
The OSCE/ODIHR has reacted with an official statement condemning the use of force by the police and calling for immediate investigations.
Through a public response, ODIHR directly called on law enforcement agencies in Albania to immediately stop disproportionate and arbitrary actions against citizens, recalling the international obligations of the Albanian state.
Concerned at reports of violence at protests in #Albania, ODIHR urges all sides to remain peaceful. Law enforcement must avoid unlawful or disproportionate use of force against protesters, and any instances of unlawful use of force must be promptly and independently investigated.
— OSCE/ODIHR (@osce_odihr) October 20, 2026
Official OSCE/ODIHR reaction:
“Concerned by reports of violence during protests in Albania, ODIHR calls on all parties to remain peaceful. Law enforcement agencies should avoid the unlawful or disproportionate use of force against protesters, and any cases of unlawful use of force should be promptly and independently investigated.”