Student protests escalate in Albania amid calls for PM resignation
Clashes between demonstrators and police continue for a third day as thousands demand better conditions and leadership change.
At a glance
- Clashes between protesters and police occurred for the third day in a row on Thursday
- Demonstrators are calling for Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation
- Protesters are demanding better studying conditions for students
- Rama condemned the demonstrations, citing damage to government buildings
Protests in Albania have intensified, with clashes between demonstrators and police occurring for the third consecutive day on Thursday. Thousands of protesters are calling for Prime Minister Edi Rama to resign and demanding improved studying conditions for students.
Rama condemned what he described as "chaos" resulting from the demonstrations, citing damage to government buildings. The unrest reflects growing discontent among the student population over educational conditions.
Why it matters
Student-led protests reflect broader discontent in Albania over education quality and governance, potentially signalling wider social unrest.
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