Albanian Protesters Blame Government for Price Hikes

Albanian Protesters Blame Government for Price Hikes
Protesters gather outside the prime minister's office during a rally in Tirana, Albania, on March 12, 2022. Franc Zhurda/AP Photo
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TIRANA, Albania—Thousands of Albanians took to the streets of the capital Tirana Saturday to protest against sharp price increases on fuel and food that authorities blame on the war in Ukraine.

Albanians from across the country converged on the main Skanderbeg Square before marching in front of Prime Minister Edi Rama’s office with banners and chanting slogans.