Protests in Albania have escalated into violent clashes across multiple cities after months of peaceful anti-government demonstrations. The unrest began over a luxury tourism project linked to Jared Kushner and has widened to include demands for lower education costs.
01Summary
- 01Clashes have spread from Tirana to Durrës, Shkodër, Korçë and Vlora.
- 02A floor of the education ministry was set on fire and other government buildings were attacked.
- 03Peaceful 'Flamingo' protests over a tourism project linked to Jared Kushner had been running for 140 days.
- 04Prime Minister Edi Rama has ruled out resigning, blaming opposition leader Sali Berisha for the violence.
- 05Dozens of police have been injured and the UK has advised visitors to avoid demonstrations.
02Why it matters
Albania is a candidate for EU membership and a popular tourist destination; continued instability could harm its international standing and economy.
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