Tirana is engulfed by strong tensions this Wednesday, October 14,
while the protest in the capital has escalated into a clash between protesters and law enforcement.
According to media reports, rocks and Molotov cocktails were thrown near the Prime Minister's Office.,
while the situation was accompanied by smoke, flames and the intervention of the police.
The published images show a tense situation in the center of the capital.
Tensions are not limited to this area. According to reports, fires have also engulfed the premises of the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Economy, while damage to businesses and collisions on several streets of Tirana have been reported.
The protests are linked to grievances about corruption, the costs of higher education, conditions at universities and financial support for students. However, during the gathering, the situation was aggravated by the reported acts of violence and material damage.
Until the moment of the published reports, it is said that incendiary material was thrown towards the Prime Minister's building. What is reported is that Molotov cocktails were thrown at her, while flames were set in other institutions and businesses near the protest area.
The situation remains tense, while further developments and the full balance of incidents are expected to become clear from official announcements and subsequent reports.
