Berisha: Never has an EU report been more critical—there is simply no perspective left under Rama
TIRANA, November 14 /ATA/ – Democratic Party Chairman Sali Berisha spoke today during an online discussion with supporters. He addressed Prime Minister Rama’s speech at the Socialist Party’s National Assembly, as well as recent developments—specifically the European Commission’s report and the decision against holding the 2027 NATO summit in Tirana, …
PM Rama: New legal package on pre-trial detention under consultation
TIRANA, Nov. 14 /ATA/- By Maela Marini/ – Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Saturday that a new legal package on pre-trial detention was under consultation, describing Albania’s detention practices as the most excessive in Europe. Speaking at the Socialist Party’s National Assembly, Rama said Albania had twice as many …
PM Rama says neither he nor Socialist Party defend ex-Deputy PM amid media storm
TIRANA, Nov. 14 /ATA/ – Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Saturday that neither he nor the ruling Socialist Party acted as lawyers for anyone, following “the media storm” over his comments on former deputy prime minister Belinda Balluku. Speaking at the Socialist Party’s National Assembly, Rama said relations between …
PM Rama: No other country glorifies violence, national debate to address challenges
TIRANA, Nov. 14 /ATA/ – Socialist Party leader and Prime Minister Edi Rama said Saturday a national debate would be held soon to discuss both the progress Albania has made and the many challenges facing the country and its people. Speaking at the assembly, Rama said Albania was now closer …
PM Rama rejects claims government is silencing critics, says Albania fully backs independent justice system
TIRANA, Nov. 14 /ATA/ – Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Saturday that preparations for Albania’s European Union accession treaty were a major political indication of the country’s direction, rejecting claims that the government was suppressing critics or undermining judicial independence. Addressing the Socialist Party’s National Assembly, Rama described the …
PM Rama: Government responded to “Flamingos” protest, transparency platform to address grievances
TIRANA, Nov. 14 /ATA-By Maela Marini/ – Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Saturday that his government had listened to the demands raised citizens and activists during the “Flamingos” protest movement and introduced new mechanisms to address their concerns. Speaking at a meeting of the Socialist Party’s National Assembly, Rama …
Clashes, traffic disruption reported during student-led protest in Tirana
TIRANA, Nov 14 /ATA/ – A protest organised by students and joined by members of the public was held outside the Education Ministry in Tirana on Saturday, with demonstrators renewing calls for the government’s resignation. Tensions flared during the demonstration, with several protesters setting rubbish bins on fire. Flames and …
Students set rubbish bins ablaze during protest outside Education Ministry in Tirana
TIRANA, Nov 14 /ATA/ – Students and other protesters gathered outside the Ministry of Education in Tirana on Saturday, renewing calls against the government. Organisers have called for two nationwide demonstrations each week, on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 2 p.m., outside the Education Ministry. Tensions escalated during today’s protest, with …
Heavy rain in Shkodër region, but no homes have flooded
TIRANA, November 14 /ATA/- Shkodër Regional Prefecture reported that heavy rainfall has not caused any residential flooding in the county so far. In Shalë municipal unit, the crews are working to clear debris and reopen roads blocked by the downpour. Meanwhile, in the village of Kamicë, high water levels in …
Socialist Party National Assembly convenes
TIRANA, November 14 /ATA/ – The Socialist Party Assembly has got underway today in Lalëzi bay, with a focus on preparations for the upcoming local elections. Socialist Party (SP) General Secretary Blendi Klosi opened today’s meeting, which features a key item on its agenda: the launch of the Socialist Party’s …