A solidarity rally with the people of Gaza, scheduled to be held today at 18:30 in "Skënderbej" Square, was interrupted by State Police forces. Under the motto "From Tirana to Gaza, the voice of freedom does not stop", numerous citizens had gathered to express support for civilians in the Gaza Strip.
Despite the fact that, according to the organizers, the rally was announced and had prior permission, the blue uniforms intervened, demanding the protesters disperse. According to witnesses, the police asked the participants to stop holding the Palestinian flag and leave the square.
Footage from the scene shows tension between citizens and police officers, while some protesters expressed dissatisfaction with the ban on a peaceful and pre-planned activity.
