Serious accident in Tirana/ An police oficer loses control of the vehicle and ends up in Lana River
An accident was recorded around 06:15 at the Shkoza bridge in Tirana. The police officer of the “Shqiponja” Special Force Sector, driving the service vehicle, allegedly lost control over his direction and as a result the vehicle went off the road, falling into the Lana River. The driver of the …
Minister of Justice: To strengthen the protection of national security and the fight against terrorism
The Minister of Justice, Ulsi Manja, has presented the recommendations of the Council of Ministers for the General Prosecutor’s Office in the fight against criminality throughout the year 2024. He asked for more inter-institutional cooperation and close cooperation with foreign law enforcement agencies, but also with organizations such as Europol …
Minister Manja: The new Penal Code is necessary, at the request of Brussels
“Strengthening institutional cooperation inside and outside the country remains the main focus”, said the Minister of Justice, Ulsi Manja, as he asked for more commitment to criminality. Minister Manja has also stated that the preparation of a New Criminal Code is necessary, while underlining that something similar is also required …
Operation PANDORA shuts down 12 phone fraud call centres
According to Europol 39 fraudsters organised flood of unsettling telephone scams, shocking and cheating thousands of victims In the early hours of 18 April 2024, German, Albanian, Bosnian-Herzegovinian, Kosovar and Lebanese police forces raided 12 call centres identified as the source of thousands of daily scam calls. 21 persons were …
The Roof Garden Commission: Petrit Halilaj, Abetare
Kosovar artist Petrit Halilaj (born 1986, Kostërc,Kosova ) has been commissioned to create a site-specific installation for the Museum’s Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Roof Garden. For the artist’s first major project in the United States, Halilaj has transformed The Met Roof with a sprawling sculptural installation. Halilaj’s work is …
Balla: We will increase the salaries for Police employees
The Minister of the Interior, Taulant Balla, in a statement to the media, confirmed that from July 1st, there will be a salary increase for Guard employees. Balla added that this financial assessment comes from the fund in the state budget of 400 million dollars, which will also benefit employees …
Ali Ahmeti “Honorary Citizen” of Tirana
At the proposal of the mayor Erion Veliaj, the City Council of Tirana has approved the awarding of the title of “Honorary Citizen” to the chairman of the Democratic Union for Integration, Ali Ahmeti. This title was granted to Ali Ahmeti as a sign of thanks for all his contribution …
Investments in airports are increasing/ Balluku: We expect a 10 percent increase in flights
The International Airport of Tirana has increased the capacities for the reception of tourists. From the Assembly, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Infrastructure, Belinda Balluku, emphasized that during this year a significant increase in flights is expected in our country. Meanwhile, at the end of the year, the …
Anti-drug operation in Tirana, police destroyed a group with 35 members distributed narcotics near schools
Tirana police held a conference where they gave details about the operation carried out in the capital against drug trafficking. A group consisting of 35 members was destroyed by this action. 20 people were arrested while the security measure was executed for five people arrested earlier. According to the police, …
National anti-immigration strategy/ Balla: We aim to curb asylum requests
The Minister of the Interior, Taulant Balla said that they have approved a national strategy, which aims to prevent illegal immigration and curb requests for asylum. He further stated that the government aims to reintegrate Albanian immigrants into the labor market and this strategy, Balla added, is part of the …
TIRANA, April 12 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania ranks first in the region for improvements in public procurement, according to a European Union report prepared through SIGMA (Support for Improvement in Governance and Management) in cooperation with the OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development). PM Rama presented …
TIRANA, April 12 – The European Union Delegation in Tirana extended its wishes to Orthodox believers in Albania on the occasion of Easter. In a public message, the EU Delegation wished the Orthodox community a joyful and peaceful celebration. It expressed hope that the holiday brings peace, hope, and prosperity …
TIRANA, April 12 – Orthodox believers across Albania marked Easter at midnight, celebrating the Resurrection of Christ with prayers, candles, and messages of hope. The traditional greeting “Christ is risen! Truly risen!” echoed in churches nationwide. In Berat, hundreds gathered at St. Demetrius Cathedral, where Metropolitan Asti led the service. …
TIRANA, April 12 – President Bajram Begaj visited the cathedral in Korça on Sunday and extended Easter wishes to Orthodox believers and all Albanians. In a statement to the media, Begaj wished peace, love, and prosperity. He called for greater solidarity and mutual respect in society. He said the light …
TIRANA, April 12 – Orthodox believers across Albania celebrate Easter today, marking one of the most important days in the Christian calendar. The feast reflects faith, renewal, and hope, while bringing families and communities together across the country. The roots of Orthodox Christianity in Albania date back to the early …
TIRANA, April 12 – Orthodox believers gathered at the Resurrection of Christ Cathedral to celebrate Easter with the traditional midnight liturgy. The call “Come receive light from the unsetting light” marked the start of one of the most solemn services in the Orthodox calendar. Large numbers of worshippers attended the …
TIRANA, April 12 – President Bajram Begaj extended Easter greetings to Orthodox believers, marking the celebration with a message of faith, hope, and renewal. In a social media post, he wished that the light of God’s presence spreads everywhere and illuminates lives with belief and joy. He accompanied the message …
TIRANA, April 12 – Prime Minister Edi Rama extended Easter greetings to Orthodox believers, marking the celebration with a message shared on social media. In his post, he wished followers a blessed morning and a happy Orthodox Easter. His message comes as believers across Albania celebrate one of the most …
TIRANA, April 12 – Dhërmi turned into a festive scene on Easter Eve, as hundreds of Orthodox believers gathered to celebrate the Holy Day. The coastal village hosted large crowds who joined prayers and candlelit rituals marking one of the most important dates in the Orthodox calendar. The atmosphere combined …
Tirana Times, April 11, 2026 – Albania’s path toward European Union membership has entered a more uncertain phase as discussions over a key assessment report remain unfinished, exposing a gap between technical progress in reforms and the political consensus required among member states to move forward. At the center of …