Albania's Parliament has approved a significant deal that will see the country hosting thousands of migrants rescued in international waters by Italy. The decision was made despite protests from opposition lawmakers and human rights groups.
The Parliament, which is predominantly led by Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama's left-wing Socialist Party, voted 77 to zero in favor of the deal, with no abstentions. Conservative opposition lawmakers attempted to disrupt the vote with whistles, but the approval process continued smoothly. The final step of approval will involve the president issuing a decree.
