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A new development in the corruption probe involving former Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku has emerged, with reports indicating the discovery of a box full of Euros in her villa in Dhërmi. A photo of the money was reportedly found on the phone of her cleaner's husband, and the Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) is investigating the case. Meanwhile, student protests in Tirana escalated significantly, leading to the expulsion of opposition lawmakers and violent clashes, including the use of stones and Molotov cocktails, near the Ministry of Education and the Prime Ministry. Six individuals have been arrested in connection with the violence, with two more wanted by police. Amidst the ongoing unrest, Prime Minister Edi Rama has once again invited protesters to a dialogue, setting up a 'stone table' event in front of the Prime Ministry following previous rejections. In other news, the Republic Guard Union has demanded an urgent salary increase, emphasizing the need for the state to value their protective duties. Additionally, a recent poll revealed that 55% of Albanians are advocating for reduced energy prices.

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An exclusive report reveals that a box filled with Euros was discovered in the villa of former Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku in Dhërmi. A photograph of the cash was reportedly found on the phone of her cleaner's husband, with the Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) actively investigating the matter.

Shqiptarja.com: Exclusive: Box Full of Euros Found in Balluku's Villa, Photo on Cleaner's…

An investigation into former Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku's villa in Dhërmi has uncovered a box full of Euros, with a photo of it reportedly found on the phone of her cleaner's husband. SPAK (Special Prosecution Office) is investigating the case.

Student protests in Tirana escalated into violent confrontations, with opposition lawmakers reportedly expelled from demonstrations and clashes involving stones and Molotov cocktails occurring near the Ministry of Education and the Prime Ministry. Police have arrested six individuals and are seeking two others in connection with the violence.

Top Channel: Protest in Tirana: Students expel opposition MPs, clashes at ministries, 3…

Student protests in Tirana escalated with opposition lawmakers being expelled, and clashes involving stones and Molotov cocktails occurred near the Ministry of Education and the Prime Ministry, resulting in three arrests.

Shqiptarja.com: Violence in Protest: Police Arrest 6 in Tirana, 2 More Wanted

Six people have been arrested and two more are wanted by police following violent incidents during a protest in Tirana. Investigations have been launched, and Molotov cocktails were also found.

Reporter.al: 'Don't Spare Them!': Police Accused of Using Rubber Bullets Against Protesters…

The police are accused of using excessive force, including rubber bullets, against demonstrators and journalists covering protests.

Following repeated rejections, Prime Minister Edi Rama has once again invited protesters to engage in a dialogue, symbolized by a 'stone table' event set up in front of the Prime Ministry.

Shqiptarja.com: Stone Table in Front of the Prime Ministry: Rama Invites Protesters for…

Following several rejections, Prime Minister Rama has again invited protesters to a dialogue, with a 'stone table' event set up in front of the Prime Ministry.

The Republic Guard Union is demanding an urgent salary increase, asserting that the state should provide dignified compensation for those who protect it with their lives.

Top Channel: Republic Guard Union demands salary increase

The Republic Guard Union demands an urgent salary increase, stating that protecting the state with one's life requires the state to value them with dignity.

A recent public opinion poll indicates that a significant majority, 55% of Albanians, are calling for a reduction in energy prices.

BalkanWeb: Barometer: 55% of Albanians Demand Lower Energy Prices

A recent poll indicates that 55% of Albanians are calling for reduced energy prices.

An article questions whether Albania's increasingly close relationship with Israel is a result of strategic diplomatic pragmatism or is primarily driven by Prime Minister Rama's personal political agenda.

Reporter.al: Closeness to Israel: Diplomatic Pragmatism or Rama's Personal Politics?

An article questions whether Albania's closer ties with Israel stem from diplomatic strategy or are driven by Prime Minister Rama's personal political agenda.

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