politics

April 30, 2026

Everything to Return to the Previous State

Instead of immediately withdrawing Mirdić's laws, the authorities decided to misuse them until the elections, while simultaneously corresponding with the Venice Commission and buying time in the hope that the EU would still grant them some euros.

Everything to Return to the Previous State

TL;DR

  • The authorities are accused of exploiting Mirdić's laws until the elections, rather than immediately withdrawing them.
  • The government claims the Venice Commission's report is "fair and balanced," praising a specific provision that was heavily criticized by the public.
  • Critics argue that the authorities are misinterpreting the Venice Commission's feedback to claim victory.
  • The Venice Commission, while commending some aspects, also called for the cessation of misuse of the laws and the reinstatement of certain prosecutors.
  • Legal experts and opposition members suggest that the authorities are using the situation to their political advantage and that returning to the previous state might be the best solution.
  • The Venice Commission's report raised concerns about financial assessments and public consultations regarding proposed legal changes.
  • The article suggests that the government's actions indicate a lack of urgency to resolve the issues, potentially indicating a strategy to use the situation until the elections.
  • The EU's stance is presented as a clear message that democratic reforms are necessary for accession and financial aid, questioning the government's commitment.

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