Albania Protests Escalate: Police and Demonstrators Clash in Tirana

Violent clashes erupted in Tirana, Albania, on Tuesday between police and protesters, marking an escalation in ongoing student-led demonstrations that began on September 13 to demand improved education conditions. The protests have spread across multiple cities, with demonstrators throwing stones and Molotov cocktails at security forces, who responded with tear gas. Official figures report 295 injuries, including 186 police officers, before Monday's violence. Prime Minister Edi Rama has offered dialogue with protesters while urging an end to violence, as demonstrations continue against his government and demand education reforms.