Students storm Tirana on second day

Thousands of students attacked government buildings in Albania's capital on Wednesday, the second day of violent anti-government protests that began Tuesday outside the education ministry.

Fires set, multiple ministries targeted

Part of the education ministry building was set on fire. The prime minister's office, finance ministry, interior ministry and surrounding businesses were also attacked by protesters.

Protesters demand change to system

Demonstrator Enida Bimi told Reuters the protest is for all Albanians. She said people are angry at corruption and crime and need to change the entire system.

“The people are very angry at the system. They need to change everything.”

Officials condemn violence, arrests made

Economy minister Delina Ibrahimaj said setting fire to institutions endangers lives and is not peaceful protest. Sixteen people were arrested in connection with violent acts on Tuesday.

“Setting fire to an institution is not a peaceful protest. It is an act that endanger's peoples lives”