A protest held in the Albanian capital on its 71st day took a different turn, focusing on the diplomatic missions of Serbia and Ukraine.

Participants voiced their support with the chant “KLA, KLA,” while directing messages at Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The action came immediately after his visit to Belgrade, where he met with his Serbian counterpart, Aleksandar Vučić.

During their joint appearance before reporters, Zelensky reaffirmed that his country’s position on Kosovo’s independence remains unchanged and that Ukraine does not recognize its statehood.

The statement prompted strong reactions in Kosovo, where acting Foreign Minister Glauk Konjufca said it was regrettable.

A group of protesters carried out a symbolic act in Albania by changing the name of the street currently known as “Free Ukraine.”

In response to Zelensky’s position, they renamed the street “Free Dardania,” while continuing to chant in honor of the Kosovo Liberation Army.

In a parallel development in Pristina, the large banner bearing the words “Free Ukraine” was removed from the facade of the Grand Hotel.

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