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'Flamingo Revolution' takes off as thousands demand Albanian PM's resignation
Saturday, July 4, 2026
Thousands of Albanians have participated in protests demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation, with flamingo imagery used as a protest symbol related to opposition to a luxury development project. The demonstrations were triggered by plans for a beachfront development in a protected wetland area. Rama's government approved the project despite environmental concerns raised by activists and opposition parties. The protests have included rallies in Tirana and other cities where participants displayed flamingo symbols and banners.
Original reporting: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c8925jnl0z3o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
