Albania sees largest protest yet against Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump’s luxury resort

WorldPolitics
11 Jun 2026 • 10:11 PM MYT
The Independent
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Albania sees largest protest yet against Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump’s luxury resort

  • Thousands of Albanians protested against Jared Kushner's proposed 5 billion euro luxury resort development on the country's southern coastline.
  • The demonstration in Tirana highlighted concerns over a lack of transparency surrounding the project and its potential impact on a protected wetland near Zvernec, home to rare wildlife.
  • Protesters expressed outrage at the involvement of foreign investors and perceived widespread corruption within the Albanian government, blaming Prime Minister Edi Rama.
  • Ivanka Trump, Kushner's wife, revealed plans to transform Sazan Island into a luxury eco-resort, stating she "fell in love" with Albania during a yacht visit.
  • Prime Minister Rama confirmed the project would proceed, despite public outcry and ongoing accusations of corruption against his administration.

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