“This Is Hybrid Warfare” – Rama Reports Around 200 Police Officers Injured Compared to Just 80 Protesters
Prime Minister Edi Rama has described the violent incidents during recent protests as part of a well-organized hybrid warfare campaign orchestrated by foreign actors. Analyzing the number of injuries on both sides, the prime minister stressed that around 200 police officers have been injured, compared to 80 protesters. “This is …
PM Rama: Anyone Who Wants Dialogue, the Government and I Are Ready!
After placing chairs bearing the word “Dialogue” outside the Prime Minister’s Office, Prime Minister Edi Rama sent a message to protesters, saying he is ready to engage in dialogue with anyone, without preconditions. “Anyone who wants dialogue, wherever they want, whenever they want, even here if they wish, the government …
Rama Places Chairs Bearing the Word “Dialogue” Outside the Prime Minister’s Office
Shortly before the start of the student and youth protest in Tirana, now in its eighth day, several red, spherical-shaped chairs were placed outside the Prime Minister’s Office on Tuesday morning. A video shows Prime Minister Edi Rama placing pieces of paper bearing the word “Dialogue” on the chairs. Meanwhile, …
French Wine Producers and Albanian Distributors Seek Stronger Trade Ties
Wine industry professionals gathered in Albania for “Tastin’ France”, an initiative by Business France that promotes the quality and heritage of French wines in international markets. The France-Albania Chamber of Commerce and Industry organized the event with support from the French Embassy in Albania and Kub France Tirana. The gathering …
Swiss Embassy Concerned Over Violence and Destruction of Public and Private Property
The Swiss Embassy in Albania has expressed concern over the recent outbreak of violence and damage to public and private property during demonstrations in the country. It called on all sides to exercise restraint, ease tensions and prioritize constructive dialogue. In a statement posted on social media, the embassy stressed …
Remembering Renowned Albanian Writer and Screenwriter Dhimitër Xhuvani
Albania on Monday commemorated writer, playwright, screenwriter and journalist Dhimitër Xhuvani, who died on October 19, 2009. Xhuvani was one of the most prominent figures in Albanian literature in the second half of the 20th century. Born in Pogradec on May 23, 1934, he initially trained in medicine and worked …
Gonxhja at Balkan Sea Fair: Tourism Revenue Doubled in Three Years
Tourism revenue in Albania has more than doubled in three years, while overnight stays outside the peak summer season have increased by around 78%, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Blendi Gonxhja said. Gonxhja attended the Balkan Blue Economy Summit at Marina Orikum as part of the Balkans Sea Fair. …
Koçiu: Peaceful Protest Is a Democratic Right, but Violence and Vandalism Are Not
Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu said on Monday that those who destroy businesses, attack State Police officers and set fire to the capital are not protesters but perpetrators of violence. In a social media statement, Koçiu stressed that authorities must respect and protect the right to peaceful protest. However, she …
Neevis Hasani Wins Bronze at World Karate Championships in Poland
Albanian karate athlete Neevis Hasani won the bronze medal at the World Karate Championships in Bielsko-Biała, Poland, securing a place among the world’s top three junior athletes in the under-55kg category. Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja announced the achievement, praising Hasani’s performance on the international stage. Hasani secured …
Rama: Albania Targeted in Well-Coordinated Attack by Force Designated Terrorist by US
Prime Minister Edi Rama met Interior Minister Ervin Demo and senior State Police officials on Monday to address the violent protests that have rocked the capital in recent days. During the meeting, Rama accused Russia of seeking to undermine Albania’s economic growth, discourage investment and obstruct its EU integration. He …