Albania opposition disrupts parliament session after violent street protests
What happened
Opposition lawmakers in Albania's parliament set off flares and blocked the podium on Thursday during a vote on a Central Bank law, as students keep demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation.
The lawmakers belong to the Democratic Party, the country's largest opposition force, according to Reuters.
Student-led rallies driven by anger at alleged official graft, scarce jobs and weak schools have gripped the centre of Tirana since mid-October and reached other cities.
Protesters have torched government offices and banks, smashed shop windows and hurled paving stones at police.
On Sunday, Rama announced a fine of 500,000 lek ($6,200) for taking part in any protest that turns violent, even for people who commit no violence themselves.
He has also renewed his call for talks with students and promised lower fuel prices and extra support for poor households.
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