In the latest update, the Ministry of Health reports that over 8 days of protests a total of 320 people were reported injured, including 192 State Police officers, 92 protesters and 36 passers-by. Among the passers-by are 6 media representatives, one of them foreign.
Full statement from the Ministry of Health
Information on those injured during the protest of 13 – 21 October 2026 (11:00 a.m.)
The Ministry of Health and Social Welfare informs that during yesterday’s protest, 8 persons presented to and received treatment at the University Trauma Hospital (SUT) and the University Clinical Hospital Service (QSUT):
8 persons presented at SUT:
– 1 police officer
– 1 protester
– 4 passers-by, three of whom were admitted for further treatment in hospital. One of the injured underwent surgical intervention, which was completed successfully, and the patient’s condition is good.
Currently, 9 persons injured during the protest are admitted at SUT:
– 4 protesters
– 1 police officer
– 1 media representative
– 3 passers-by
At QSUT, 2 persons presented:
– 1 police officer
– 1 protester
Both injured persons received treatment and were discharged from hospital yesterday.
Summary: Between 13 and 21 October 2026, a total of 320 injured persons were reported, according to data compiled by health facilities:
– University Trauma Hospital
– QSUT
– Durrës Regional Hospital
– Vlorë Regional Hospital
– Lezhë Regional Hospital
By reported category, the injured persons are divided as follows:
• 192 State Police officers;
• 92 protesters;
• 36 passers-by; (Among them: 6 media representatives, 1 of whom is foreign).