Albanian protesters rally against Kushner-backed resort in protected area
Summary
Thousands of people in Albania have protested against a luxury resort project linked to President Donald Trump’s family. The resort is planned in a protected coastal area that is important for wildlife, and protesters are also upset about corruption and lack of transparency in the government.Key Facts
- The protests are happening in Tirana, the capital of Albania.
- The resort project is connected to President Trump’s daughter Ivanka and her husband Jared Kushner.
- The planned construction is in a protected natural area known for migrating birds, including flamingos.
- Demonstrations have occurred daily since late May, with large crowds joining on recent weekends.
- Protesters use the slogan “Albania is not for sale” and want the Prime Minister Edi Rama to resign.
- Protesters say they support development but want transparency and end to corruption.
- Prime Minister Rama refuses to step down and says the controversy is influenced by Kushner’s and Trump’s names.
- The protests also involve members of the Albanian community living abroad who have returned to join.
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