Albanian Police Use Water Cannons Against Protesters Over Kushner-Linked Resort

Police deployed water cannons and pepper spray after demonstrators confronted security forces outside Albania’s parliament in Tirana. The clash erupted during a public gathering that had gathered outside the legislative building, prompting officials to intervene in order to disperse the crowd.

Authorities reported that the use of non‑lethal measures was intended to restore order, and several participants were detained following the incident. No serious injuries were confirmed, and the parliament resumed its session after the area was cleared. The episode underscores ongoing tensions between law‑enforcement agencies and protest groups in the capital.