In Tirana, the capital of Albania, opposition protesters clashed with police on Tuesday, leading to multiple injuries among both protesters and law enforcement officers. Participants in the anti-government protests hurled Molotov cocktails and stones at government buildings, prompting police to respond with tear gas and water cannons to disperse the crowd. Reports indicate that at least 16 police officers were injured and 13 protesters were arrested during the violent confrontations.

The protests were called for by opposition leader Sali Berisha, who criticized the government's actions and sparked a movement against Prime Minister Edi Rama's administration. During the demonstrations, attacks were directed towards the parliament and cabinet buildings, showing the escalating tensions in Albanian politics. Berisha also stated that a member of his centrist-right party was hospitalized due to injuries sustained during the unrest, highlighting the personal stakes involved in this political strife.

Albanian political life has been consistently marked by protests, with leaders from opposing sides often exchanging allegations and accusations regarding connections to organized crime. The situation is further complicated by the recent suspension of Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku, raising concerns over governance and the rule of law as the country grapples with ongoing civil unrest and political instability.