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UPDATED Oct 17, 2026 at 6:08 AM ET
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Rama blames ‘foreign hands’ for escalating protests
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Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama on Friday blamed “foreign hands” for escalating protests, saying they aim to hinder Albania’s bid to join the European Union. Thousands have demonstrated in Tirana since Tuesday, demanding his resignation and denouncing university conditions and high tuition fees. Experts argue a political solution is needed to calm the unrest.
WHO: Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama
WHAT: Rama blamed alleged foreign involvement for escalating protests.
WHEN: Oct 16, 2026
WHERE: Tirana, Albania
WHY: Rama said the protests were aimed at hindering Albania’s bid to join the European Union.
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