World4 sources
Albania Protests Turn Violent in Capital Tirana
- Protesters in Tirana demanded Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation and improved university conditions.
- Police responded with tear gas and water cannons as demonstrators attacked buildings.
- Several government buildings were damaged, with at least one set ablaze.
- Students joined the protests, highlighting issues like campus conditions and rising tuition fees.
- Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu condemned the unrest and called for peaceful dialogue.
Articles (4)
France 24·
Albania protests turn violent as protestors demand PM Rama's resignation
Associated Press·
Riots erupt in Albania’s capital as students join anti-government movement
ABC News·
Clashes erupt in Albania as protesting students join anti-government movement
The Times of India·
Albania police use tear gas on protesting students as stir turns violent