Albania imposes $6,000 fine for demonstrators present at a protest that turns violent

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Albania has introduced fines exceeding $6,000 for people present at a protest that turns violent, even if they do not personally commit violence. The measure comes as anti-government demonstrations in Tirana have intensified into clashes between protesters and security forces, with demonstrators demanding the prime minister's resignation.

The fine – six times the average monthly salary – will apply to people present at violent protests, even if they don’t personally commit violent acts Albania has introduced fines of more than $6,000 for demonstrators who participate in a protest that turns violent, even if they don’t personally commit violent acts, as the government tries to clamp down on the gatherings calling for the prime minister’s resignation. The capital, Tirana, has been racked by months of anti-government protests that in recent days have deteriorated into pitched battles between the security forces and protesters. Continue reading...