Albania Kushner Resort Protests
Massive protests in Albania against a $5.8 billion Trump family resort project led by Jared Kushner.
May 2026
Protests against Kushner resort begin in Zvernec
Protests started in late May against the planned construction of a luxury hotel linked to Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump. The development was slated for a nature reserve on Albania's southwestern coast.
Source ↗June 2026
Albanian Prosecutors Freeze Assets in Kushner Resort Probe
Albanian anti-corruption prosecutors froze the bank accounts of a landholding company tied to a $4 billion luxury resort project. The preventive seizure targeted Albania Land Development amid an investigation into fraudulent property titles.
Source ↗Demonstrators throw eggs at lawmakers' cars
Six people were arrested when demonstrators threw eggs at the cars of lawmakers. This incident occurred during a period of peaceful daily gatherings.
Source ↗Albanians protest planned resort on Sazan Island
Tens of thousands of Albanians took to the streets to protest the planned luxury resort on Sazan Island. Protestors denounced the development as a land grab and foreign overreach.
Source ↗Thousands protest in Tirana against Kushner real estate project
Thousands of Albanians protested in Tirana on Thursday against a coastal tourism complex linked to Jared Kushner. Demonstrators demanded the repeal of the Strategic Investor Act and changes to the Protected Areas Act.
Source ↗Protests in Albania over sale of beach Volrë to Israel
Protests were held in Albania regarding the sale of the beach 'Volrë' to Israel. The protests targeted the Albanian government's decision to allow the land transfer.
Thousands March in Tirana Against Resort Development
Thousands of demonstrators marched through Tirana under the banner “Albania Is Not for Sale.” The protests targeted the development's encroachment on the Pishë-Poro-Nartë protected area.
Source ↗€4 Billion Resort Planned for Sazan Island by Jared Kushner
A €4 billion resort is planned for Sazan Island off the coast of Albania. The development is linked to Jared Kushner.
Source ↗Greece's Ministry of Foreign Affairs Expresses Concern Over Zvërnec Incidents
Greece’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed deep concern regarding incidents in Zvërnec. They confirmed that a Greek citizen was among the injured residents protesting for their property rights.
Source ↗Authorities Arrest Gerald Biba in Resort Security Incident
Authorities arrested Gerald Biba, an employee of the private firm Major Security. He was charged with unlawful deprivation of liberty and intentional minor injury following clashes at the construction site.
Source ↗Tens of Thousands Protest Against Sazan Island Development
Tens of thousands of Albanian protestors took to the streets of Tirana and Zvernek-Narva. They demanded the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama.
Source ↗Thousands of Albanians protest Kushner resort in Tirana
Thousands of Albanians protested in Tirana against a $5.8 billion luxury resort connected to Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump. Demonstrators chanted 'Albania Is Not for Sale' and demanded the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama.
Source ↗Thousands protest resort linked to Jared Kushner in Tirana
Thousands of Albanians took to the streets of Tirana to protest a $5.8 billion luxury resort linked to Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump. Demonstrators chanted 'Albania Is Not for Sale' and demanded the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama.
Source ↗Albanians protest $5.8 billion resort linked to Trump family
Thousands of Albanians marched in the streets of Tirana. They protested the luxury resort, which is associated with Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump. Demonstrators also demanded the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama.
Source ↗Edi Rama Asserts Investment is a Blessing for Albania
Prime Minister Edi Rama stated that the €4 billion investment is a blessing for Albania. He also asserted that the land involved is private property, not public land.
Source ↗July 2026
Clashes erupt outside Albanian parliament
Violent clashes occurred between police and demonstrators outside Albania's parliament. Riot police used tear gas and water cannon to break up the crowd.
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