Media release

Latvia concerned about clashes in Kumanovo

10 May 2015

Latvia expresses concern about clashes in the Kumanovo region in the north of former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia and reports that at least five police officers have been killed and many were injured.

The Latvian Presidency of the Council of the European Union calls on the authorities, and both government and community leaders, to work together to prevent any escalation of violence. Preventing violence and providing a transparent investigation into these incidents is instrumental for restoring stability. Latvia condemns the attacks of militants on government institutions and local authorities.

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