Prime Minister Edi Rama’s attempt at humor during a European summit turned into a viral spectacle on Thursday, overshadowing the European Political Community’s agenda in Copenhagen and sparking both international scrutiny and domestic criticism. The incident unfolded when Rama, known for injecting jokes into international meetings, mocked U.S. President Donald Trump’s repeated gaffe confusing Albania with Armenia. Rama’s decision to revive it, however, appeared to place Albania at the center of ridicule rather than diplomacy. For Albania, a NATO member reliant on strong ties with Washington, the incident was more than just a passing joke. Whether Rama’s backpedaling and praise for Trump will be enough to neutralize the backlash remains uncertain.