Prime Minister Edi Rama

Violent protests in Tirana amid alleged corruption case

Violent clashes broke out between police and opposition protesters in Tirana on Sunday (22 March) as demonstrators were demanding the resignation of the Albanian government following corruption allegations against the deputy prime minister.

Corruption allegations spark protests and clashes with police in Albania

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Albania Protests

Corruption allegations spark protests and clashes with police in Albania

Police in Tirana fired tear gas and used water cannon in clashes on Friday (20 February) with opposition protesters demanding the resignation of the Albanian government following corruption allegations against the deputy prime minister.

Demonstrators and police clash after corruption investigation sparks protests in Albania

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Violent Protests

Demonstrators and police clash after corruption investigation sparks protests in Albania

Anti-government protestors and police clashed in Albania's capital Tirana on Tuesday evening as thousands gathered to demand the resignation of the deputy prime minister over alleged corruption.

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