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Fire engulfs Albania’s Supreme Court as protests enter fifth day

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Briefings

Anti-government protests in Tirana escalated on October 18, 2026, resulting in the fire of the Supreme Court offices. The incident occurred during the fifth day of the demonstrations, marking a significant escalation in the unrest against the ruling regime.

Key points

• On October 18, 2026, offices at Albania's Supreme Court in Tirana were set ablaze during anti-government protests.
• The fire occurred as the fifth day of protests began in Tirana, indicating an intensifying conflict between demonstrators and state institutions.

Context

This event occurred during the fifth day of widespread anti-government protests in Albania, where demonstrators have been gathering since mid-October 2026. The Supreme Court fire represents a critical escalation in the conflict between protesters and state institutions.

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Evidence is limited to a single sentence describing the fire; specific casualty numbers, protest locations beyond Tirana, or casualty details are not provided.

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