A video that has been circulating on social media claims to show protests in Albania against a luxury beach resort tied to Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner. In reality, the footage captures a completely different scene.
Misleading Context
Environmental groups and local residents have been rallying since late May against the planned resort on the Adriatic coast, arguing that the development threatens a protected lagoon that serves as a critical stopover for migratory birds. The project, backed by investors linked to the Trump family, has drawn the attention of Albania’s anti‑corruption prosecutor, who is probing the source of funds used to acquire the land in Zvernec.
While the protests remain focused on safeguarding the coastal ecosystem, the misidentified video has amplified the debate, prompting confusion across international audiences. Fact‑checking by the Associated Press confirmed the location of the footage through satellite imagery, pinpointing it to the streets of La Coruña.
The Spanish Celebration
The clip, posted by a fan of Deportivo La Coruña on TikTok, depicts supporters celebrating the club’s return to Spain’s top football division after an eight‑year absence. The team finished second in the league behind Racing Santander, securing promotion after a dramatic final match.
The celebration in La Coruña was quickly shared under the false premise that it documented the Albanian demonstrations, illustrating how easily visual content can be repurposed to fit divergent political narratives, from environmental activism in the Balkans to sports triumphs in Spain.