Protesters clash with police in Tirana: tear gas and water cannons deployed

Tensions escalate in Albania's capital

Mass anti-government rallies repeated themselves in Tirana, the capital of Albania, accompanied by fierce clashes between participants and law enforcement representatives. The demonstrators' main demand remains the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama and the implementation of decisive measures to combat corruption.

Events near the government complex

The protesters' route led from the Ministry of Education to the government buildings. Along the way, demonstrators created obstacles by blocking streets with barricades made of waste containers. As they approached the government complex, the crowd's mood intensified: participants threw stones, paving slabs, and homemade incendiary devices (Molotov cocktails) at the security forces.

To suppress the riots and disperse the crowd, special police units deployed water cannons, tear gas, pepper spray, and other special equipment.

Change in protest movement strategy

Activists organising the rallies announced a review of their tactics. Instead of daily street appearances, they plan to hold nationwide manifestations twice a week. This change in format aims to increase pressure on the current authorities.