The Acquittal of Ramush Haradinaj and Its Perception in the Albanosphere
The Acquittal of Ramush Haradinaj and Its Perception in the Albanosphere

Summary/Abstract: How to explain the glorification of Ramush Haradinaj by Albanians after his return from The Hague in November 2012 in spite of having enough information to at least doubt that the accusations against Haradinaj were based on true facts? Firstly, this can be explained by the fact that nationalism as an ideology of power and the program of the unification of all Albanians still remains dominant in Albania and Kosovo. Secondly, when defending Haradinaj the Albanians equally defend the image of their country and of themselves in the eyes of the international community, because they see themselves as part of the European Union program as well. This has developed a double language among Albanians, used even by Haradinaj: When speaking with the internationals he brands the six stars Kosovo flag, whereas when speaking with his Albanian countrymen and politicians he brands the red black Albanian flag.

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