While France is rocked by looting, fires, and violent protests, a revolt has broken out in Albania. There, students and young people are demanding that Prime Minister Edi Rama step down after years of growing discontent with corruption and the country’s political leadership. This is happening at the same time that the country is seeking to join the EU, but the chaos appears to be halting any potential accession.
Throughout October, Albania has been rocked by widespread protests against the socialist prime minister Edi Rama, who has led the country since 2013. College and high school students are protesting against corruption, unemployment, inadequate education, and poor prospects for the future. The discontent has escalated into a political revolt, with demands for Rama’s resignation and new elections.
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