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Anti-Government Protests in Albania: The Student Revolt and the Escalation of the Political Crisis

Developments through the morning of 20 October 2026 Special Report, prepared by the Albanian Institute for International Studies (AIIS) Introduction Albania’s anti-government protests have become a sustained political crisis. By October 19,

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Albania’s Revolt Against the Government

The prime minister accuses Russia and Iran of fueling protests as allegations of state capture, police violence and dissent from Socialist figures deepen Albania’s political crisis. Tirana Times, October 19, 2026 –

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Tirana Erupts in Chaos as Anti-Government Protests Escalate

Student-led demonstrations turn into violent confrontations, with attacks on state institutions and luxury buildings amid allegations of systemic corruption, police brutality and a deepening political crisis. Tirana Times, October 14, 2026 –

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Deputy PM Balluku Suspended as SPAK Probe Widens

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By Tirana Times Staff Tirana 20, November 2025.The suspension of Albania’s Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku by the Special Court Against Corruption and Organized Crime marks one of the most consequential judicial

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Balluku Charges Test PM Rama’s Power

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TIRANA, Albania (Tirana Times) November 11, 2025. The criminal charges filed against Deputy Prime Minister and Infrastructure Minister Belinda Balluku over the Llogara Tunnel project have pushed Albania’s flagship justice reform into

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Constitutional Court Overturns Dismissal: Veliaj Formally Reinstated as Tirana Mayor

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Tirana November 3,2025 The Constitutional Court has ruled in favor of Erion Veliaj, annulling the government’s decision to dismiss him from office and invalidating President Bajram Begaj’s decree for early elections in

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SPAK Summons Deputy Prime Minister Balluku

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SPAK Summons Deputy Prime Minister Balluku A Major Test for Albania’s Anti-Corruption Drive Tirana, October 27, 2025 .The Special Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SPAK) has officially summoned Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of

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Syria Recognizes Kosovo in Diplomatic Breakthrough Backed by Saudi Arabia

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TIRANA, October 29, 2025 In a major diplomatic breakthrough, Syria has officially recognized the Republic of Kosovo as an independent and sovereign state, becoming the 120th country to do so. The

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Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama Meets Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh

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Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama Meets Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh Riyadh, October 27, 2025 . Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama is paying an official visit to the Kingdom

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Vlora Airport Stirs Security Fears Over Russian Links

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Albania’s Second National Airport Sparks Concerns for National Security and NATO The opening of Albania’s second international airport in Vlora, celebrated as a milestone in the country’s infrastructure modernization, has quickly become

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Albania Beats Serbia, Keeps World Cup Dream Alive

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By Tirana Times Staff | October 12, 2025 LESKOVAC . Albania stunned Serbia with a 1–0 victory on Saturday night, a result that not only strengthens its bid for a first-ever World

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Judge’s Killing in Courtroom Shakes Albania’s Justice System

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By Tirana Times Staff TIRANA, October 7, 2025 — The fatal shooting of Appeals Court Judge Astrit Kalaja inside a courtroom in Tirana on Monday has sent shockwaves across Albania, raising profound

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NY Mayor’s Visit Puts Spotlight on Rama’s Foreign Links

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By Tirana Times StaffTIRANA — October 7, 2025 The visit of New York City Mayor Eric Adams to Tirana this week at the personal invitation of Prime Minister Edi Rama has reignited

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Rama’s Trump Joke Overshadows Copenhagen Summit

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Tirana, Albania (Tirana Times). Prime Minister Edi Rama’s attempt at humor during a European summit turned into a viral spectacle on Thursday, overshadowing the European Political Community’s agenda in Copenhagen and sparking

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Anti-Government Protests in Albania: The Student Revolt and the Escalation of the Political Crisis

Albania’s Revolt Against the Government

Tirana Erupts in Chaos as Anti-Government Protests Escalate

Deputy PM Balluku Suspended as SPAK Probe Widens

Balluku Charges Test PM Rama’s Power

Constitutional Court Overturns Dismissal: Veliaj Formally Reinstated as Tirana Mayor

SPAK Summons Deputy Prime Minister Balluku

Syria Recognizes Kosovo in Diplomatic Breakthrough Backed by Saudi Arabia

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama Meets Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh

Vlora Airport Stirs Security Fears Over Russian Links

Albania Beats Serbia, Keeps World Cup Dream Alive

Judge’s Killing in Courtroom Shakes Albania’s Justice System

NY Mayor’s Visit Puts Spotlight on Rama’s Foreign Links

Rama’s Trump Joke Overshadows Copenhagen Summit

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