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Situation in Albania at the point of kicking: Protesters break down the fence around the construction site of Trump's son-in-law's resort

Approximately 200 protesters dismantled metal fences and barbed wire around a construction site on the Albanian coast, which is planned for a luxury resort project by Jared Kushner, son-in-law of U.S. President Donald Trump. The residents of the village of Rjola, located near sandy beaches and pine forests in northwestern Albania, are protesting against the development, claiming it is being built on their confiscated land. The protests, referred to as the 'Flamingo Revolution' after the flamingos living in the protected area, began at the end of May following the fencing off of land on the Zve

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U Srbiji se sudi, a u Albaniji, za sada, protestuje. Zbog izgradnje luksuznog kompleksa, povezanog sa zetom američkog predsednika Donalda Trampa, baš kao i u slučaju "Generalštab". Protesti ne posustaju već dve nedelje, a koja je još sličnost sa nama?

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Zaštićeno područje lagune Narta i obližnjeg ostva Sazan. Izolovani deo netaknute obale koji flamingosi odvajkada smatraju svojim domom.

Idiličan zvuk poslednjih dana zaparalo je brundanje građevinskih mašina.

Teška mašinerija je tu kako bi pripremila teren za izgradnju luksuznog hotelskog kompleksa u vlasništvu Džareda Kušnera , zeta američkog predsednika koji je želeo da gradi i u centru Beograda.

Lokalni aktivisti odmah su se pobunili protiv investicije.

"Ovo je prelep prirodni krajolik. Ako nastavimo ovim putem, uskoro ga više nećemo videti ovakvog. Praktično će postati još jedan grad. Dakle, ovde govorimo o urbanizaciji, a ne o skromnom, održivom turizmu", kazala je Besiana Guri, ekološka aktivistkinja.

Investitor je na plaži postavio bodljikavu žicu, a aktivisti se sukobili sa privatnim obezbeđenjem.

Da li su ove slike poljuljale namere albanskih vlasti da sprovedu ovaj projekat u delo? Nimalo.

"Nikad nije bilo pitanje da li će ovo biti realizovano ili ne. Ovo je blagoslov za zemlju", kazao je premijer Albanije Edi Rama.

Odgovor mu je stigao - na hiljade građana danima protestuje u Tirani, zahtevajući njegovu ostavku.

Demonstracije, čiji zaštitni znak je postao flamingo, prerasle su u nacionalnu pobunu protiv režima.

"Tako je počelo, ali je to samo vrh ledenog brega. Sad protestujemo za naša prava, za novu Albaniju, za novu vladu", rekla je jedna građanka.

" Umorni smo od korupcije u poslednjih 35 godina. Nadali smo se da smo dobili demokratiju posle 1991. ali nismo to osetili u poslednjih 35 godina", naveo je drugi građanin.

"Protiv sam birokratije u našem sistemu i svega što nije dobro po nas i našu decu", kazao je treći.

Rama, kao i neki drugi balkanski lideri, proteste građana protiv njegove vlasti automatski je označio kao delovanje stranih službi.

"Ovo nije samo o zaštiti životne sredine. Ovo je, pre svega, reč o hibridnom ratu. Neprijatelji države - znamo ih. Svako ko zna našu priču, zna ko su", naveo je Rama.

Uperio je prstom u - Iran, koji je optužio da podržava proteste, koje je opisao kao antisemitske. Tako je priča o hotelu porodice Tramp dobila i razmere diplomatskog skandala.

"Možda će reći da su flamingosi verovatno bili iranski bezbednjaci. Vidite, ove tvrdnje protiv Irana su stereotipni obrazac u kom svaka vlast koja bi da se približi cionističkom režimu kreira optužbe protiv Irana da bi ih odobrovoljila", naveo je Ismail Bagei, portparol Ministarstva spoljnih poslova Irana.

Studentske proteste u Srbiji, koji su takođe bili upereni i protiv Kušnerovog hotela u centru Beograda, srpske vlasti su takođe označavale kao delovanje stranih službi.

A kad je projekat propao nakon demonstracija i podizanja optužnice protiv visokih državnih funkcionera, režim je tvrdio da su građani protestovali kako bi se Trampova investicija prebacila u Albaniju.

Predsednica Skupštine Ana Brnabić: Radujete se što je Srbija nešto izgubila, a Albanija je dobila.

Voditelj: Kao da su lobirali za Albaniju .

Brnabić: Lobirali za Albaniju. Direkt(no) lobirali za Albaniju.

"Ogroman novac za našu zemlju sad će otići u neku drugu zemlju", rekao je predsednik Srbije Aleksandar Vučić.

