As Prime Minister Edi Rama rules out resignation in response to violent protests, a political solution is needed to calm the unrest, experts argue. Original post Here

Anti-government protests in Albania have escalated into violent clashes between demonstrators and police, with unrest spreading from Tirana to several other major cities. In its latest report, the BBC examines the causes of the demonstrations, the growing public anger and the government’s response. The protests intensified on Tuesday, October 13, …

The Polish Embassy in Tirana has urged travellers to avoid areas where protests are taking place, as demonstrations in the Albanian capital continue for several days. According to Polish media outlet TVP World, the warning follows an escalation in student protests. The demonstrations initially focused on education-related issues and employment …

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has responded to the ongoing protests by sharing an image of a road sign that protesters had knocked to the ground. Young people had earlier written a message in English on the sign: “I’ll never STOP loving you Albania.” Commenting on the image, Rama reaffirmed …

Albania’s National History The National Historical Museum, one of Albania’s most important institutions preserving the country’s history and national identity, must be protected rather than attacked, its director, Elenita Roshi, has urged. Speaking to the Albanian Telegraphic Agency (ATSH) on October 16, Roshi stressed the museum’s importance following several attempts …

The United Nations in Albania has reacted to the protests in Tirana, expressing concern over acts of violence and escalating tensions. In its statement, the UN called on all parties to refrain from violence and engage in dialogue, emphasizing the importance of respecting fundamental rights and ensuring proportionality in law …

Prime Minister Edi Rama has reacted on social media to the ongoing protests by university and high school students in Tirana. Rama published a message expressing his love for Albania, accompanying the post with a photograph of a fallen road sign. “I loved Albania unconditionally when it had been brought …

Albania’s religious leaders have issued a joint statement regarding the situation arising from student protests held across the country in recent days. In the statement, religious leaders called for peace, justice, responsibility and dialogue. The Interreligious Council stressed that young people must be heard and that institutions must provide responses …

Tirana Police have issued an official statement regarding protesters detained during Thursday’s protests. According to police, 56 people have been arrested and criminal proceedings have been initiated against 97 others. In the statement, police said protesters had engaged in acts of violence, throwing stones, hard objects and pyrotechnic devices at …

Sokol Sadushi officially handed over his duties as President of the Supreme Court to Ilir Panda during a ceremony held this Friday in Tirana, in the Joint Chambers Hall. The ceremony was attended by Supreme Court judges, legal advisers, and members of the court’s administrative staff. The handover marks the …