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Albanian Police Clash With Protesters Over Kushner Resort

9/10/2026

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Albanian police clashed with protesters opposing a Jared Kushner-linked luxury resort in Tirana.
The demonstrations marked their 100th day of protests against the coastal development.
Scientists say preliminary work destroyed flamingo and loggerhead turtle nesting sites and threatens coastal access.
Prime Minister Edi Rama supports the project, saying it will modernise Albania after isolation.
Demonstrators chanted “Arrest Rama!” and several protesters were detained, with arrests unconfirmed.

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Albanian police clashed with protesters opposing a Jared Kushner-linked luxury resort in Tirana.
The demonstrations marked their 100th day of protests against the coastal development.
Scientists say preliminary work destroyed flamingo and loggerhead turtle nesting sites and threatens coastal access.
Prime Minister Edi Rama supports the project, saying it will modernise Albania after isolation.
Demonstrators chanted “Arrest Rama!” and several protesters were detained, with arrests unconfirmed.