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Alexis Caraco

Albania: Student protests in Tirana turn violent as Flamingo Revolution escalates

Hundreds gathered outside the Education Ministry to demand better university conditions, increased financial support and improved job prospects. The protests escalated as demonstrators threw stones, smashed shop windows and damaged businesses, while police responded with tear gas and water cannon.

According to a police update on Wednesday, 16 people were arrested and 49 others faced criminal proceedings. Six police officers and at least one journalist were injured.

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