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Tirana Erupts as Corruption Scandal Triggers Nationwide Unrest

  Supporters of the opposition attend an anti-government protest, in Tirana, Albania, December 22, 2025.  Mass protests have broken out across Albania after corruption charges were brought against a senior government official, intensifying political tensions in the country. Demonstrators filled the streets of Tirana, rallying outside government buildings and demanding accountability from national leaders. The charges, which relate to alleged misuse of public funds in major infrastructure projects, have sparked widespread anger among citizens who accuse the government of failing to curb corruption. Protesters clashed with police as security forces used tear gas and water cannons to disperse crowds, leading to multiple injuries and arrests. Government officials have denied wrongdoing and described the accusations as politically motivated, but opposition groups argue that the scandal reflects deeper systemic issues. Calls for resignations have grown louder as the unrest contin...
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Yemen’s Houthi Rebels Launch Missile at U.S. Warship in Gulf of Aden

 


Yemen’s Houthi rebels have launched a missile at a U.S. warship patrolling the Gulf of Aden, forcing it to shoot down the projectile. This marks a further escalation in the biggest confrontation at sea the U.S. Navy has seen in the Middle East in decades. 

The attack on the destroyer USS Carney is the first time the Houthis directly targeted a U.S. warship since the rebels began their attacks on shipping in October. The missile was successfully shot down by USS Carney, and there were no injuries or damage reported.

The conflict in the Middle East has been escalating for years, and this recent attack is a reminder of the ongoing tensions in the region. The U.S. Navy has been involved in the Middle East for decades, and this latest attack highlights the dangers that sailors face while patrolling the region’s waters.


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