Press Release: Joint statement by the Heads of Mission of the European Union, the OSCE, and the United States in Skopje

The Heads of Mission of the European Union, the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), and the United States in Skopje issued the following statement on 26 February 2013:

This country is currently at a critical juncture. The aspirations of its citizens for a better future, as well as the country's political stability are jeopardized by the current crisis.

There must be a move away from public ultimatums, fixed positions and short term tactics towards direct dialogue and compromise in the best interest of the citizens and the country.

We urge in this respect all political leaders to take responsibility and without further delay find a definitive solution to the current political crisis.