Albania: Opposition activists to protest in Tirana Feb. 11

Event

The opposition Democratic Party of Albania will lead an anti-government protest outside the Prime Minister's Office in Tirana from 12:00 Feb. 11. The purpose of the action is to denounce Prime Minister Edi Rama for alleged corruption. Attendance could be in the thousands.

Additional police will deploy to monitor the action. Large crowds and associated security measures, including possible road closures and movement restrictions, will likely prompt localized business and transport disruptions in the surrounding area. Isolated clashes between protesters and security services cannot be ruled out, particularly if activists attempt to breach security cordons. Bystanders are unlikely to be directly targeted in any violence but would face an indirect threat of physical harm.

Advice

Avoid the protest as a routine security precaution and to mitigate associated disruptions. Heed instructions from security services and leave the area at the first sign of a confrontation. Check for disruptions and allow extra time for travel in the affected area.