The student protest near the Ministry of Education escalated after several hours, leading to direct clashes between protesters and police.
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The rally began at 14:00 with chants against Prime Minister Edi Rama and the government. The situation remained calm for around 60 minutes as protesters chanted and held up anti-government signs.
Students then threw eggs and paving slabs at the Ministry of Education building, breaking its windows.
As the situation escalated, they also damaged railings along the pavement and opened one of the building’s metal doors.
After regrouping on Durrës Street, protesters burned cardboard and several advertisements displayed along the street.
Police formed a cordon facing the crowd, and a water cannon vehicle was also deployed in the area. Officers used tear gas and high-pressure water to disperse the protesters.
The clashes have continued for around four hours, with students remaining in the area near the Ministry of Education despite the police intervention. The situation remains tense.
