Student protests over education and social issues in Albania turn violent

A nationwide protest in Albania over education and social issues escalated into violence when student demonstrators threw bricks and concrete blocks at the Education Ministry in Tirana. Police responded with tear gas and water cannons, detaining several people.

Organizers cited concerns over university conditions, high tuition fees, financial support, job prospects, inequality, and overall government policies.

The unrest aligns with broader European student protests, including recent French demonstrations over poor facilities and understaffing.

Condemning the violence, Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu stated on Facebook that attacking police and damaging public property is unacceptable.

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