Otišao novac, ali građani Albanije izgleda, više cene prirodu.

Građani, ne i vlast. Iako proteste ne organizuju političke partije, izgradnja hotela mogla bi da ima političke posledice.

Pitanje zaštite životne sredine sad je preduslov za evropske integracije, zbog čega iz Brisela stiže jasna poruka povodom izgradnje spornog kompleksa.

"Albanija treba da se uzdrži od poteza koji bi mogli da ugroze ispunjavanje završnog poglavlja, i očekujemo da albanske vlasti tako postupe bez odlaganja", rekao je Gijom Mersije, portparol Evropske komisije.

Premijer Rama odgovara da je ponosan na ono što je njegova vlada učinila za zaštitu prirode.

Da će, kao i flamingose, uspeti za zaštiti i svoju dugogodišnju vlast?

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RepublikaParty-alignedLeft3 days ago
RAMA DOBY WARNING: Will a project connected to the Trump family HALF Albania's European path?

The European Parliament has called on Albania to halt construction in protected areas, increasing pressure on Prime Minister Edi Rama over the development of a luxury resort linked to Jared Kushner, the brother-in-law of US President Donald Trump. The project has sparked 18 days of continuous protests known as the 'Flamingo Revolution,' with demonstrations also organized by the Albanian diaspora across several countries. The European Parliament resolution urges an immediate moratorium on new permits and construction in protected areas.

Bias read (Left): The article emphasizes environmental protection, EU alignment, and criticism of private interests exploiting natural heritage, aligning with progressive values. It highlights public concern for the environment and EU integration while criticizing the involvement of Trump allies, which frames the pro

Official sources cited

  • government European Parliament Resolution on Albania 2025 Report
  • government Tineke Strik, Member of the European Parliament (Greens/EFA)
BlicIndependentCenter8 days ago
"FLAMINGO REVOLUTION" ROCKS ALBANIA Protesters tear down fences around construction site where Trump's son-in-law plans to build luxury resort (VIDEO)

Around 200 protesters tore down metal fences and barbed wire barriers around a construction site along Albania's Adriatic coast. The protests continue due to public dissatisfaction with the planned development of a luxury resort by Jared Kushner, the son-in-law of U.S. President Donald Trump.

Bias read (Center): The article reports on a protest event without overtly favoring any side. It provides factual details about the demonstration and the reason behind it but does not include commentary, biased language, or selective sourcing that would indicate a clear ideological lean.

Telegraf.rsIndependentCenter8 days ago
Situation in Albania at the point of kicking: Protesters break down the fence around the construction site of Trump's son-in-law's resort

Approximately 200 protesters dismantled metal fences and barbed wire around a construction site on the Albanian coast, which is planned for a luxury resort project by Jared Kushner, son-in-law of U.S. President Donald Trump. The residents of the village of Rjola, located near sandy beaches and pine forests in northwestern Albania, are protesting against the development, claiming it is being built on their confiscated land. The protests, referred to as the 'Flamingo Revolution' after the flamingos living in the protected area, began at the end of May following the fencing off of land on the Zve

Bias read (Center): The article reports on a protest event without overtly favoring any political side. It describes the actions of protesters and includes direct quotes from them but does not present biased language or selectively omit context.

Telegraf.rsIndependentCenter11 days ago
The largest protest in Tirana to date: All against the construction of Jared Kushner's resort

Thousands of people participated in a new protest in Tirana against the construction of a luxury resort on the Adriatic coast in southern Albania planned by Jared Kushner, son-in-law of US President Donald Trump. The protests, dubbed 'Flamingo Revolution' after the flamingos living in the protected area, began at the end of May following the fencing off of land on the island of Zvernec near Vlore, part of a broader project to develop a luxury tourist complex including the island of Sazan. The project, expected to cost around five billion euros, has caused public outrage due to its location in,

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about the protest, the project, and the concerns raised by citizens without overtly favoring any side. It includes quotes from officials and mentions the opposition's demands but does not use loaded language or one-sided sourcing.

Official sources cited

BlicIndependentLeft11 days ago
(PHOTO) Chaos in TIRANI The largest protest ever, citizens demanding the resignation of Rama, crying out for anger over Trump's son-in-law

Thousands of people protested in Tirana against the construction of a luxury resort on the Adriatic coast planned by Jared Kushner, Donald Trump's son-in-law. The project, valued at around five billion euros, has caused public outrage due to its location near a protected wetland area and lack of transparency in planning. Protesters demanded the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama and held signs reading 'Albania is not for sale.'

