US EditionClashes erupt at antigovernment protest in Albanian capital Tirana
Thousands rallied against alleged Socialist Party corruption; 25 protesters were arrested and 10 officers injured as clashes erupted near government buildings.
- Protesters in Tirana clashed with police, urging the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama over alleged corruption in his government.
- During the protest, at least 10 police officers sustained minor injuries, while 25 protesters were arrested according to opposition leader Sali Berisha.
- The ongoing political crisis stems from accusations against Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku, who allegedly interfered in state contracts, leading to increased protests.
- Opposition leader Sali Berisha called for a united effort to establish a technical government for early elections.
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The demonstrators demanded the resignation of the government of Edi Rama and delivered skirmishes with the police.
In the Albanian capital Tirana, a demonstration against the government last night resulted in riots.
Thousands of people came out on Saturday, 24 January, in the city centre of Tirana, the capital of Albania, to protest against the government. The demonstration took place in trenches with order forces, armed with at least 25 arrests and 11...
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