Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the following neighborhoods in Tirana, Albania:
- Deshmoret e Kombit Boulevard, in vicinity of Prime Minister’s Office
- Murat Toptani Street, in the vicinity of the Interior Ministry.
Event: A demonstration is expected to take place on May 26, 2018 at 11:00 a.m., with people expected to begin gathering as early as10:00 a.m. The group intends to protest against the Albanian government. U.S. Embassy personnel and family members are directed to avoid these locations while the protests take place.
Actions to Take:
- Avoid Boulevard Deshmoret e Kombit and the area around the Interior Ministry.
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Monitor local media for updates.
- Keep a low profile.
Assistance:
- U.S. Embassy Tirana, Albania
+(355) (0)4224-7285
+(355) (0)4224-7285 (after hours)
ACSTirana@state.gov
https://al.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/ - State Department – Consular Affairs
888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444 - Albania Country Information
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