Albanian police clashed with protesters Thursday as an anti-government demonstration- part of

JUL 02 2026 · 18:57

Albanian police clashed with protesters Thursday as an anti-government demonstration- part of protests triggered by plans for a luxury development linked to U.S. President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner- turned violent. Daily protests have been held for more than a month in ​Tirana over alleged corruption linked to various development projects ​along the coast and near protected areas. The government denies ⁠corruption. The protesters gathered on Thursday morning before a parliament session was due to start. As lawmakers entered the building, protesters threw ​eggs at them. Some threw eggs and flour at police ​officers.