speaker’ of yours where you have your friends.” The Democratic MP shot back: “Fine, but focus here because we are discussing exactly you and the procedure.”

Peleshi continued, reminding him: “This is not a folk event, it’s a plenary session,” while Korreshi sarcastically added: “Where were you? Did you fall asleep? We’re talking about you.” Irritated, Peleshi shot back: “Don’t address me with ‘ti’ because I don’t use that form with you.” Korreshi immediately changed his tone, addressing him with forced formality: “Honorable and most respected Mr. Speaker, I am addressing you with ‘ju’ as you request.”

Then, the opposition MP attacked the way Parliament is managed and issues relating to European integration. He raised concerns about long committee hours and IPARD funds, considering them empty promises repeated every two months. Korreshi also mentioned the failure to pass 35 opposition amendments and expressed reservations about Marta Kos’s visit, saying she should not speak against the European Parliament report.

In response, Peleshi stressed that some things cannot be explained with the language of the fruit and vegetable market. According to him, some citizens out in the square may be negatively influenced when they hear MPs who think their mandate gives them the right to insult and offend whomever they want, thereby setting the worst example for children with their vocabulary.