The Ombudsman Emphasizes That The Use Of Force By The Pol...
The Ombudsman Emphasizes That The Use Of Force By The Police Should Only Occur When It Is Necessary, Lawful, And Proportionate. This Standard Applies To Every Protest.

The protest in front of the Ministry of Education began around 12:00 PM on Saturday, October 31, 2026. About an hour later, the situation escalated into clashes between protesters and the State Police. We observed the...

  • 1 November 2026
Ombudsman Meets With Swiss Ambassador: Protecting The Rig...
Ombudsman Meets With Swiss Ambassador: Protecting The Right To Protest; Recommendations Issued To The Police Regarding The Use Of Force

The Ombudsman, Endrit Shabani, received the Swiss Ambassador, Siri Walt, at his office today. After wishing her success in her role, Mr. Shabani briefed the Ambassador on the institution's challenges—rang...

  • 30 October 2026
Ombudsman At The National Council For Children: Police Mu...
Ombudsman At The National Council For Children: Police Must Not Repeat Violations Against Minors During Protests

In fulfillment of the constitutional mission to protect human rights, the Ombudsman participated in a meeting of the National Council for the Rights and Protection of Children. During his remarks, the Ombudsman rai...

  • 30 October 2026
Property Abuses And Pollution In Patos-Marinzë: Fier Resi...
Property Abuses And Pollution In Patos-Marinzë: Fier Residents Lodge Complaints With The Ombudsman

The Office of the Ombudsman held an "open day" in Fier, where it listened to the concerns and issues raised by citizens. In the presence of representatives from local institutions, residents brought compl...

  • 27 October 2026