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Albania Protests Demand PM Resignation
Albanian protesters storm government buildings after demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation.
In brief
Albanian protesters storm government buildings after demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation. Albanian protesters attacked government buildings and demanded Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation following anti-government demonstrations. Originally reported by France24.
Albanian Protests Escalate
Anti-government protests in Albania's capital left several official buildings damaged and one on fire Wednesday as demonstrations turned violent for the second night in a row.
Protesters Demand PM Resignation
Demonstrators rallied for better university conditions and demanded Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation after police used water cannons and tear gas.
Violence Spreads Through City
Crowds attacked government buildings, smashed windows, set fire to multiple structures, and used street fencing to erect barricades.
Police and Protesters Clash
Riot police tried to push protesters back but the crowd showed little sign of dispersing as night fell.
Government Buildings Targeted
Protesters smashed windows at the justice ministry building and set it on fire before police chased them away.
Here's the gist
Albanian protesters attacked government buildings and demanded Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation following anti-government demonstrations.
