Divjaka residents protest territorial reform for 24 days

Residents of Divjaka have entered their 24th consecutive day of protests against a proposed territorial reform by the Socialist Party. The administrative reorganization plan seeks to merge the Divjaka municipality with the Lushnje municipality.

Protesters have expressed determination to maintain Divjaka as an independent municipality, arguing that local government decisions should respect the will and interests of the community. Demonstrators have reported facing verbal pressure and fines directed at local businesses, which they characterize as attempts to suppress the movement. The protests included a march through the city streets with slogans demanding that Divjaka remain an autonomous municipality.