Rama places stone table for protesters as police face rubber bullet claims
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Prime Minister Edi Rama has renewed his call for dialogue with protesters, a gesture symbolized by the placement of a "stone table" in front of the Prime Ministry. This comes as a report by BIRN alleges massive human rights violations and unlawful arrests during recent protests, with one in five arrests reportedly being unlawful. Protesters also gathered at the Prime Minister's office today, though no incidents were reported, and students and the 'Flamingos' group reportedly rejected members of parliament associated with Sali Berisha.
Adding to the country's pressing issues, the Albanian Helsinki Committee has raised concerns regarding the treatment of Tirana Mayor Erion Veliaj in Fier prison, specifically citing the confiscation of phone calls and a classified order. Meanwhile, the port of Durrës has been significantly impacted by severe floods, with seven docks and infrastructure sustaining damage.
In economic news, the Supreme State Audit (KLSH) projects that 41% of investments will be covered in 2025, with 250 million euros allocated for the first half of the year.