Albanian protests against Kushner-linked coastal development turn violent after 100th day
Protesters say the project would damage the Vjosa delta and restrict coast access as the demonstrations reach their 100th day.
- On Tuesday, police blocked protesters from reaching parliament in Tirana, Albania, as demonstrations against a luxury development linked to Jared Kushner, U.S. President Donald Trump's son-in-law, turned violent. Demonstrators pelted officers in riot gear with eggs and tomatoes.
- The "Flamingo Revolution," now in its 100th day, initially targeted plans for luxury resorts in Zvernec Bay and Sazan Island but has evolved into a major challenge to Prime Minister Edi Rama and Albania's long-ruling Socialist government.
- Protesters confronted cars carrying lawmakers and blocked traffic as parliament resumed from summer recess. Protester Elidon Mehmetaj stated, "We are here because we want change. Life is getting harder, and the government is not listening."
- Plainclothes officers intervened to escort officials through crowds, detaining several demonstrators in the process. Reports indicate some students now face criminal prosecution following the unrest.
- Although Ivanka Trump previously described the family's involvement as an "incredible project," Prime Minister Rama continues supporting the investment while critics warn the development threatens fragile ecosystems in the Vjosa River delta.
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Police in Tirana clashed with protesters to prevent them from reaching parliament, after the latest protests against the construction of a luxury complex linked to Jared Kushner, the son-in-law of US President Donald Trump, turned violent, reports Al Jazeera.
The Albanians continue to mobilize against the luxurious real estate project of Jared Kushner, Donald Trump's son-in-law, in a protected natural area of Albania. In front of the National Assembly, the inhabitants have been demonstrating continuously for 101 days. An important police mechanism has been put in place and several people have been arrested by the police.
"Albania is not for sale," the protestors emphasize against the $4.6 billion megaproject. Citizens denounce handing over sovereignty to foreign interests
Tirana (Albania) – In demonstrations in Albania there have been clashes between demonstrators and the police. The reason for the protests is a ...
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