Anti-government protesters and riot police fought through the streets of Tirana on Saturday, with violent confrontations occurring across several parts of the Albanian capital.
Witnesses reported that clashes between demonstrators and security forces persisted throughout the day, as both sides remained present in central areas of the city. The protests were described by participants as anti-government in nature.
There was no immediate official statement from the Albanian government or police force detailing the events, the number of participants, or any injuries or detentions resulting from the unrest.
The disturbances in Tirana come amid heightened public demonstrations in recent months, and the day's violence highlighted the ongoing tensions between demonstrators and state authorities. It remained unclear whether further protests were planned or how officials would respond in the days ahead.