Police in Albania used force against protesters in Tirana demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama’s resignation following a corruption scandal, with clashes resulting in at least 16 injuries and 13 arrests. Demonstrators also called for Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku to face prosecution for alleged interference in government construction contracts, leading to political discontent and ongoing antigovernment protests. Opposition leader Sali Berisha organized the rallies, emphasizing a “peaceful uprising” against both Rama and Balluku, highlighting public distrust towards the current leadership and opposition due to corruption allegations.
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