Tirana Protests Intensify as PM Rama Refuses to Resign

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Violent protests erupted Sunday in Albania's capital, Tirana, with riot police responding with tear gas. Prime Minister Edi Rama rejected all calls for his resignation. The protests entered their sixth violent day, with government buildings attacked and riots causing destruction of banks and shops. Students have joined various anti-government groups in demonstrations over multiple social issues. A construction project involving Jared Kushner, Donald Trump's son-in-law, has sparked particular anger. Rama, from the Socialist Party, claimed "outside forces" are behind the protests and stated he will not step down.


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