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Tirana protests escalate: Iute Kredit branch torched, institutions attacked
BlicLO·AL·about 16 hours ago
Thousands of Albanian students demanding improved university conditions and job prospects have escalated protests into violence, with government buildings set on fire in Tirana. The unrest marks a sharp escalation from prior peaceful demonstrations, though the extent of damage and government response remain unclear. This development signals domestic political instability in Albania and could pressure the government to address education and employment grievances.