TIRANA, April 24 – The Albanian parliament observed a minute of silence on Thursday for academic Rexhep Qosja, who died at the age of 89.

Parliament Speaker Niko Peleshi said lawmakers paused to honour Qosja’s life and work. He described him as one of the most prominent figures in Albanian intellectual and cultural life.

Officials in the chamber referred to Qosja as one of the most productive minds in Albanian scholarship over recent decades. They highlighted his role as a literary critic, historian and public intellectual active in Albania and Kosovo.

Rexhep Qosja authored dozens of works, including novels, essays and academic studies. He remained engaged in cultural and public debate throughout his career and died at the age of 89.

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