Domestic opinion divided on Albania’s decision to host Afghan refugees headed to US
01 September 2021 |
11:53 am
Albania agreed to host Afghan refugees while they are being vetted for visas for the US. Although some in the country feel that Albania has a duty to help its NATO ally, others feel Albania is struggling enough as it is.
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