The European Union has also addressed the protests in Albania in its report published today.
The report notes that protests have been taking place since May and were initially triggered by environmental concerns, but later evolved into a broader movement demanding “transparency, accountability, the fight against corruption and good governance”.
“Since May 2026, daily protests have taken place. The protests were triggered by environmental concerns related to construction works in the protected landscape of Pishë Poro–Narta, but later evolved into a broader movement demanding transparency, accountability, the fight against corruption and good governance.
“This is the largest civic mobilisation in Albania since the country’s democratic transition, with tens of thousands of participants joining the protests at their peak,” the report states.
The report also highlights the protests held in October, which were led by students, noting that no dialogue has taken place so far.
“Building on this civic movement, student-led protests were also organised in October 2026, during which violent incidents occurred between protesters and the Albanian State Police. To date, no dialogue has taken place. All parties should make genuine efforts to engage in constructive dialogue,” the report further states.
