Niko Peleshi, Speaker of the Albanian Parliament, attended a solemn reception for Kosovo’s 18th independence anniversary. He sent warm greetings on behalf of the Parliament and Albanian people. He called the day a historic moment of freedom, dignity, and justice.

The event, organized by the Embassy of Kosovo in Tirana, included Elisa Spiropali and representatives from politics and media.

Peleshi praised Kosovo’s independence. He said it is one of the brightest acts in modern Albanian history. It shows the triumph of a people’s right to live free, sovereign, and independent after decades of oppression.

He recognized Kosovo citizens’ sacrifices. He highlighted the role of the Kosovo Liberation Army in achieving freedom.

Peleshi noted that Kosovo, though young, has become a democratic state and a stabilizing factor in the region. He acknowledged the decisive support of the United States of America, NATO, and European Union. They stood on the side of justice and freedom.

He expressed concern about trials of former Kosovo leaders. He said justice for them reflects justice for Kosovo’s cause.

Peleshi recalled the Albanian Parliament Declaration supporting Kosovo’s fight for freedom. He called it a moral and historical duty.

He described Albania-Kosovo relations as fraternal and strategic. He emphasized shared history, sacrifices, and euro-Atlantic goals.

He stressed Albania’s commitment to inter-parliamentary cooperation. He confirmed support for Kosovo’s EU, NATO, and Council of Europe membership.

Finally, he highlighted strong U.S. support. He said it guarantees Kosovo’s future. Peleshi concluded that Kosovo’s independence represents freedom over oppression. He praised it as a source of pride for all Albanians.

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