English

Nuhodžić: State assumes responsibility for the protection of peace

Mevludin Nuhodžić

“Despite obvious tensions and incidents, Montenegro is home to all of us, built on the grounds of peace, stability and multi-confessional harmony. That harmony is a result of dialogue, respect for different identities, mutual understanding and tolerance. Therefore, I firmly believe that those values we have been cherishing for centuries will be preserved. The state is responsible for the protection of peace”, said for Dnevne novine Minister of Interior, Mr Mevludin Nuhodžić.

Montenegro, he points out, always knew what to do in difficult times.

“I am sure the current religious issues will be settled through dialogue. We must be aware that differences are not supposed to divide us but to serve as a motive for getting closer to each other. I am sure we all want Montenegro to be safe. The state will guarantee safety to every citizen, regardless of his/her religion or nation”, said Minister.

Mr Nuhodžić firmly believes that tolerance, harmony and multi-confessional co-existence can’t be jeopardized.

Asked to comment on the reaction of state institutions to the most recent events, Minister says that “state institutions won’t allow violence”.

“Institutions are obliged to respect human rights and citizens’ freedoms. Only in the environment of mutual respect, trust and dialogue can we demonstrate that state’s interest and interests of our citizens are above the national and religious differences”, points out Mr Nihodžić.

Ministar harshly criticizes attacks on the police and points out he fully supports police officers for their professional and responsible work.

“Public assemblies are peaceful, in accordance with civil and democratic values. There are cases of violence and I condemn those cases”, says Mr Nuhodžić.

Full support for police officers

“Once again, I fully support police officers who do their job in a professional and responsible manner, in accordance with the law, without allowing to be provoked. I praise our police officers, who have demonstrated tolerance and patience in the use of their police competence”, Minister says.

 

Send this to a friend