Former Minister of Health accused for abuse of duty
Former Minister of Health, Ilir Beqaj, was officially charged with the “sterilization” concession.He appeared this Monday morning at the Special Prosecutor’s Office as he was charged for “abuse of duty”. The former minister, after leaving the premises of SPAK, said that the Prosecutor’s Office has not properly investigated the sterilization …
Socialist Party Parliamentary Group meets, present also Rama
The Socialist Party group met this Monday in the Presidency of the Assembly. It is learned that Prime Minister Edi Rama is also present at this meeting. The National Assembly of the Socialist Party took place in Durres the day before. During this meeting, Prime Minister Edi Rama spoke about …
Murder of Gentjan Bejtja, new details revealed
Details from the assassination of Gentjan Bejtja. The perpetrators, who are suspected to have been 4 people, approached with the off-road ‘Land Rover’ type vehicle from the area of Fushë Kruja in the direction of Larushk. At around 4:20 p.m., they entered the alley where Gentian Bejtja’s villa was located …
Jared Kushner’s firm eyes billion-dollar property deals in the Balkans
Jared Kushner, the son-in-law of Donald J. Trump, confirmed on Friday that he was closing in on major real estate deals in Albania and Serbia, the latest example of the former president’s family doing business abroad even as Mr. Trump seeks to return to the White House. Mr. Kushner’s plans …
Sentenced to 4 years in prison for forging documents, the 40-year-old Albanian is extradited from Italy
A 40-year-old man was extradited from Italy after he was wanted for forging documents. Elmir Dashi was convicted in 2018 by the Vlora court for committing the criminal offense “Forgery of seals, stamps or forms”, committed collaboration. “Also, the citizen Elmir Dashi, 40 years old, was extradited from Italy to …
Accused of fraud, a 52 year old Italian is expected to be extradited from Italy
An Italian citizen has been arrested in Italy with the intention of extradition to Albania after being declared wanted for fraud. The Italian, together with some Albanian citizens, had created a system of fictitious companies for the circulation of monetary amounts. In 2023, the court assigned him the security measure …
Trump’s son-in-law plans major investment in Sazan, Albanian gov’t confirms
TIRANA, March 16, 2024 – U.S.-based company Affinity Partners, led by Jared Kushner, the influential son-in-law of former President Donald Trump, aims to undertake two major tourism projects in Albania, along with another in Belgrade, with a combined value that could exceed $1 billion, he said on social media after …
NATO’s new airbase in Albania highlights country’s role as staunchest supporter of alliance in the region
TIRANA, March 15, 2024 – When NATO conducted a public opinion survey last year among its then 32 members about whether they would support staying in the alliance in a referendum, Albanians showed the highest support at 100 percent. It is no wonder then that when Albania officially reopened the …
Albanian parliament reaches bipartisan deal on investigative commissions
TIRANA, March 15, 2024 – Albania’s ruling Socialist Party of Prime Minister Edi Rama and the main opposition Democratic Party led by former Prime Minister Sali Berisha have finalized an agreement that opens the way for normalization of parliamentary life in the country after five months of nonstop opposition protests …
Roman tales: RUN, BABY, RUN
By Jerina Zaloshnja Will you come running with “Camminata Tonificante” group, through Rome, this Tuesday? – Sabrina asked me. Sure, – I said, knowing that if I didn’t go with her, my Tuesday would not feel terribly different from most others, where for hours on end I might end up …
Europe House hosted the launch ceremony of “Weaving Digital Safety – Albania’s Women in Media Network Initiative (WISA)” today. The project aims to empower women in media and boost digital security in the sector. WISA responds to the challenges and needs of women working in media. It builds on their …
TIRANA, April 1 – Albanian President Bajram Begaj marked the 17th anniversary of the country’s NATO membership, calling it a historic achievement. He said joining the alliance strengthened Albania’s security, sovereignty, and role in the Euro-Atlantic community. In a social media post, Begaj highlighted Albania’s contribution as a reliable ally …
The fourth edition of the “School Sports Teams” project has started. The initiative promotes physical activity and sports in pre-university schools. Matches are underway between schools in every region. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared highlights from this year’s championship. The event features 608 teams from nine-year schools and high schools …
TIRANA, April 1 – Albania marks 17 years of NATO membership, a milestone that strengthened its Euro-Atlantic course and national security. In a post on X, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha described the anniversary as a decisive step toward the country’s future. He said Albania has proven …
TIRANA, April 1 – Ahead of its revival at the National Theatre of Opera and Ballet (TKOB), Albanian news agency, ATSH recalls one of the first performances of Cavalleria Rusticana in the capital with a historic photo gallery. The photographs date back to 1958, showing the opera’s protagonists and chorus. …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said no mayor can run in the next local elections without implementing the 10 initiatives of the “Mountain Package.” At the Socialist Party Assembly in Unit 7, Rama called the program key for encouraging returnees to invest savings in agrotourism. He explained the package targets landowners, …
TIRANA, April 1 – The Military Weather Service announced that Albania will experience unstable atmospheric conditions on Wednesday. Clouds will range from moderate to dense, with brief sunny intervals over the Western Lowlands. Rain will occur intermittently during the first 24 hours and remain generally light across much of the …
Kosovo faces Turkey tonight at 20:45 at Prishtina’s “Fadil Vokrri” Stadium. The match is part of the 2026 World Cup play-offs, hosted by the USA, Mexico, and Canada. President Bajram Begaj wished the Kosovo team success. “Heart in Prishtina. Go, Kosovo!” Begaj wrote on social media. The match is seen …
Prime Minister Edi Rama, also Socialist Party leader, announced the creation of a state oil company. He said it will transform the hydrocarbon market and protect consumers. At the Socialist Party Assembly in Unit 7, Rama addressed rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict. He explained that removing …
Prime Minister Edi Rama, also Socialist Party leader, said today that Albania fights corruption more than ever. He credited government reforms that make systems less vulnerable to corruption. At the Socialist Party Assembly in Unit 7, Rama highlighted that Albania leads the region in public procurement quality. Ministries and agencies …