Alleged Police Violence Against Minors Alarms Albania
More than 200 minors have been arrested or charged amid protests in Albania, while the Ombudsperson and rights organisations report allegations of police violence and breaches of safeguards designed to protect children. Original post Here
Adea Pirdeni sworn in as Minister of Public Administration
Adea Pirdeni took office as Albania’s Minister of Public Administration after swearing an oath before President Bajram Begaj today. On October 19, 2026, Begaj signed two decrees concerning Pirdeni’s appointment. Decree No. 521 ended her tenure as Minister of State for Public Administration and Anti-Corruption. Decree No. 522 appointed her …
Local enforcement offices handle 195 cases and issue 299 certificates online
Justice Minister Toni Gogu says the digitalization of enforcement services aims to improve access to court decisions and reduce waiting times at service counters. He stressed that winning a court case is only the first step; authorities must also enforce the ruling. Data published by the ministry show that 22 …
PM Rama says protests distorted reality, police suffered most injuries
Prime Minister Edi Rama has commented on last week’s protests. He said the right to protest was undeniable, but violence was an unjustifiable crime. In a message on social media, Rama said he wanted to explain one aspect of what he described as days of psychological terror against the capital …
Albanian Superliga: Round 8 Fixtures Set for Saturday and Sunday
Albania’s Abissnet Superiore will resume this weekend with five matches scheduled for October 24 and 25 as teams continue their battle for the season’s goals. Saturday’s action will begin at 13:30, with Partizani facing Skënderbeu at Vora Stadium and Laçi hosting Vora. Two more matches will kick off at 18:30, …
European People’s Party condemns violence at protests in Albania
The European People’s Party (EPP) has called for respect for peaceful protest in Albania. In a statement on X, the centre-right political group said authorities must uphold this right. It called for immediate, thorough and independent investigations into allegations of excessive, unlawful or disproportionate use of force. It also stressed …
Tirana to build Albania’s first underground power substation
Albania’s Electricity Distribution Operator has signed a contract to build a new underground power substation in central Tirana. The facility will have an installed capacity of 200 megavolt-amperes and three underground floors. The project will be the first of its kind in Albania and the Balkan region. The operator’s administrator, …
PM Rama renews dialogue offer to protesters
Prime Minister Edi Rama has renewed his call for dialogue with protesters, placing a sheet of paper bearing the word “dialogue” on stone benches. Rama said he remained ready to meet anyone who believed Albania could improve through dialogue, respectful exchange and the discussion of opposing views. He said he …
Albania Passes Copyright Law to Strengthen Protection for Creators
Albania’s parliament has passed a new Copyright Law aimed at strengthening protections for Albanian creators and aligning the country with European standards. Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja said the law introduces stricter rules for digital platforms, including YouTube, Facebook and TikTok. Platforms must obtain authorization to use copyrighted …
PM Rama backs Lana Nusseibeh for United Nations secretary-general
Prime Minister Edi Rama has expressed Albania’s full support for Lana Nusseibeh of the United Arab Emirates as a candidate for United Nations secretary-general. In a post on X, he described her candidacy as an opportunity for a fresh start for the international organization. Rama said he had met Nusseibeh …