Thirteen people received medical assistance following Tuesday’s protest in Tirana, which was marked by clashes and the use of tear gas, Albania’s Ministry of Health and Social Welfare said.

According to the ministry, those treated included protesters, media representatives, police officers and passersby who sought medical attention at the Mother Teresa University Hospital Center and the University Trauma Hospital.

Three protesters were treated at the Mother Teresa University Hospital Center for health complaints following exposure to tear gas. Two were discharged after medical consultations, while the third remained in the emergency department for further examinations.

At the University Trauma Hospital, two female media representatives also received medical care. Both were discharged after examinations and consultations and were reported to be out of life-threatening danger.

Six police officers were treated for injuries caused by blunt-force objects, mainly affecting their upper and lower limbs. All six were discharged following medical treatment and advice, with their conditions reported as not life-threatening.

Two passersby also sought medical assistance. One was admitted to the hospital and will remain under medical care, while the other is being monitored by healthcare staff.

The ministry's statement provides an official account of the medical impact of Tuesday's demonstration, as clashes and tear gas marked the protest in the Albanian capital.