‘Failure in Prevention’: Iran-Linked Hackers, Stolen Albanian Data and an FBI Sting
Revelations from the US about an alleged Iran-linked hacker group’s attempt to sell Albanians’ personal data have raised more questions about cyber defences in the Balkan country after a series of attacks on state systems. Original post Here
“PranverArt” opens 16th edition at Tirana Art Gallery
Galeria e Artit Tiranë opens the 16th edition of the exhibition “PranverArt” in Tirana. Then, more than 60 artists present their works using different visual art techniques, including painting, sculpture, and ceramics. Organizers Lazar Taçi and Maksim Bushi lead the exhibition. Next, the gallery welcomes a large number of visitors …
‘The Economic Times’: Albania’s Durrës among Europe’s top affordable coastal destinations
TIRANA, April 22 – An article in The Economic Times highlights Albania as part of Europe’s leading affordable coastal destinations. The report notes that summer holidays across the continent do not need to be expensive. It places Durrës among the key locations recommended for summer 2026. Durrës is presented as …
Albania to see light rain across most areas, weather service says
TIRANA, April 22 – The Military Meteorological Service said Albania will face unstable weather on Wednesday. The country will experience cloudy conditions and intermittent light rain in most areas. Rainfall may intensify locally in the south and east. Short periods of moderate showers are expected. In mountain areas, thunderstorms may …
Albania pledges stronger environmental policies in regional cooperation push
TIRANA, April 22 – Environment Minister Sofjan Jaupaj hosted a regional meeting in Albania. Participants included representatives from Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro. International partners also joined the talks. The discussions focused on environmental cooperation in the Mediterranean region. Jaupaj said the platform aims to strengthen regional cooperation. He said …
Lamallari: public space near Vjosa River freed after 15 years
Besfort Lamallari announced that a public space near the Vjosa River has been freed from stored seized assets. He said the Agency for the Administration of Seized and Confiscated Assets continues to clear public areas that were occupied for years. In this case, the site had been used for storing …
Delphi Economic Forum opens in Greece, PM Rama meets PM Mitsotakis and European leaders
TIRANA, April 22 – The Delphi Economic Forum opens today in Greece, bringing together political leaders, business representatives, academics, and experts from around the world. The event runs until 25 April and focuses on global challenges and international dialogue. Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama attends the forum, accompanied by his …
Kumbaro: EU approves draft for Education Services Agency
Mirela Kumbaro says the European Commission has approved the draft law for the creation of the Education Services Agency. The discussion takes place in the Parliamentary Committee on Education, Science and Sports, where lawmakers debate the proposed legislation. Committee chair Luçiano Boçi raises concerns about transparency, autonomy, and possible conflicts …
Albania to Play Friendly Match Against Luxembourg on June 6 at “Air Albania”
Albania will return to the field in June. The national team will play a friendly match. The Albanian Football Federation has reached an agreement with Luxembourg. The two teams will face each other in a friendly match. They will play on June 6 at 20:00. The match will take place …
Albanian ambassador tells The Guardian UK media and politicians “demonise” Albanians
TIRANA, April 22 – Albania’s ambassador to the United Kingdom, Uran Ferizi, has accused parts of the British media and right-wing politicians of “demonising” Albanians. He made the remarks in an open letter published by The Guardian, highlighting what he described as growing public stigma. Ferizi said Albanian communities in …
President Bajram Begaj visited Boston and met local authorities and members of the Albanian community. He praised strong Albanian-American ties and the contribution of the diaspora. During the visit, Massachusetts officials welcomed Begaj, while Worcester Mayor Joe Petty presented him with the Key to the City. The president also visited …
President Bajram Begaj strongly condemned the armed incident targeting U.S. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner at the Washington Hilton. In a post on X, Begaj said such attacks undermine democracy and fundamental values. He stressed that differences in democracies must be …
Prime Minister Edi Rama strongly condemned the armed attack in a hotel in Washington, D.C. during a presidential event with journalists. He described the incident as shocking and said it strikes at freedom and democratic values everywhere. Rama said he was relieved that U.S. President Donald Trump and all attendees …
The President of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, has reacted to the shooting reported during the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. Osmani wrote that Kosovo believes in the resilience of the United States and its institutions, and that they remain steadfast partners in promoting peace, security, and stability around the world. She …
Prime Minister Edi Rama reacted through a post on X regarding the shooting reported during the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner at the Washington Hilton. Rama wrote that such an attack strikes at freedom and the democratic way of life everywhere. Among other things, he condemned the attack, emphasizing that …
The leader of the Democratic Party, Sali Berisha, reacted through a post on Facebook regarding the shooting reported during the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. Berisha described the attack as a “horror act.” Among other things, he added that the Democratic Party strongly condemns the attack, which according to him …
A bomb threat was reported around midday this Sunday at a shopping mall in the capital, where all employees and citizens inside the premises were immediately evacuated. Following the alert, police forces arrived at the scene and began the necessary checks and verifications to determine whether it was a false …
The President of the Republic, Bajram Begaj, reacted following the shooting that occurred in the United States during an event attended by Donald Trump along with his wife, Melania Trump. Begaj condemned the incident, emphasizing that violence is unacceptable and goes against the fundamental values of democracy. According to him, …
Prime Minister Edi Rama took part this Sunday in the final of the National Science Festival. Rama awarded the three top prizes of the festival, which were won by the high schools “Zhani Ciko” (Patos), “28 Nëntori” (Shkodër), and “Asim Zeneli” (Gjirokastër). During his speech, Rama stated that the improvement …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said this Sunday during his podcast “Flasim” that he spoke about his visit to Greece as part of his participation in the Delphi Economic Forum. Rama emphasized that during his meeting with his Greek counterpart, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, they expressed confidence that they will properly address long-standing …