TIRANA, November 9 – Prime Minister Edi Rama has reacted again regarding the Israel-Hamas war by announcing on Thursday that he will ask French President Macron for his support to engage with other leaders to achieve a ceasefire.
In a statement, on the eve of the 2023 Paris Peace Forum to be held on Friday, Rama announced that he will join other world leaders in Paris to discuss ways to help the civilian population and hopefully end the conflict in Gaza.
“As a member of the UN Security Council, but more importantly as a peaceful and peace-loving multi-religious country, Albania is extremely concerned about the ongoing conflict and prolonged suffering in Gaza,” said Prime Minister Edi Rama. The Prime Minister reiterated that Albania stands firm with Israel against Hamas.
“However, we are also deeply concerned by the destruction, civilian casualties and suffering in Gaza. In Paris, I will emphasize that it is essential to end this conflict before it gets out of control,” he said.
In his statement, Rama said that a negotiated cessation of active hostilities is necessary.
“In Paris, I will ask our host, President Macron of France for his support to engage with other leaders on the following: in exchange for an immediate cease-fire from Israel, the Arab League and Turkey must ensure the unconditional and safe release of all hostages kidnapped by Hamas. The reoccupation of Gaza is unacceptable. With the release of the hostages, Israel must withdraw all forces from Gaza,” declared Rama. /argumentum.al
