Albanian police fire tear gas at 'Flamingo Revolution' rally - DW.com
Protests in Albania have escalated into an anti-government movement against a luxury resort project backed by Jared Kushner. Demonstrators cite environmental concerns regarding a flamingo habitat and broader grievances against Prime Minister Edi Rama's administration.
Why it matters
The involvement of high-profile international figures in local development projects can trigger significant political and environmental unrest.
Albanians have continued to protest against a planned luxury resort backed by Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner. They say the resort threatens the coast's fragile ecosystems, including a flamingo habitat.
The article balances the protesters' environmental and political grievances with the government's perspective on tourism development.
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