Protests in Tirana, Jim McGovern calls for an end to violence and for citizens to be heard

Albanian authorities should listen to the aspirations of the people and end violence against students and protesters. This call was made by Democratic U.S. Congressman Jim McGovern in his reaction to the protests in Albania.

Through social media, McGovern expressed concern over the escalation of the protests, linking citizens’ taking to the streets to the government’s failure to respond to their needs.

In his reaction, the congressman pointed out that international law guarantees the right to peaceful protest and urged the authorities to listen to the aspirations of the people.

In the post by Democratic U.S. Congressman Jim McGovern, he emphasizes his concern as he follows the escalation of the protests in Albania. According to him, citizens choose to take to the streets when their needs remain unanswered by the government.

He also underscores the protection that international law affords peaceful protest. McGovern calls on the government to end violence against protesters, ensure the rule of law and listen to the aspirations of the people.