The former deputy UN Special Envoy for the final status negotiations for Kosovo, Albert Rohan, in an interview with Pristina-based news site Republika, said the violent actions of recent months have seriously damaged Kosovo's image in the international arena. "In a democracy, political confrontations are done peacefully, arguments and political debate should take place in Parliament," said Rohan. He suggested that the only way to get out of this situation is the return of the opposition in institutions. This, according to him, should also apply to the election of the President of Kosovo. "The tendency to prevent or influence the election of the President through acts of violence must be punished. Such practices have no place in a democracy,” Rohan said.  With regards to visa liberalization, Rohan is optimistic that it can happen very soon. “Now is the time for the EU to grant visa liberalization for Kosovo. Once all the requirements are met, it will happen. I hope it happens this year,” he added.