In a public response, the LDK has singled out this unacceptable decision, stressing that these two symbols have particular historical and state significance and cannot be treated as decorative elements.

According to the LDK, the photograph of Ibrahim Rugova, which he calls the Founding Father of the Republic of Kosovo, and the Declaration of Independence represent the foundations of Kosovo’s citizenship and identity.

The removal of these two symbols violates this institutional respect, says the LDK response.

On the other hand, this party has stressed that the presidency has the responsibility to maintain the state’s continuity and honour historical heritage, despite the change of presidents.

The LDK has called on President Shiroka-Pula to review the decision and return the photograph of Ibrahim Rugova and the Declaration of Independence to their presidency positions.

Source Layer: RTKLive