20 wildfires reported across Albania, 11 remain active
TIRANA, September 7 – A total of 20 wildfire hotspots were reported across Albania on Monday, according to the Ministry of Defense. Eleven remain active, while seven are under monitoring and two have been fully extinguished. Local civil protection structures are working with the Armed Forces to control the fires. …
20 wildfires reported across Albania, 11 remain active
TIRANA, September 7 – A total of 20 wildfire hotspots were reported across Albania on Monday, according to the Ministry of Defense. Eleven remain active, while seven are under monitoring and two have been fully extinguished. Local civil protection structures are working with the Armed Forces to control the fires. …
Sunny Monday, temperatures up to 38 C expected
TIRANA, September 7 – Albania is expected to have stable weather conditions on Monday, with clear skies and long periods of sunshine across the country, according to the Military Meteorological Service. No significant changes in weather conditions are expected during the day. Clear skies will prevail across the entire territory. …
Sunny Monday, temperatures up to 38 C expected
TIRANA, September 7 – Albania is expected to have stable weather conditions on Monday, with clear skies and long periods of sunshine across the country, according to the Military Meteorological Service. No significant changes in weather conditions are expected during the day. Clear skies will prevail across the entire territory. …
Gjirokastër Castle draws 200,000 visitors from January to August
TIRANA, September 7 – Gjirokastër Castle attracted 200,000 visitors from January through August, Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu said on Sunday. The figure reflects growing interest in one of Albania’s most visited tourist destinations. Visitors from Albania and abroad continue to choose Gjirokastër for its history, architecture, landscape and gastronomy. …
Gjirokastër Castle draws 200,000 visitors from January to August
TIRANA, September 7 – Gjirokastër Castle attracted 200,000 visitors from January through August, Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu said on Sunday. The figure reflects growing interest in one of Albania’s most visited tourist destinations. Visitors from Albania and abroad continue to choose Gjirokastër for its history, architecture, landscape and gastronomy. …
Dinamo complete comeback as Egnatia maintain perfect start
TIRANA, September 7 – Dinamo City closed the third round of the 2026-2027 Abissnet Superiore season with a 2-1 comeback win over AF Elbasani at Elbasan Arena. The victory was Dinamo’s second in a row and lifted Ilir Daja’s side to six points. Elbasani took the lead in the 25th …
Dinamo complete comeback as Egnatia maintain perfect start
TIRANA, September 7 – Dinamo City closed the third round of the 2026-2027 Abissnet Superiore season with a 2-1 comeback win over AF Elbasani at Elbasan Arena. The victory was Dinamo’s second in a row and lifted Ilir Daja’s side to six points. Elbasani took the lead in the 25th …
New statue of Mother Teresa unveiled at Saint Paul Cathedral in Tirana
TIRANA, September 7 – A new statue of Mother Teresa was unveiled at Saint Paul Cathedral in Tirana on Sunday, marking the 10th anniversary of her canonization. Archbishop of Tirana-Durres Arjan Dodaj and dozens of citizens attended the ceremony. The statue stands in the cathedral courtyard and depicts Mother Teresa …
New statue of Mother Teresa unveiled at Saint Paul Cathedral in Tirana
TIRANA, September 7 – A new statue of Mother Teresa was unveiled at Saint Paul Cathedral in Tirana on Sunday, marking the 10th anniversary of her canonization. Archbishop of Tirana-Durres Arjan Dodaj and dozens of citizens attended the ceremony. The statue stands in the cathedral courtyard and depicts Mother Teresa …
President Bajram Begaj voiced concern about escalating tensions as students who gathered for a second day of rallies against the government clashed with law enforcement officers again. Original post Here
Franciscan priest Shtjefën Gjeçovi, a prominent figure in Albanian history, passed away on October 14, 1929. He devoted his life to the Albanian cause. According to documents held by the General Directorate of Archives, two men speaking Serbian ambushed Gjeçovi as he returned from Prizren and shot him. Born Hilë …
The government of Kosova has established a working group to coordinate a state strategy for the appeal proceedings involving four former Kosovo Liberation Army leaders: Hashim Thaçi, Kadri Veseli, Jakup Krasniqi and Rexhep Selimi. Prime Minister Albin Kurti described their convictions by the Specialist Chambers as legally and morally unjust. …
Representatives of six Western Balkan countries discussed digital cooperation and alignment with the European Union’s digital agenda at the 8th Regional Digital Summit. Albania has moved most public services online and continues to expand access for citizens living abroad. Deputy Infrastructure and Energy Minister Enkelejda Muçaj said electronic documents with …
Assembly of Albania Speaker Niko Peleshi said the right to protest is a constitutional right that citizens must exercise peacefully and in accordance with the law. He made the remarks as tensions continued for a second day outside the Ministry of Education in Tirana. Peleshi said violence and vandalism undermine …
The European Union Delegation to Albania expressed concern over escalating violence during protests in Tirana. It called for priority investigations into allegations that police used excessive force against protesters and journalists. In a statement on X, the delegation stressed that freedom of gathering and expression are fundamental rights and core …
The Council of Ministers has approved standard rules for ceremonies awarding orders and medals of the Republic of Albania. The rules follow international best practices and established protocol. The decision aims to ensure consistency and solemnity in decoration ceremonies. It also seeks to uphold the dignity and prestige of state …
The British Embassy in Tirana called on all parties to respect the right to peaceful protest and freedom of expression. It stressed that violence cannot be justified and police must avoid disproportionate action. In a statement, the embassy noted that Albania’s Constitution protects peaceful protest and freedom of expression. However, …
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said Italy’s short-term priority is to strongly support Albania and Montenegro’s progress towards European Union membership. She made the remarks in an address to the Senate ahead of the European Council meeting. Meloni said enlargement and the Union’s internal reforms would feature in a strategic …
The moralistic reaction to leaked tapes of women filmed secretly in intimate acts shows Albania is still struggling to accept women as sexual beings – while also failing legally to protect victims of non-consensual exposure. Original post Here