Bias read (Left): The article emphasizes public anger over the project, highlights demands for the prime minister's resignation, and frames the issue as a conflict between citizens and government decisions. It uses emotionally charged terms like 'flamingo revolution' and focuses on environmental concerns and lack of

Official sources cited

  • press release Reuters
N1 SrbijaIndependentLeft11 days ago
Trial in Serbia, protests in Albania: Kushner's luxury complex led to a national uprising

The article discusses protests in Albania against the construction of a luxury hotel complex owned by Jared Kushner, the son-in-law of US President Donald Trump. The project is located in the protected area of the Narta lagoon and nearby islands, which activists argue would destroy the natural landscape. Local environmental activist Besiana Guri criticizes the development as harmful to nature and promotes unsustainable tourism. Meanwhile, the Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama supports the project, calling it a blessing for the country. Protests have continued for two weeks.

Bias read (Left): The article emphasizes environmental concerns raised by local activists, portraying the project as destructive to nature and promoting unsustainable tourism. It contrasts this with the government's support for the development, highlighting public opposition. The framing leans toward the perspective

Official sources cited

  • court Besiana Guri
  • government Edi Rama
N1 SrbijaIndependentCenter12 days ago
Edi Rama shares AI video of him dancing in a bra and miniskirt

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama shared an AI-generated video on social media in which he sings and dances in women's clothing. The post appears to be a social media stunt using artificial intelligence to generate the content.

Bias read (Center): The article emphasizes unusual visual details in a somewhat sensationalist tone (mini-skirt, bra) but avoids overt political criticism or loaded framing; the tone is lighthearted and mocking rather than ideologically directed.

Večernje novostiParty-alignedCenter12 days ago
IRAN RECONSTANTED TO HARD TALKS EDIAS RAME: Here's what they say about the allegations that they're behind protests in Albania

Iran has rejected claims by Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama that it is involved in disinformation campaigns related to ongoing protests in Albania, which have lasted nine days. Rama accused Iran of engaging in a 'hybrid war' of misinformation regarding the project and protests, but Tehran dismissed these allegations as 'absurd accusations.' Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson, Esmail Bagei, suggested the claims lack evidence and may have a political motive. The protests, sparked by a $1.4 billion investment project linked to U.S. President Donald Trump's son Jared Kushner, involve citizens'怒

Bias read (Center): The article presents both sides of the dispute without overtly favoring one over the other. It includes direct quotes from both Albanian officials and Iranian representatives, providing a balanced view of the situation.

Official sources cited

  • government Esmail Bagei, Spokesperson for the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
  • government Edi Rama, Prime Minister of Albania
N1 SrbijaIndependentRight12 days ago
Rama and Kushner against the "flamingo revolution", Albanian Prime Minister says it will be a "beautiful" resort

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has stated that his government will continue with the development of a luxury resort project in collaboration with Jared Kushner, son of US President Donald Trump, despite mass protests over concerns about environmental damage to the protected Vjosa-Narta wetland area. The protests have been symbolized by pink flamingos, with demonstrators carrying inflatable flamingos and signs reading 'Flamingo Revolution.' Rama emphasized that the project would be beautiful and contribute to Europe, while critics argue that he has failed to address corruption and improve民生服务

Bias read (Right): The article presents Rama's statements favorably, emphasizing his commitment to the project and framing it as a positive contribution to Europe. It highlights his perspective without providing substantial counterarguments or critical context regarding the environmental impact or public opposition,傾向

Official sources cited

N1 SrbijaIndependentRight13 days ago
Rama ordered to continue construction of a luxury resort connected to Kushner despite protests

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has stated that construction of a luxury resort linked to Jared Kushner, son-in-law of U.S. President Donald Trump, will continue despite protests over environmental concerns. Thousands have protested in Tirana and along the southern coast where the project is planned, citing damage to protected wetlands that are habitats for flamingos, seals, and sea turtles. Rama remains committed to the project, claiming it will be 'beautiful' and contribute to Europe.

Bias read (Right): The article presents Rama's commitment to the project with minimal critical context, emphasizing his confidence and framing the protests as opposition rather than highlighting environmental concerns or public dissent. The tone supports Rama’s stance without balanced counterpoints.

Official sources cited

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  • governmentEuropean Parliament Resolution on Albania 2025 Report
  • governmentTineke Strik, Member of the European Parliament (Greens/EFA)
  • press_releaseReuters
  • press_releaseReuters
  • courtBesiana Guri
  • governmentEdi Rama
  • governmentEsmail Bagei, Spokesperson for the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
  • governmentEdi Rama, Prime Minister of Albania