Quake Jolts South; Mayor's Mandate Upheld Amid Protests
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Southern Albania was rattled by strong earthquake tremors today, with the epicenter reported near Himara. This natural event marks a new development in the country's news.
Politically, the Prime Ministry intervened in the ongoing situation surrounding Tirana Mayor Erion Veliaj, asserting that his mandate must be respected despite his detention. Meanwhile, 'Resistance Day' saw continued citizen protests demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama, alongside internal dissent within the ruling Socialist Party as members burned party cards over municipal mergers.
Further corruption probes revealed new allegations of protection for businessman Ergys Agasi during his eight months on the run, while authorities also dealt with a high-profile car theft in Tirana involving a police officer's injury. Albania also took action on maritime security, denying entry to a tanker linked to Russia's 'shadow fleet'.