After US Lifts Graft Sanctions, is Albania’s Berisha Really ‘Back’?

The lifting of graft sanctions on former Albanian President Sali Berisha by the US under Donald Trump has stirred controversy and raised questions about his political future. While this waiver could potentially allow Berisha to engage more freely in international affairs, it remains unclear how much it will impact his standing with the opposition party he leads. The implications of this move are significant, as Berisha's past has been marred by accusations of corruption and authoritarian tendencies, and his return to prominence could influence Albania's political landscape and its relations with Western powers.