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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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Trump Ordered to Pay $454 Million in New York Fraud Case

 


In a significant legal development, former President Donald Trump has been formally ordered by a New York judge to pay more than $454 million after being found liable for manipulating his net worth. The civil fraud case was brought by New York State’s Attorney General, Letitia James.

Judge Arthur Engoron ruled that Trump had consistently misrepresented his wealth over several years to secure favorable loans and facilitate real estate deals. As a result, he was directed to pay $354.9 million in penalties along with nearly $100 million in interest. This staggering judgment leaves the former president facing substantial financial consequences.

Trump now has a 30-day window to appeal the verdict, a course of action he has publicly vowed to pursue. During this period, he must either deposit “sufficient funds” into a court-controlled account or secure a bond for the total amount. New York Attorney General Letitia James has also indicated that she may seek to seize some of Trump’s assets if he fails to cover the bill, although the appeal process is likely to delay any collection efforts.

As the clock starts ticking on Trump’s appeals, the eyes of legal experts and the public remain fixed on this high-stakes case. Whether the former president can successfully challenge the judgment or whether it will stand as a landmark decision in New York’s legal history remains to be seen.


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