Albania’s opposition party has excluded several high-profile figures from its candidate list for the upcoming elections, sparking internal tensions. Among those left out is a vocal party member who publicly supported the country’s justice reform and the Special Anti-Corruption Structure (SPAK), a stance unpopular with party leadership.
The exclusion highlights deeper fractures within the opposition, as some candidates now seek alternative political alliances. One ousted member announced plans to run under a different coalition, aligning with newer political movements that emphasize anti-corruption and institutional reform.
This reshuffle signals a shift in the opposition’s candidate strategy, with party leadership tightening control over nominations. The exclusions have intensified tensions within the party, raising questions about its direction and internal cohesion just two months before the vote.
