“We Will Pursue Those Wearing Hoods Relentlessly,” Rama Says: Register for Violent Individuals, Airport Access to Be Restricted
Prime Minister Edi Rama described the acts of violence during eight days of protests in Albania as orchestrated by domestic and foreign elements seeking to destabilise Albania and other European countries. During a meeting with representatives of Albania’s banking sector, Rama announced that the government would soon introduce a package …
University Lecturers’ Union Announces Teaching Boycott Starting Today: We Support Students’ Demands
The head of the University Lecturers’ Union, Sandër Kovaçi, announced in a statement to the media that the union has declared a teaching boycott starting today, October 21, until further notice. He said lecturers support students’ demands for quality education and called for a full and independent investigation into the …
Rama Reinstalls Chairs Broken by Students Yesterday: Come to Dialogue, 1,001 Grievances Do Not Justify Violence
Prime Minister Edi Rama renewed his call for dialogue on Wednesday morning, putting back the chairs he had set up the previous day, which students had demonstratively rejected. He said there may be 1,001 grievances and problems, but none of them justify violence. “There are a thousand and one grievances, …
Serbians Abroad Organize to Vote Amid Obstacles
Ahead of Serbia’s high-stakes snap parliamentary elections on Sunday, citizens abroad are organising shared transport and accommodation to reach polling stations, sometimes thousands of kilometres away. Original post Here
Free legal aid supports citizens facing injustice
Justice Minister Toni Gogu stressed the importance of free legal aid for citizens facing disputes who cannot afford a lawyer. In a social media post, he said violence could not resolve disagreements. Every citizen should have the opportunity to defend their rights and seek solutions through the law. Gogu stressed …
Cloudy weather as rain gradually spreads across Albania
Albania will experience unstable weather conditions on Wednesday, according to the Military Meteorological Service. Moderate to dense clouds will cover the country. Light rain will begin in the morning along the coast before gradually spreading inland. Meanwhile, northwestern areas may experience moderate showers and thunderstorms with lightning. Southerly winds will …
PM Rama renews call for dialogue as chairs return outside Prime Minister’s Office
Prime Minister Edi Rama has renewed his call for dialogue with protesters. He has once again placed chairs outside the Prime Minister’s Office. Signs invite citizens and social groups to discuss their concerns and demands. In a video posted on social media, Rama acknowledged that citizens have many reasons to …
Albania Reaffirms Support for KFOR and Stability in Kosovo
Albanian Defence Minister Ermal Nufi met with Major General Roberto Vergori, the new commander of NATO’s Kosovo Force (KFOR), in Tirana on October 20. They discussed KFOR’s role in ensuring security and stability in Kosovo and maintaining peace across the region. During the meeting, Nufi highlighted the importance of KFOR …
Lara Colturi Ready for Next Challenge at Sölden World Cup
Albanian skier Lara Colturi is preparing for her next challenge as the new Ski World Cup season gets underway in Sölden, Austria. Tourism, Culture and Sport Minister Blendi Gonxhja shared footage of Colturi during training and wished her success in the upcoming competition. “Lara Colturi is ready for her next …
Albania Calls on the Public to Support Eslin Kurti at Junior Eurovision 2026
Albania will be represented by 12-year-old singer Eslin Kurti at the 2026 Junior Eurovision Song Contest, which will take place in Ta’ Qali, Malta, on October 24. Kurti will perform “Kërce me mua” (“Dance with Me”), a song that aims to bring energy, rhythm and a message of unity through …