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The murder of the businessman, the court denies from freedom the suspected Portuguese killer

Ruben Saraiva will remain in prison waiting for March 20, to see the court’s decision on what will happen with the final security measure against him. The lawyer, Kujtim Cakrani, has spoken clarifying that he has obtained all the documents to see what the prosecution has found. Saraiva herself did …

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Fier, 19-year-old killed with a knife after a debate

19-year-old was killed with a knife after a  fight this morning in Fier, police confirmed. The victim is the citizen G.B. who died on the road to hospital due to severe injuries. Meanwhile, another one who tried to divide and help the victim, was injured. Police arrested immediately the perpetrator, …

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Man that isolated family admitted to psychiatric hospital

The court of Tirana decided to put in a psychiatric hospital, Jetnor Zhaboli, the man who isolated his family and surveyed with camera the house. During Monday’s session, court changes the security measure from ‘prison arrest’ to temporary hospitalization to the psychiatric hospital the man who terrorised his family. The …

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The bus collides with tree

An accident was registered on Sunday morning in Tirana. The incident took place on “5 Maji” street, where a “Ring” bus was involved in the accident. The driver fainted and the bus collided with a tree and parked motorcycle. An accident was registered on Sunday morning in Tirana. The incident …

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Convicted for drugs, a 34-year-old Albanian is arrested in Spain. He will be extradited to Albania

A 34-year-old man was arrested in Spain, as part of the police operation coded “Four”. Lutfi Xeka was sentenced by the Krujës Court to 4 years of imprisonment, for the criminal offense “Cultivation of narcotic plants”, carried out in collaboration. Xeka, in cooperation with 11 others, cultivated hundreds of cannabis …

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Two Albanians are extradited from Germany and the United Kingdom

Two Albanians have been extradited to Albania from Germany and the United Kingdom. 34-year-old Abedin Bacja was extradited from Germany. He was sentenced to 5 years imprisonment by the Court of Durres, for the criminal offense “Illegal Deprivation of Liberty”. This person, in 2013, the citizen Abedin Bacja and 2 …

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Balla: To improve the legislation on cyberbullying

Interior Minister Taulant Balla participated in the conference for the presentation of the Feminicide Observatory in Albania. On International Women’s Day, Balla called for women and girls not to remain silent but to denounce violence. He also said that this is an issue that requires a lot of attention and …

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A woman was killed on “Mother’s Day” in Delvina

An accident happened in Delvina in the early hours of the morning. A 58-year-old Shkendije Halili, was hit by a vehicle.  She was transported in a serious condition to the Saranda emergency room, but unfortunately lost her life. /abcnews.al […] Read More… Original post Here

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The hearing session begins, the former prime minister and his son-in-law demand release from arrest

The next court session for the former prime minister, Sali Berisha, for the lifting of the “house arrest” measure, is taking place in the Special Court. Because Berisha refused to sign the summons for the day and time of the session, judge Irera Gjoka gave time to the lawyers to …

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The office of the Prosecutor begins investigations for violence against Prince Leka

The Prosecutor’s Office of Tirana has registered the criminal report for domestic violence after Prince Leka’s report. Also, the source, who published the video of the clash between the two ex-husbands, will also pass through the sieve of the Prosecutor’s Office. Initially, suspicions about the distribution of the video fall …

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Albania’s TikTok Ban Widely Flouted, Even by Allies of PM

Halfway into a 12-month ban on TikTok in Albania, anecdotal evidence suggests the prohibition is being widely flouted while the government remains silent on promised filters to weed out ‘undesirable’ content. Original post Here

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Week in Review: Deadlocks, Unexpected Twists and New Approaches

Our selection of Premium stories this week looks at the challenges facing the region as the summer season winds down and business-as-usual resumes. Original post Here

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Kosovo Court Imposes New Ban on Parliament Over Deputy Speaker Logjam

Court again bans MPs from forming institutions deriving from the February elections while it considers a complaint about the failure to elect a deputy speaker from the Serb community, as guaranteed in the constitution. Original post Here

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Ambassador Faisal bin Ghazi Hafzi: Saudi Arabia Cultural Week, a Bridge of Communication Between the Two Countries

On the eve of Saudi Arabia’s Cultural Week, which will take place in Tirana from September 16–20 at the Palace of Congresses, the Ambassador of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques to the Republic of Albania, Mr. Faisal bin Ghazi Hafzi, through a press statement, praised this event as …

