Denigrating language towards journalists, Prishtinë, 08.04.2022
The AAK leader, and MP, Ramush Haradinaj, attacked today the media in Albania and Kosovo, calling them “mercenaries” and “sold out”, after his claims that they reported that he could be considered a candidate for President of Albania. Moreover, Haradinaj has accused the media of working “against the interests of Albania and Kosovo”.
Such language is threatening, denigrating, unacceptable, and endangering the safety of journalists.
AJK calls on Mr. Haradinaj and all political actors to direct their complaints about reporting to self-regulatory bodies and to refrain from insulting and threatening language.
| Reporter Details | Denigrating language towards journalists, Prishtinë, 08.04.2022 |
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| Case description | The AAK leader, and MP, Ramush Haradinaj, attacked today the media in Albania and Kosovo, calling them “mercenaries” and “sold out”, after his claims that they reported that he could be considered a candidate for President of Albania. Moreover, Haradinaj has accused the media of working “against the interests of Albania and Kosovo”. |
| State | Kosovo |
| Name and Surname | |
| Gender | Group |
| Date | 8.4.2022 |
| City | Prishtinë |
| Type of Incident | Attacks on media outlets and organizations |
| From who | By public persons |
| The Offender / Suspect | Ramush Haradinaj |
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| Public Prosecutor | |
| Judiciary | |
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| Has the Journalist Association been notified? | Yes |
| Has the incident been reported to the authorities? | |
| Has the incident been reported to the XXX? | |
| Associations Respond | Such language is threatening, denigrating, unacceptable, and endangering the safety of journalists. AJK calls on Mr. Haradinaj and all political actors to direct their complaints about reporting to self-regulatory bodies and to refrain from insulting and threatening language. |