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Statement
by
the Secretary General Concerning Developments
in the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (1)
I strongly condemn the latest actions by extremist groups
in the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia and denounce
their threats of further attacks. The escalation of violence
cannot bring a positive outcome. I urge extremists to
end their fighting, leave the villages they are occupying
and cease the intimidation of innocent civilians. Violence
does not serve justice, nor does it contribute to the
establishment of a better and fairer society.
President Trajkovski and I talked today and I welcomed
his intention to move forward on a comprehensive proposal
for ending the crisis. NATO sent a team of experts to
Skopje earlier today to provide assistance to the authorities
in developing their plans and proposals. NATO’s strong
efforts to control movements by extremists across the
border with Kosovo continue to have an effect, as clearly
shown this weekend with the arrest of 12 extremists by
KFOR.
I encourage all political forces in the country to work
with President Trajkovski and support the necessary political
efforts to end the crisis.
- Turkey
recognises the Republic of Macedonia with its constitutional
name.
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