Miles rodean parlamento de Albania, exigen nuevas elecciones

Thousands of opposition supporters protested in Albania, demanding the government's resignation and early elections, citing corruption and crime links. Despite some unrest, the protest was mostly peaceful. The opposition, led by the Democratic Party, has resigned from parliament and plans further protests. Prime Minister Edi Rama called for dialogue but refused to negotiate on democracy and parliamentary mandates. The opposition ignored international calls for dialogue. Recent protests have turned violent, with police using tear gas. The ruling socialists hold a majority in parliament, and Albania aims to start EU accession talks in June.

What was the main demand of the opposition supporters during the protest in Albania?

• Improvement in healthcare

• Reduction in taxes

• Resignation of the government and early elections

• Increase in wages

Which political party is leading the opposition in Albania?

• Socialist Party

• Green Party

• Democratic Party of Center-Right

• Liberal Party

What was the Prime Minister's stance on negotiating with the opposition?

• He proposed a coalition government

• He offered to resign

• He refused to negotiate democracy and the parliamentary mandate

• He agreed to all demands

Which international entities have urged the Albanian opposition to engage in dialogue?

• European Union and United States

• ASEAN and African Union

• United Nations and NATO

• World Bank and IMF

What is Albania's goal regarding its relationship with the European Union?

• To impose sanctions on the EU

• To leave the EU

• To form a new union with neighboring countries

• To start negotiations for EU membership