01 Nov 2024 | 10:07 AM UTC
Albania: Political opposition leader calls for protest in Shkodra, Nov. 2
Political opposition leader calls for protest in Shkodra, Albania, from 12:00 Nov. 2. Increased security, localized disruptions.
Opposition political leader and former prime minister Sali Berisha has called for a demonstration and march in Shkodra, from 12:00 Nov. 2. The Democratic Party leader will denounce the current government led by PM Edi Rama. The demonstration start point and subsequent march route are not immediately clear, however the event may begin at the town hall. It is not known how many will attend the rally.
Authorities will likely deploy increased security to the event. Road travel and transport disruptions are likely near the protest site. Limited confrontations between law enforcement officers and demonstrators are possible.
Follow local news sources for updated security advice. Avoid the protests as a standard precaution. Allow additional time if traveling near Shkodra, and consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the vicinity of the demonstrations 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.
In recent days, three people died in a shooting incident in Shkodra. The event was likely related to local organized crime, but Berisha also links the event to government policies.
