Tirana, four call center managers arrested on money laundering charges
Four managers of two call centers in Tirana, where 29 citizens worked, 10 of them unregistered, have been put this Tuesday in handcuffs by the police. During the operation, the officers found and seized 9000 euros, 82 computer units, 23 mobile phones, 1 DVR, 2 USB sticks and 50 cards …
Kukes area affected by heavy fog, frost
Dense fog and frost have engulfed this Tuesday the national and rural roads of Kukes, which pose a great risk to vehicles. Reason for this situation is extremely low temperatures and the cessation of snowfall. Even the city of Kukës has been covered by dense fog this morning, creating traffic …
SPAK prosecutor seeks authorization to arrest former PM Berisha
Prosecutor of SPAK (Special Anti-Corruption Prosecution), Arben Kraja, asked the Council of Immunity and Mandates on Monday for authorization to arrest former Prime Minister Sali Berisha. At the meeting of the Council, Kraja said that there are suspicions about Berisha committing the criminal offense of corruption during the time he …
Who is man that survived assassination attempt in Shkodra
One person was injured after shooting with firearms in Shkoder this Monday morning. Aleksander Curaj was injured, who is receiving help from the white shirts of Shkodra, while his condition is still unknown. According to the information, the author shot four times at him and left on a bicycle. Meanwhile, …
Two dead in Arber highway car crash
An accident happened this Monday on Arber’s Highway, where the two people who were traveling in the vehicles passed away. Police revealed that two vehicles collided, as a result of which one of them fell from a height into the abyss. Meanwhile, the investigative group is working to clarify the …
Shkodra police’s director confirmed in duty by vetting
Edmond Sulaj passed this Monday the vetting process for the position of Director of Shkodra’s Local Police Directorate. Evaluation body chaired by Arben Sefajn, rapporteur Denisa Sina and member Suela Bulkun, after checking the wealth, professional ability and clean image, decided to confirm Sulaj’s position. “We come to the conclusion …
Rama: Albania is ready to be part of the EU
Prime Minister Edi Rama has declared this Monday that Albania is ready for the EU. He thanked the administration for the work done over the years, stressing that at first he was very distrustful of their work. Thus, Rama emphasized that he felt very proud when colleagues and presidents of …
Woman crashed to death by careless driver in Tirana
A serious accident has been recorded early this Monday morning in Tirana. Police revealed that a vehicle crashed a 54-year-old woman, who as a result of the collission died at the scene. Law enforcement announced that the incident happened around 06:10, on Elbasani street. Meanwhile, the investigative team is working …
Mandates council to discuss SPAK’s request for former PM’s arrest
Council of Mandates will convene this Monday at 12:00 in the Presidency of the Assembly to consider the request of Special Prosecution against Corruption (SPAK), which requires the granting of authorization for the arrest of former Prime Minister Sali Berisha. For weeks, Berisha refused to appear before the special court, …
Shkodra youth busted hauling illegal migrants
A 22-year-old from Shkodra was arrested this Sunday in the framework of police operation coded “Station”. Police revealed that the young man was caught red-handed transporting immigrants from third countries, who intended to cross illegally from Albania to the EU countries, against the amount of 500 Euros per person. Vehicle …
Balkan members of the Catholic Church have praised “broad-minded, spontaneous” Pope Leo XIV for his education, experience and openness. Original post Here
Tirana Times, May 8,– On May 11, 2025, Albania will hold its tenth parliamentary elections since the fall of communism in 1991 – a moment expected to be decisive not only for the political fate of the main parties but also for the democratic future and European orientation of the …
The Socialists and Democrats are still likely to dominate the Albanian political landscape after elections on May 11, but a cluster of new parties and the introduction of diaspora postal votes are threatening to shake things up. Original post Here
The Democratic League of Kosovo has filed 17 lawsuits in a fresh legal challenge against the outgoing prime minister, Vetevendosje leader Albin Kurti, and his ministers. Original post Here
Anonymous social media accounts, a lack of financial transparency and the unethical use of AI could have an impact on voter opinion ahead of Albania’s May 11 parliamentary election, BIRN has found. Original post Here
In an interview with BIRN, Zef Mazi, Albania’s former chief negotiator with the EU, poured cold water on Prime Minister Edi Rama’s election promise of EU accession by 2030. Original post Here
TIRANA, Albania , May 6th (Tirana Times ) — On May 11, Albanians will head to the polls for parliamentary elections marked by a crowded field of contenders: 53 political parties and over 2,000 candidates will vie for 140 seats in the national legislature. While this diversity may signal political …
President Begaj welcomes His Majesty Abdullah II bin Al Hussein, King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, with a solemn ceremony. May 2, 2025 | TIRANA, Albania Tirana Times In a visit marked more by symbolism than substance, Jordan’s King Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein arrived in Tirana on Friday for …
Tirana Times | May 2nd | Prishtina, Kosovo — A unique cultural bridge between Kosovo and Saudi Arabia was inaugurated on Thursday with the opening of the “Urat” exhibition in central Prishtina, showcasing the Kingdom’s rich Islamic and cultural heritage. Organized in partnership between the Islamic Community of Kosovo and …
The involvement of individuals with criminal backgrounds or ties to the underworld among Albania’s so-called strategic investors must be examined in a broader context. Politically, this phenomenon represents one of the clearest signs of the symbiosis between crime and politics — and of the state being effectively captured by organized …