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President Begaj: 25 years ago, the military alliance and the US saved Kosovo

The President of the Republic, Bajram Begaj, gave a message on the 25th anniversary of the launch of the NATO operation to liberate Kosovo from the Serbian genocide. Through a post on social networks, Begaj expressed thanks to the Alliance and the United States of America for this historic act …

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Father and son arrested for carrying firearms in their home

Father and son were arrested this Sunday in the capital, because they had firearms in their apartment. As part of the “Home” police operation, father and son were arrested, specifically Klaos Haldeda and Ismet Haldeda, aged 21 and 42, residents of Vaqarr. During the physical search, the Police services found …

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Gunshot in Shijak, one injured

Shooting with firearms is reported to have happened a few moments ago in Shijak. As a result, one person was injured, who was urgently sent to the hospital. According to information from the police, it is known that the incident happened just a few minutes ago in the village of …

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Wanted for fraud and drug trafficking, two arrested in Tirana

Two people wanted for fraud and drug trafficking were arrested this Friday in the capital. Citizens aged 35 and 44 have fallen into handcuffs. Services of Police Station No. 6, in implementation of the measures drawn up within the police mega-operation coded “Rule of Law”, based on the information provided …

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Three arrested after tried to escape police controls, 1kg cocaine seized

Three people have been arrested by Tirana police during an operation against drug trafficking in Albania. The arrested are Eneo Sulejmani, chairman of the Intercity Transport Association, Shkelqim Ostreni, 26-year-old and Igli Begaj, 21-year-old. Police identified a vehicle type ‘Wolksvagen Tiguan’ and the driver did not stop to the police …

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Elections/ Media: Let’s return the pre-election coalitions

The chairman of the Republican Party, Fatmir Mediu, participated in this Thursday’s plenary session in the Assembly. During his speech, he spoke about the discussion on Electoral Reform and Open Lists, where he said that constitutionality should be restored. So he emphasized that the agreement with the OSCE should be …

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Basha excluded by Parliament

It is not meant to be at least one normal parliamentary session. After the consensus reached between the democrats and majority for a normal parliamentary life, now the small group of democrat MPs gathered around Lulzim Basha protested. Basha himself urged since the beginning of today’s session, that the Parliament …

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Collaborator of Laert Haxhiu, Klea Gjata released from prison

The Special Court against Corruption released from prison, Klea Gjata, friend of Laert Haxhiu. She was arrested last September after the testimony of Arben Tafani, with the accuse for supporting the crime perpetrator and for not denouncing a crime. Her lawyer pretends that the family of Gjata was threatened by …

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The Constitutional Court rejected Fredi Beleri’s request to be released from prison

The elected mayor of Himara, Fredi Beleri, was sentenced to two years in prison by the Special Court. A decision for which his lawyer emphasized that they will appeal. Beleri claimed that the court had conducted an irregular process and that his right to be elected had been violated due …

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After 6 months, the Assembly returns to normality

The Parliament of Albania returns to normality, after several months of noise and chaos. The Speaker of the Assembly, Lindita Nikolla, at the beginning of the plenary session, presented the agenda to the legislators, while the deputies of Re-establishment are expected to join the votes with the socialists for the …

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Rama: The Transparency Board Does Not Set Fuel Prices Arbitrarily; Its Role Is to Ensure Transparency

Prime Minister Edi Rama stated this Sunday on the podcast “Flasim” that the price of fuel in the country is not set arbitrarily, clarifying the role of the Transparency Board. According to him, the Transparency Board is actively working to reflect the impact of the conflict involving Iran on oil …

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Berisha: Rama Misled Citizens Regarding Fuel Prices

Opposition leader Sali Berisha accused Prime Minister Edi Rama of misleading citizens over fuel prices and of concealing failures in attracting foreign investments. In a video message published today, Berisha criticized the increase in fuel prices set by the fuel board, emphasizing that this demonstrates the government’s direct influence on …

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Kosovo Government approves proposal to deploy KSF to Gaza

The Government of Kosovo has approved the review of a draft decision to deploy the Kosovo Security Force (KSF) on an international stabilization mission in Gaza. The decision to send troops was approved unanimously, with no votes against and no abstentions. The approval paves the way for the decision to …

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Rossmann & Lala Expands Market Presence and Lowers Prices for Albanian Consumers

The drugstore chain Rossmann & Lala, a German brand present in Albania since 2008, has launched a new development strategy that combines expanding its market presence with reducing prices for Albanian consumers. At a time when the rising cost of living remains one of the main concerns for Albanian families, …

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EU negotiations, Rama: We must move forward without missing any deadlines

Prime Minister Edi Rama, at the opening of a conference at the Prime Minister’s Office presenting an overview of negotiations with the European Union, emphasized that Albania is moving forward with concrete steps to fulfill the necessary reforms in line with European standards. “It is important to keep in mind …

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Rama: We must move from red to green in public procurement! We are not yet within a solid progress framework

