The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs has condemned acts of vandalism at the Apostolic Nunciature in Tirana on Tuesday, including the removal of the Holy See’s flag.

The ministry stressed that diplomatic missions must remain inviolable and retain their dignity under national law and international law. It also said the right to protest must respect the law and exclude violence and vandalism.

Meanwhile, the ministry called for the identification of those responsible and said they must face justice. It praised the State Police’s response and expressed confidence that the competent institutions would fully investigate the incident.

The ministry also stressed the need to guarantee the security and inviolability of all diplomatic missions in the country.

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