Albania accused of "sneaky" fast-track for Trump-linked resort as protests turn violent

European Union lawmakers have accused Albania of using "sneaky" practices to fast-track a proposed luxury resort linked to Donald Trump. The project is planned for a formerly protected coastal landscape. A Dutch Member of the European Parliament (MEP) said the government is trying to avoid EU environmental rules. The accusation comes as protests against the development have turned increasingly violent. Prime Minister Edi Rama has pledged to "listen to the voices of young people" who are taking to the streets. However, critics say he has failed to address demonstrators who have long opposed the project peacefully. The resort has drawn international attention because of its link to the Trump family and its location in an area that was once legally protected.