Prime Minister Edi Rama has stated that by 2027, Albania should have achieved concrete results in order to join the European Union. Among other things, he said that significant progress has been made in public procurement, but added that the country is still not within a solid framework of good …

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“Revenues have reached historic levels,” says Minister Malaj: We forecast an additional €1 billion in 2026

The Minister of Finance, Petrit Malaj, held a press conference today where he presented an overview of the country’s economic growth. Increasing revenues, improving digital services, and developing systems through Artificial Intelligence are strategic objectives aimed at meeting European standards. During his remarks, Minister Malaj stated that the Albanian economy …

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Rama: The EU integration process is historic; it transforms the Albanian state

Prime Minister Edi Rama, speaking during a conference with negotiators on Albania’s path toward the European Union, stated that the process carries significant weight. According to him, it is historic and transformative for the Albanian state. “This process substantially increases the institutional capacities of the state. It brings extraordinary benefits …

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Presidential election, Kurti: We will begin meetings with the opposition

The Prime Minister of Kosovo, Albin Kurti, announced that he will invite leaders of opposition parties to meetings in an effort to secure the necessary votes for the election of the country’s new president. He stated that so far he has not had enough time to conduct internal consultations regarding …

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Appointment of CEC members, Constitutional Court declares Osmani’s request inadmissible

The Constitutional Court has declared inadmissible the request of the President of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, regarding the appointment of members of the Central Election Commission (CEC). Osmani had requested an assessment of a “conflict between constitutional competencies under Article 113” of the Constitution—specifically between herself and “parliamentary groups as bodies …

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Rama: The Transparency Board Does Not Set Fuel Prices Arbitrarily; Its Role Is to Ensure Transparency

Prime Minister Edi Rama stated this Sunday on the podcast “Flasim” that the price of fuel in the country is not set arbitrarily, clarifying the role of the Transparency Board. According to him, the Transparency Board is actively working to reflect the impact of the conflict involving Iran on oil …

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Berisha: Rama Misled Citizens Regarding Fuel Prices

Opposition leader Sali Berisha accused Prime Minister Edi Rama of misleading citizens over fuel prices and of concealing failures in attracting foreign investments. In a video message published today, Berisha criticized the increase in fuel prices set by the fuel board, emphasizing that this demonstrates the government’s direct influence on …

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Kosovo Government approves proposal to deploy KSF to Gaza

The Government of Kosovo has approved the review of a draft decision to deploy the Kosovo Security Force (KSF) on an international stabilization mission in Gaza. The decision to send troops was approved unanimously, with no votes against and no abstentions. The approval paves the way for the decision to …

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Rossmann & Lala Expands Market Presence and Lowers Prices for Albanian Consumers

The drugstore chain Rossmann & Lala, a German brand present in Albania since 2008, has launched a new development strategy that combines expanding its market presence with reducing prices for Albanian consumers. At a time when the rising cost of living remains one of the main concerns for Albanian families, …

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EU negotiations, Rama: We must move forward without missing any deadlines

Prime Minister Edi Rama, at the opening of a conference at the Prime Minister’s Office presenting an overview of negotiations with the European Union, emphasized that Albania is moving forward with concrete steps to fulfill the necessary reforms in line with European standards. “It is important to keep in mind …

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Rama: We must move from red to green in public procurement! We are not yet within a solid progress framework

Prime Minister Edi Rama has stated that by 2027, Albania should have achieved concrete results in order to join the European Union. Among other things, he said that significant progress has been made in public procurement, but added that the country is still not within a solid framework of good …

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“Revenues have reached historic levels,” says Minister Malaj: We forecast an additional €1 billion in 2026

The Minister of Finance, Petrit Malaj, held a press conference today where he presented an overview of the country’s economic growth. Increasing revenues, improving digital services, and developing systems through Artificial Intelligence are strategic objectives aimed at meeting European standards. During his remarks, Minister Malaj stated that the Albanian economy …

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Rama: The EU integration process is historic; it transforms the Albanian state

Prime Minister Edi Rama, speaking during a conference with negotiators on Albania’s path toward the European Union, stated that the process carries significant weight. According to him, it is historic and transformative for the Albanian state. “This process substantially increases the institutional capacities of the state. It brings extraordinary benefits …

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Presidential election, Kurti: We will begin meetings with the opposition

The Prime Minister of Kosovo, Albin Kurti, announced that he will invite leaders of opposition parties to meetings in an effort to secure the necessary votes for the election of the country’s new president. He stated that so far he has not had enough time to conduct internal consultations regarding …

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Appointment of CEC members, Constitutional Court declares Osmani’s request inadmissible

The Constitutional Court has declared inadmissible the request of the President of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, regarding the appointment of members of the Central Election Commission (CEC). Osmani had requested an assessment of a “conflict between constitutional competencies under Article 113” of the Constitution—specifically between herself and “parliamentary groups as bodies …