Mitchell Prothero

Mitchell Prothero has covered international crime, terrorism, intelligence, and security issues from the Middle East and Europe for over two decades. Previously Iraq bureau chief for McClatchy Newspapers, he’s written about security and terrorism in Europe for BuzzFeed News and as a senior writer for Vice World News. He’s currently based in Tirana, Albania.

Police clash with protesters last week in central Tirana.

Albanian Student Strikes Spur a Political Crisis Albanian Student Strikes Spur a Political Crisis

A new round of protests against the ruling party’s corruption has Prime Minister Edi Rama giving cops bonuses to crack down on dissent.

Oct 20, 2026 / Mitchell Prothero

Protesters in Tirana, Albania seek to stop t a luxury resort development that presidential son-in-law Jared Kushner wants to streamline on environmentally sensitive land.

How Jared Kushner Sparked a Political Crisis in Albania How Jared Kushner Sparked a Political Crisis in Albania

Outraged Albanians are targeting the presidential son-in-law for pursuing a $4 billion luxury resort deal in a business climate rife with corruption and environmental neglect.

Jun 8, 2026 / Mitchell Prothero

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