Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has escalated rhetoric surrounding the ongoing protests in Tirana, accusing members of the Vetëvendosje party from Kosovo and activists from North Macedonia of orchestrating the demonstrations.
The protests, which have continued for 22 days under the slogan "Albania is not for sale," are directed against investment projects linked to Jared Kushner.
Rama condemned the use of national symbols and imagery associated with the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) during the rallies, describing such actions as a desecration of state symbols.
The political friction highlights deepening regional tensions as Tirana seeks to manage domestic unrest while navigating complex diplomatic relationships with neighboring Kosovo and North Macedonia.
The allegations of foreign interference add a new layer of complexity to the protests, which have already strained local authorities and disrupted daily life in the capital.
Investors monitoring the Balkans region are watching for signs of escalation that could impact regional stability or deter foreign capital inflows.