21 Oct 2024 | 03:25 PM UTC
Albania: Activists to demonstrate in Tirana, Oct. 23
Opposition activists, retirees to protest at Prime Minister's Office in Tirana, Albania, 10:00 Oct. 23. Heightened security likely.
Opposition activists and retirees affiliated with the Levizja Bashke political party plan to protest at the Prime Minister's Office on Bulevardi Deshmoret e Kombit in Tirana from 10:00 Oct. 23. The purpose of the demonstration is to demand pension increases. It was not immediately clear how many participants may attend.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the protest site. Low-level confrontations between demonstrators and law enforcement officers cannot be ruled out.
Avoid the affected area as a standard precaution. Allow additional time if traveling near the protest site. Strictly heed all instructions from law enforcement officers. Immediately depart the area at the first sign that any security disturbance may occur.
