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Protests continue sixth day in a row in Albania's capital

Protests continue sixth day in a row in Albania's capital
France 24 Monday 19 October 2026, 10:03 UTC By FRANCE24 1 min read
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Albania's capital saw protests Sunday for a sixth day in a row as Prime Minister Edi Rama ruled out resigning, the main demand of the protesters. Violent demonstrations have rocked Tirana since Tuesday, with thousands of protesters calling for Rama to step down as they rally against poor university conditions, high tuition fees and corruption.

Albania's capital saw protests Sunday for a sixth day in a row as Prime Minister Edi Rama ruled out resigning, the main demand of the protesters. Violent demonstrations have rocked Tirana since Tuesday, with thousands of protesters calling for Rama to step down as they rally against poor university conditions, high tuition fees and corruption.
Albania (LOCATION) Edi Rama (PERSON) Tirana (LOCATION) Rama (PERSON)
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