Why is this important: Berisha’s refusal to take a break stems from a personal struggle over party rules. The Democratic Party statute mandates the leader’s resignation if the party loses parliamentary elections. By protesting daily, Berisha aims to block any move to invoke that rule.

Why is this important: Through his lawyer, Meta argued that easing his pretrial restriction poses no risk to the integrity of evidence now that SPAK has formally closed its probe. He also contends that, as an active politician and party leader, the court should have considered his public responsibilities before ordering continued imprisonment.

Why is this important: Berisha’s rare concession comes days after SPAK Chief Altin Dumani declared the 21 January case a priority for the Special Prosecutor’s Office. As investigations focus on whether Berisha ordered the Guard of the Republic to fire on protesters demanding his resignation and that of his deputy Ilir Meta, his statement reframes long-standing debates over accountability and state violence.

Why is this important: Voters who backed “Nisma Shqipëria Bëhet” for genuine alternatives have watched those promises unravel into a bitter family feud, accusations of fund abuse and even threats of violence. The ruling not only seals the coalition’s fate but also warns other newcomers that without firm structures, idealistic movements can implode under old-style politics.

Why is this important: Veliaj is the highest-ranking elected official to have been arrested while in office amid Albania’s high-profile anti-corruption campaign. He spent 163 days in pretrial detention without learning the exact charges against him—raising questions about due process, proportionality, and compliance with the European Convention on Human Rights.