Albania’s opposition protests government decision to shut down TikTok, alleging censorship of freedom of speech ahead of parliamentary elections on May 11. The Democratic Party criticized the move, calling the government corrupt and accusing them of controlling information. Protesters gathered in front of the government building in Tirana, denouncing Prime Minister Edi Rama and his Cabinet for corruption and election manipulation. Opposition leader Sali Berisha promised that TikTok would return on May 12. The ruling Socialist Party is expected to win the upcoming elections, while the opposition Democrats have faced internal disagreements. Berisha himself was barred from entering the US and UK due to corruption allegations, leading to the division of opposition supporters. The government is in talks with the EU to align on issues such as the rule of law and corruption. Prime Minister Rama aims for Albania to become an EU member by 2030. The protest ended peacefully after an hour, with the opposition continuing to express concerns about government censorship and corruption.
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