Albanian PM Edi Rama

Referring to Fredi Beleri as the elected mayor of Himare was a clear statement, Greek FM Giorgos Gerapetritis said on Friday

A three-justice court in Tirana last week rejected a motion by Beleri for a temporary release in order to be sworn-in.

According to the Italian Newspaper La Stampa, Albania's Constitutional Court will review two appeals claiming that the agreement with Italy violates Albania's Constitution and international treaties the country has ratified

Another obstacle placed before Rama government's path towards EU accession, after Athens' warning that progress in Beleri case a condition for its support

Ethnic Greek politician won Himare mayor's race last April but is prevented from taking the oath of office. Trial repeatedly delayed

The detained Mayor said PM Rama was on a witch hunt against his political opponents