# Albania's Flamingo Revolution Wins EU Support

- Topic: world
- Source: Video published by Sam Bentley
- Published: 2026-07-10
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ig_i2ufp0E
- Language: en

A movement in Albania, known as the Flamingo Revolution, gained support from the European Parliament after over 100,000 people protested in 18 days. The protests were against a law allowing development inside protected areas. The Parliament called on Albania to repeal the law and pause new construction in the Vjosa-Narta wetlands. The protected landscape is home to flamingos, sea turtles, and hundreds of bird species. The vote sends a clear message that environmental protections and the rule of law are non-negotiable for countries hoping to join the EU. Albania aims for EU membership by 2030.

## Key takeaways

- Over 100,000 people protested in 18 days
- European Parliament called on Albania to repeal the law
- Pause new construction in the Vjosa-Narta wetlands
- Protected landscape home to flamingos, sea turtles, and hundreds of bird species

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