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Police Use Water Cannon, Injure Officers in Anti-Rama Protest

7/3/2026

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On July 2 2026, police clashed with protesters outside Parliament, injuring three officers and several demonstrators.
Police deployed water cannon and tear gas.
Demonstrators demanded Prime Minister Edi Rama’s resignation, opposed construction in protected areas and accused the government of corruption.
The protests began May 31 after a May 30 incident where a citizen was dragged by security linked to Jared Kushner, prompting the Association of Journalists to report attacks on its members.

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Story summary

On July 2 2026, police clashed with protesters outside Parliament, injuring three officers and several demonstrators.
Police deployed water cannon and tear gas.
Demonstrators demanded Prime Minister Edi Rama’s resignation, opposed construction in protected areas and accused the government of corruption.
The protests began May 31 after a May 30 incident where a citizen was dragged by security linked to Jared Kushner, prompting the Association of Journalists to report attacks on its members.