Claim: In Albania during World War I, Greek control was established to protect the Greek minority, and in response to this, Italy also sent troops into the port of Vlorë, the third most populous city of the Republic of Albania.
Evidence: To protect the Greek minority, Greek control was established in the southern districts replacing the Northern Epirote units beginning in October 1914. In response to this, Italy, although officially neutral, also sent troops into the port of Vlorë, while Serbia and Montenegro took control of northern regions. Vlorë (/ˈvlɔːrə/ VLO-re, Albanian: [ˈvlɔɾə or [ˈvlɔɾa) is the third most populous city of the Republic of Albania and the capital of the eponymous county and municipality.