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Albania Protests Escalate
Albania's anti-government riots enter fifth day as clashes spread through Tirana.
In brief
Albania's anti-government riots enter fifth day as clashes spread through Tirana. Albanian protesters joined by students have escalated anti-government riots in Tirana for five days, with Prime Minister Edi Rama refusing to resign. Originally reported by Seattletimes.
Riots Enter Fifth Day
Anti-government protests in Tirana enter fifth day as clashes spread through the city center.
Violence Escalates
Protesters hurled rocks, petrol bombs, flares and fireworks at police who responded with tear gas, water cannons and baton charges.
Students Join Movement
High school and university students joined the anti-government movement demanding Socialist Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation.
Police Response
Police arrested 167 people and injured 132 officers during the unrest, with seven officers suspended pending investigations.
The key point
Albanian protesters joined by students have escalated anti-government riots in Tirana for five days, with Prime Minister Edi Rama refusing to resign.
