Albania is currently embroiled in protests and political turmoil surrounding a multi-billion-dollar tourism project associated with Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner. The initiative, which aims to develop luxury hotels and villas along the Adriatic coast, has faced significant backlash due to its location in ecologically sensitive areas, including the Vjosa-Narta delta and Sazan island. The Albanian government, led by Prime Minister Edi Rama, defends the project as a vital foreign investment opportunity, with a potential value of up to €4 billion. However, the project has raised concerns regarding environmental impact and legal compliance, prompting over 40 organizations to demand its suspension. Demonstrations in the capital, Tirana, have been met with clashes between protesters and security forces, particularly as construction activities have begun. Additionally, Albania’s special anti-corruption prosecutor has launched an investigation into the project, focusing on the legitimacy of land acquisitions and the approval processes involved. As tensions rise, the future of this controversial development remains uncertain.