Violent protests a threat to EU membership, not government, Albanian PM says

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama stated that ongoing violent protests in the country pose a direct threat to Albania's ambitions of joining the European Union, rather than a threat to his administration. Rama made it clear that he refuses to step down despite demonstrators demanding his resignation for six consecutive days amid growing unrest and escalating violence.

The demonstrations, which have persisted for nearly a week, center on demands for the prime minister's resignation. Rama's response emphasizes that the internal political turmoil and associated violence carry significant external consequences, specifically jeopardizing the nation's pathway toward European integration.