25 Apr 2024 | 07:37 PM UTC
Albania: Activists to demonstrate in Tirana April 26
Activists to protest at Tirana City Hall in Tirana, Albania, from 11:00 April 26. Heightened security, transport disruptions likely.
Activists plan to protest at Tirana City Hall from 11:00 April 26. Demonstrators will call upon the mayor of Tirana to resign following a series of arrests targeting city officials accused of corruption. The demonstration follows related protests on April 5, 11, and 19 that appeared to draw several hundred participants; the April 11 gathering resulted in clashes and featured some demonstrators throwing flaming objects. Authorities plan to close roads near the demonstration site from 09:45 and ask the public to avoid traveling in the area.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the protest site. Clashes between demonstrators and law enforcement offices cannot be ruled out.
Avoid the protest area as a standard precaution. Allow additional time if traveling near Tirana City Hall through at least the late afternoon on April 26. Strictly heed all instructions from law enforcement officers. Immediately depart the area at the first sign that any security disturbance may occur.
