Thousands rally in Albania in largest protest yet against Kushner resort

Author: Alex Milan DuriePublished on: June 11, 2026Country: Albania

PoliticsEnvironment & Climate

Thousands rally in Albania in largest protest yet against Kushner resort

Thousands of Albanians rallied in Tirana on Wednesday against a luxury resort development backed by Jared Kushner, US President Donald Trump's son-in-law, located near a protected wetland. Protesters held signs saying 'Albania is not for sale' and chanted 'New Albania' outside Prime Minister Edi Rama's office. The €5 billion project threatens flamingo, seal and sea turtle habitats, sparking a 'Flamingo Revolution'. Rama downplayed ecological concerns, pledging an environmental impact assessment.

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