Coastal Protest Fallout: Albania’s “Flamingo Revolution” keeps growing as thousands rally in Tirana and beyond against the Kushner-linked luxury resort plans for Zvërnec–Narta and Sazan, with Prime Minister Edi Rama insisting there’s “no project” to cancel while work has already started and anti-corruption probes move forward. EU Pressure on Tourism Development: Brussels has warned the project could clash with EU environmental rules, putting Albania’s EU path at risk. Transparency Questions on Sazan: A draft decision reportedly aims to shift Sazan Island’s administration from the Defence Ministry to the Economy ministry and funnel most of the island into a state fund for strategic investment—fueling fresh concerns over public assets and process. On-the-Ground Travel Safety: Two German tourists missing for nearly 48 hours in the remote Polis Mountains near Librazhd have been found safe and in good health, highlighting how limited mobile coverage can complicate mountain travel. Airport Tech Upgrade: Tirana International Airport is rolling out a 5G-powered mission-critical communications system with Vodafone and Airbus to improve safety coordination. Cheaper Flights Signal Demand: French travel data says flights from France to Albania are down 31% year-on-year, as more direct and low-cost options come online for summer. Tourism Value Watch: Hotels.com’s 2026 index flags Tirana among affordable five-star picks, with a reported average around €150 per night.