Student protests have been ongoing for 5 days, and on Saturday the revolt spiraled out of control. The Supreme Court was set on fire, protesters and police were injured, a major clash took place near the Prime Minister’s Office, and businesses were burned again.
In an effort to find a political solution to the situation, President Bajram Begaj has reportedly held meetings with two groups of protesters, who presented their concerns and proposals for overcoming the political situation in the country. According to News24, the meetings were held on two different days. During the discussions with the head of state, the protesters put forward their demands, proposing changes to the political landscape.
One of their main demands is the dissolution of Parliament and the formation of a transitional government with a one-year mandate. According to the proposal, the interim government would have as its main objective preparing the country for early parliamentary elections. Also this Sunday, the president will continue a meeting with the heads of religious communities.
Arqipeshkvi i Shkodrës: Ata që qeverisin duhet të marrin vendime të vështira për të mirën e vendit