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Dirty Water: Albania’s Polluted Rivers Need Cleaning Now, Activist Says

When Denisa Kasa returned from abroad and saw the state of Albania’s filthy waterways, she was shocked. Now she has formed an independent collective of young people dedicated to the ‘dream of clean rivers’. Original post Here

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Saudi Cultural Week to Bring a Taste of Arabia to Tirana

Tirana will soon open its doors to the sights, sounds, and flavors of Arabia. From 16 to 20 September 2025, the Palace of Congresses will transform into a vibrant stage for Saudi Cultural Week, a five-day celebration of art, heritage, and creativity hosted by the Saudi Ministry of Culture. The festival promises to be more …

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Iranian Opposition Group’s Stay in Albania Turns Sour

Albania’s hosting of an exiled Iranian opposition group was never likely to be easy. Now it’s under criminal investigation. Original post Here

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Week in Review: Tricks and Surprises

Our selection of Balkan Insight Premium stories this week sheds light on police brutality, hidden influence, strained bilateral relations and other turbulent issues across the region. Original post Here

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Years After Discovery, Albania’s Roman-Era Mosaics Remain Hidden to Public View

The city of Durres on Albania’s Adriatic coast boasts a fine selection of Roman-era mosaics. But due to a lack of initiative by the local authorities, progress has been slow to preserve them and make them available for the public to view. Original post Here

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After Major Wildfires, Albania Warned to Boost Preparedness Urgently

As Mediterranean fire seasons grow in intensity, Albania’s government faces calls to invest in firefighting and reforestation. Original post Here

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Albania’s TikTok Ban Widely Flouted, Even by Allies of PM

Halfway into a 12-month ban on TikTok in Albania, anecdotal evidence suggests the prohibition is being widely flouted while the government remains silent on promised filters to weed out ‘undesirable’ content. Original post Here

News

Week in Review: Deadlocks, Unexpected Twists and New Approaches

Our selection of Premium stories this week looks at the challenges facing the region as the summer season winds down and business-as-usual resumes. Original post Here

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Kosovo Court Imposes New Ban on Parliament Over Deputy Speaker Logjam

Court again bans MPs from forming institutions deriving from the February elections while it considers a complaint about the failure to elect a deputy speaker from the Serb community, as guaranteed in the constitution. Original post Here

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Ambassador Faisal bin Ghazi Hafzi: Saudi Arabia Cultural Week, a Bridge of Communication Between the Two Countries

On the eve of Saudi Arabia’s Cultural Week, which will take place in Tirana from September 16–20 at the Palace of Congresses, the Ambassador of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques to the Republic of Albania, Mr. Faisal bin Ghazi Hafzi, through a press statement, praised this event as …

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Dirty Water: Albania’s Polluted Rivers Need Cleaning Now, Activist Says

When Denisa Kasa returned from abroad and saw the state of Albania’s filthy waterways, she was shocked. Now she has formed an independent collective of young people dedicated to the ‘dream of clean rivers’. Original post Here

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Saudi Cultural Week to Bring a Taste of Arabia to Tirana

Tirana will soon open its doors to the sights, sounds, and flavors of Arabia. From 16 to 20 September 2025, the Palace of Congresses will transform into a vibrant stage for Saudi Cultural Week, a five-day celebration of art, heritage, and creativity hosted by the Saudi Ministry of Culture. The festival promises to be more …

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Iranian Opposition Group’s Stay in Albania Turns Sour

Albania’s hosting of an exiled Iranian opposition group was never likely to be easy. Now it’s under criminal investigation. Original post Here

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Week in Review: Tricks and Surprises

Our selection of Balkan Insight Premium stories this week sheds light on police brutality, hidden influence, strained bilateral relations and other turbulent issues across the region. Original post Here

News

Years After Discovery, Albania’s Roman-Era Mosaics Remain Hidden to Public View

The city of Durres on Albania’s Adriatic coast boasts a fine selection of Roman-era mosaics. But due to a lack of initiative by the local authorities, progress has been slow to preserve them and make them available for the public to view. Original post Here

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After Major Wildfires, Albania Warned to Boost Preparedness Urgently

As Mediterranean fire seasons grow in intensity, Albania’s government faces calls to invest in firefighting and reforestation. Original post Here