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Story summary
- On February 20, 2026, police in Tirana clashed with opposition protesters demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama.
- The protests occurred amid corruption allegations against Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku, as Albania seeks EU membership by 2030.
- Protesters used petrol bombs and fireworks.
- Police responded with tear gas and water cannons.
- Balluku faces charges of interfering in public tenders.
