With hopes for peace in the Balkan conflict dwindling daily, the last thing the West needs is a further destabilization in the region brought about by two area states. The two states in question, Albania and Greece, have a long history of mutual animosity and are continuing along a similar path of polemic posturing. Despite the advent of democracy in Albania, it appears that old habits die hard as tension levels with neighboring Greece have increased during the past three years. Notwithstanding efforts by both countries, and the United States, to settle their differences, it seems that both Albania and Greece have allowed diplomacy to take a back seat to nationalist passions. Whether for political gain or as an expression of truly genuine nationalist fervor, both Albania and Greece are headed for possible confrontation should cooler heads not prevail and diplomatic efforts not afforded an opportunity to take hold.
Tension among neighbors: Greek‐Albanian relations and their impact on regional security and stability
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