Hoxha: Albania Is Not and Cannot Be Part of Any Destabilizing Scenario in Montenegro
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha has reacted following reports in the Montenegrin media claiming that Serbia and Albania are the two countries referred to by Montenegro’s Prime Minister Milojko Spajić when he warned of possible attempts to destabilize the country through hybrid activities. Hoxha wrote that the …
Over 5,000 Fines in 48 Hours: Tirana Traffic Police Report
Ten people have faced criminal proceedings and 5,444 administrative fines have been issued by the Tirana Traffic Police over the past 48 hours as part of intensified checks on the capital’s roads. According to Police, the 10 individuals were prosecuted mainly for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or driving …
Technical Problem in Albanian Airspace, 90% of Systems Restored
A technical malfunction caused air traffic control systems to shut down at 5:30 p.m. today, creating an emergency situation in Albanian airspace, Albcontrol announced to the media on Friday. According to the statement, immediately after the incident, Albcontrol experts took all necessary measures in accordance with established protocols to ensure …
Former Prime Minister Majko: Montenegro Must Present Evidence or Explain the Allegations
Former Albanian Prime Minister and Socialist Party MP Pandeli Majko has reacted following a report by Montenegrin media outlet “Vijesti,” according to which Montenegro’s Prime Minister Milojko Spajić was referring to Albania and Serbia when speaking about coordinated hybrid activities aimed at destabilizing the country. In his response, Majko called …
Vučić Attacks The Hague and Speaks About Hashim Thaçi: Essentially, He Will Be Released
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić said during a visit to Osečina that he does not trust the justice system in The Hague and that Serbia has still not received official information from The Hague regarding the death of Ratko Mladić. Vučić stressed that, in his view, Western countries want to create …
Kosovo Prosecution Seeks Conviction of Minister Sveçla: Tear Gas Canister Considered a Weapon
Prosecutor Avni Namani has called for the conviction of acting Minister Xhelal Sveçla in his closing arguments in the trial over the use of tear gas in the Kosovo Assembly in 2018. Prosecutor Namani said that, based on expert reports, a tear gas canister is considered a weapon. He announced …
Wildfires in Albania: 7 Active Blazes Across Several Regions, Armed Forces Helicopter Deployed
Seven wildfires remain active across Albania, while two others are under surveillance. According to the Ministry of Defense, a total of 10 wildfires had been reported by 2:00 p.m. on August 28, one of which has been completely extinguished. The active fires are concentrated in Tirana, Dibër, Vlorë, Gjirokastër and …
Human Remains Found in Zubin Potok: 10 Samples Sent to The Hague for DNA Identification
Authorities in Kosovo said that at least ten bone samples recovered from three mass graves in Zubin Potok have been sent to The Hague for DNA identification. Acting Minister for Labor, Family and Liberation War Values Andin Hoti, during a visit to Kalludër, one of the locations where human remains …
Montenegro Points to Albania and Serbia in Hybrid Threat Claim
Tirana Times, August 28, 2026 – An extraordinary political and diplomatic controversy has emerged between Montenegro and Albania after Montenegrin media reported that Prime Minister Milojko Spajić was referring to Albania and Serbia when he warned of a coordinated hybrid operation aimed at destabilizing Montenegro and obstructing its progress toward …
Arrest Exposes Albania’s Crime-Politics Nexus
Was a Key National Security Institution Penetrated by Organized Crime? Tirana Times, August 28, 2026 – The arrest of businessman Ergys Agasi has put a new focus on allegations reaching beyond corruption in public procurement, raising broader questions about possible links between political power, business interests and organized crime — and …