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Police and protesters face off in Albania on third day of anti-govt demonstrations

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Briefings

On Thursday, October 15, 2026, police and protesters clashed in Albania's capital during the third consecutive day of violence. The unrest stems from student demands for better university conditions and Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation, which were initially triggered by a luxury tourism project linked to Donald Trump's family. The conflict has escalated amid ongoing calls for the PM's departure, with violence occurring in the country's south. The event marks a significant escalation in the political instability affecting Albania.

Key points

• Police and protesters clashed in Albania's capital on Thursday, October 15, 2026, during the third consecutive day of violence.
• The unrest was triggered by student protests calling for better university conditions and Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation, initially linked to a luxury tourism project connected to Donald Trump's family.

Context and limitations

Evidence covers only the third day of violence in Albania's capital; specific casualty numbers, exact locations of clashes, and long-term consequences remain unknown.

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