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A car bombing in Gjirokastër resulted in the death of the driver, Beqir Devolli, who was allegedly involved in drug trafficking. Another passenger was reported to be out of danger.

Anti-government protests continued for their 134th consecutive day in Tirana, with citizens demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. Separately, a draft law concerning the Criminal Procedure Code has been introduced, proposing a system of prior censorship for the media.

Ergys Agasi, identified as an influential coordinator within power circles, remains a subject of scrutiny as he faces accusations from the Special Anti-Corruption Structure (SPAK) regarding organized crime and tender manipulation. Prime Minister Edi Rama highlighted development in Malësi e Madhe and Përmet, and is reportedly suppressing internal criticism within the Socialist Party over a new territorial map.

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Driver Dies in Gjirokastër Car Bombing

A car bombing in Gjirokastër resulted in the death of the driver, Beqir Devolli, who was allegedly involved in drug trafficking in Greece. The incident also left a passenger, Erigels Mela, injured but reportedly out of danger.

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Protests Against Government Enter 134th Day

Citizens continued their 134th consecutive protest against the government in Tirana, demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama.

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Ergys Agasi's Influence in Power Circles Highlighted

Ergys Agasi is identified as an influential coordinator within the upper echelons of power. He faces accusations from the Special Anti-Corruption Structure (SPAK) for involvement in organized crime, manipulation of public tenders, and undue influence.

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Draft Law Proposes Prior Media Censorship

A new draft law concerning the Criminal Procedure Code introduces a system of prior censorship for the media.

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Prime Minister Rama Highlights Regional Development

Prime Minister Edi Rama highlighted significant progress in Malësi e Madhe and Përmet, noting their transformation from previously "hopeless regions" into developing destinations.