Macedonians blockade NATO withdrawal at Tetovo
Macedonians have blockaded a main road to Macedonia’s second city today, preventing the army from withdrawing its tanks and heavy weapons.
Macedonians are fearful that the withdrawal of troops may leave them vulnerable to attack by ethnic Albanians.
According to the disarmament plan for the rebels, Macedonian military and rebels are supposed to withdraw from positions where they are in close contact.
The United Nations refugee agency, meanwhile, has voiced concerns for the safety of refugees returning to their homes.
Many Slav Macedonians blame NATO for the political situation in their country, claiming they failed to prevent the smuggling of arms from Kosovo through a major rebel supply route.
The killing of a British soldier on Sunday could indicate further hostility NATO faces in its Operation Essential Harvest.
