Protests in Tirana, Albania, turn violent as demonstrators clash with police and officials impose new measures to curb unrest
Thousands of students and protesters gathered in Tirana and other Albanian cities, demanding lower tuition and better education, amid anger over government corruption. Police used water cannons and tear gas, with clashes resulting in over 300 injuries. Demonstrators threw stones and set fire to government buildings. The government introduced fines and new measures to reduce violence.
- Demonstrators demanded the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama.
- Police used water cannons and tear gas during the protests.
- Clashes occurred between demonstrators and police in Tirana on Saturday.
- More than 300 protesters and police officers sustained injuries.
- Student-led protests across central Tirana and other Albanian cities were fueled by anger over alleged government corruption.
- Opposition deputies in Albania interrupted a parliamentary session by activating signal flares.
- Prime Minister Rama introduced new measures to curb violence.
- The Albanian government introduced fines up to 5,500 euro for participants in violent protests.
- Opposition deputies from the Democratic Party of Albania blocked access to the speaker during a vote on the Central Bank law.
- Protests followed initiatives by the 'Flamingo' movement.
- Opposition leader Sali Berisha called ruling lawmakers criminals.
- Demonstrators threw stones at police and set fire to the Ministry of Agriculture entrance.
- Four opposition deputies were expelled from the chamber.
- Student demonstrators protested poor conditions and corruption.
- The new measures require parliamentary approval within 45 days.
- The Ministry of Health reported thirteen injuries on Saturday.
- Albania is currently in advanced negotiations regarding EU membership.
- Official estimates state demonstrations since mid-October caused over 2 million euros in damage.
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