23 Sep 2024 | 02:57 PM UTC
Albania: Political activists to demonstrate in central Tirana Sept. 25
Political activists to protest at City Hall in Tirana, Albania, from 11:00 on Sept. 25; heightened security, transport disruptions likely.
Political activists plan to protest at Tirana City Hall on Sheshi Skenderbej from 11:00 on Sept. 25. The purpose of the demonstration is to demand the resignation of Tirana Mayor Erion Veliaj. Several hundred people will likely attend the protest. Previous related gatherings have seen demonstrators hurl Molotov cocktails toward Tirana City Hall and clash with police; however, recent protests have passed without incident. Law enforcement officers also closed roads near previous related demonstrations.
Authorities will likely deploy an increased security presence to the protest site to monitor the demonstration. Transport disruptions will likely affect the vicinity of Tirana City Hall amid the protest, especially if police close local roads. Clashes between demonstrators and law enforcement officers cannot be ruled out.
Avoid the protest as a standard precaution. Allow additional time if traveling in central Tirana, and consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the vicinity of the demonstration and any related disruptions. Immediately depart the area at the first sign that any security disturbance may occur. Strictly heed all instructions from law enforcement officers.
