Albania’s “Flamingo Revolution,” which began in opposition to controversial tourism developments affecting protected natural areas, has evolved into a broader anti-government movement demanding political accountability. The latest protests escalated into clashes between demonstrators and police outside Parliament, while journalist Vjolanda Peca of Citizens.al was reportedly arrested while covering the demonstrations, prompting renewed concerns over media freedom. Meanwhile, a BIRN investigation has alleged that hundreds of fake social media accounts were used to amplify pro-government narratives, discredit protesters and influence public debate, raising further concerns about online manipulation during the ongoing protests. Read more here.
Source: Balkan Insight