Joint statement by OSCE, EU, US in Skopje

SKOPJE, 27 February 2013 - The Heads of the Delegation of the European Union in Skopje, the OSCE Mission in Skopje and the United States Embassy in Skopje issued the following statement:

"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."