Albanian court frees protesters who rallied against Kushner-linked resort
The planned resort linked to US President Donald Trump’s son-in-law has become a flashpoint for anti-government protests

The planned resort linked to US President Donald Trump’s son-in-law has become a flashpoint for anti-government protests






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Protesters chant ‘Albania is not for sale’ as demonstrations swell against Kushner-backed luxury resort plan.
Albanian Prime Minister Rama vowed to press ahead with a billion-dollar luxury resort project linked to Jared Kushner.

Thousands of protesters have rallied in the Albanian capital against a proposed luxury beach resort linked to Trump.
Thousands protest in Albania over Kushner-linked resort project.
Government hopes the project can boost Albania as a global tourism destination – but environmental concerns are rife.
Environmental organisations have called for the project’s suspension, citing threats to biodiversity.

Hundreds have rallied in Albania against plans by a Jared Kushner-linked investment firm to develop Sazan Island.
US president says Washington armed Kurdish Iranian opposition groups during the January demonstrations.
Elsewhere, Bolivia beat Suriname and Jamaica defeat New Caledonia in intercontinental playoff semifinals.









