The protest against Edi Rama's government enters its 109th day today, with citizens and activists expected to gather again in Tirana to continue what they have described as an ongoing revolt.
Today's rally comes after a busy day of protests in the capital. On the 108th day, participants first gathered in front of the Prime Minister's Office and then marched through the streets of Tirana, calling for the government to step down and demanding Rama's resignation.
"Albania is having a revolution", "Albania is not for sale, the government is for sale", "The end has come for you" and "Arrest Rama" were some of the chants that accompanied the march.
Protesters also addressed SPAK, demanding the continuation of investigations and arrests of high-ranking officials. Activist Arben Kola mentioned Prime Minister Edi Rama and Belinda Balluku, while stating that citizen pressure must continue.
"Veliaj in prison and Albanians free. It's Rama's turn with Belinda Balluku. I invite you to the square every day to increase popular pressure," declared Kola.
Tuesday's protest didn't just stop in front of the Prime Minister's Office. After the march in the capital, participants headed to the Security Block on "Mine Peza" Street, where they demanded the release of detained protesters.
"You are not alone", "Free the Albanians" and "All of Albania is with you", were their cries in front of the facilities where the detainees are held.
Meanwhile, the 109th day is also expected to serve as a precursor to the protest announced for Thursday. The rally the day before called for citizens to gather at 10:00 in front of Parliament, at the time when the Assembly will be in session.
"We will all be at Parliament on Thursday at 10:00," was the call made by the protesters, who have warned that the action will not stop at daily rallies in front of the Prime Minister's Office.
