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- The U.S. State Department is not commenting on the corruption crisis in Albania involving Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku.
- An Albanian court reinstated Balluku after her removal over allegations of interference in construction bids.
- Former Deputy Prime Minister Arben Ahmetaj, currently on the run, accused Prime Minister Edi Rama of directing corrupt practices linked to organized crime.
- Critics claim Rama's government lacks accountability, labeling it a "banana republic," as public anger against both leaders rises.
- The State Department has not announced plans to sanction Balluku amid ongoing legal issues.
