Albania: Violent protests rock Tirana for third straight day
Fires burn in central Tirana as protesters throw stones and police respond with tear gas and water cannon. Student-led demonstrations demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation enter their third day.
Albania witnessed violent protests in Tirana for the third consecutive day. Demonstrators clashed with riot police, hurling stones, firecrackers and other objects. In response, the police used tear gas and water cannons. Fires erupted in the city center, consuming trees and a roadside structure. Footage shows protesters fleeing thick smoke, breaking through police barriers and retaliating with thrown tear-gas canisters.
Stores and banks suffered damage, some were looted. Police reported extensive vandalism, including ATMs, cameras, vehicles and fencing. Burnt-out cars, shattered windows, and ruined offices were seen across Tirana. As the unrest continues, residents and workers began clearing debris. The protests, initially sparked by student grievances over university costs and quality, have evolved into a broader challenge to Prime Minister Edi Rama's government.
The Flamingo movement, which opposes a luxury resort project linked to Jared Kushner, has joined the students. Their demands include Rama's resignation over corruption allegations.
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