Student protests that have continued across Albania for six consecutive days have been marked by violence and clashes with police officers and public institutions.

Prime Minister Edi Rama and Interior Minister Ervin Demo held a meeting with senior State Police officials on Monday morning, following the latest incidents during the demonstrations.

Speaking at the meeting, Demo said the previous day’s events had crossed a “red line,” arguing that the situation could no longer be considered a student protest.

He cited the attack on Police Station No. 3 in Tirana, where the building and police personnel were targeted and officers were injured while defending the facility.

“What happened yesterday crossed the red line. Police Station No. 3 was attacked by protesters, targeting the building and its personnel,” Demo said.

The interior minister also alleged that individuals involved in the violence had found shelter at the headquarters of a political entity, which he said raised questions about the motives behind the unrest.

Demo called for maximum support for police officers, emphasizing their role in protecting citizens’ rights and maintaining public order.

“Violence has no place in a democratic government,” he said, adding that the government and Prime Minister Rama remained willing to engage in dialogue, but would not accept violence.

The remarks come amid a period of heightened tensions in Albania, as student-led demonstrations continue and authorities face growing pressure to respond to the clashes and damage reported during the protests.