Albania imposes $6,000 fine for demonstrators present at a protest that turns violent

What happened: Albania introduced fines of more than $6,000 for demonstrators who take part in a protest that turns violent, even if they do not personally commit violent acts. The government is targeting gatherings calling for the prime minister's resignation. Key numbers: Fine of more than $6,000, described as six times the average monthly salary. Why it matters: Tirana has seen months of anti-government protests that in recent days have deteriorated into pitched battles between security forces and protesters.

Albania introduced fines of more than $6,000 for demonstrators who take part in a protest that turns violent, even if they do not personally commit violent acts. The government is targeting gatherings calling for the prime minister's resignation.

Tirana has seen months of anti-government protests that in recent days have deteriorated into pitched battles between security forces and protesters.