A 41 year old arrested for stabbing one person in Saranda
The 41-year-old man, who stabbed a person yesterday, was arrested this Thursday in Saranda. According to the police information, it is suspected that on 11.07.2024, around 03:40, in neighborhood no. 1, in a parking lot, after a momentary conflict, for weak motives, the 41-year-old man injured another person with a …
Linda Rama’s daughter sues Berisha for Defamation
Rea Xhillari, the daughter of the wife of Prime Minister, Edi Rama made Wednesday a criminal proceeding against the historical leader of Democratic Party, Sali Berisha and six other democrat MPs, Luan Baçi, Flamur Noka, Tritan Shehu, Albana Vokshi, Edi Paloka an Edmond Spaho for defamation. In November last year, …
Representatives of American justice meeting at the Supreme Court
A delegation of judges and prosecutors from the United States of America, which has been in Tirana for several days, held a meeting in the premises of the Supreme Court. In the announcement published by the press office of the Supreme Court, it is stated that the talks were focused …
Long Internal ‘War’ Leaves Albania’s Opposition Democratic Party Wounded
A recent court ruling confirmed ex-premier Sali Berisha as leader of the opposition party. But with Berisha under investigation for graft and the party in disarray, its path back to power in the 2025 elections looks difficult. Original post Here
Xhelal Rraja is arrested, part of a criminal group
Xhelal Rraja was arrested this Wednesday following the “Revanshi” operation. According to SPAK Xhelal Rraja was part of the groups of Durim Bami and Endrit Dokles who tried to kill Arben Ndoka. SPAK’s investigations show that Arben Ndoka was scheduled to be executed in January 2021, “when he went for …
American prosecutors and judges meeting with the head of SPAK, Altin Dumani
American prosecutors and judges have visited SPAK, where they also met with the head of SPAK Altin Dumani. In this meeting, the ongoing efforts to strengthen the independence of the judiciary and the rule of law were discussed. It is also emphasized that the United States supports SPAK and other …
“Gerdeci”, begins the hearing session against the former Minister of Defense Fatmir Mediu
The judicial process against the former Minister of Defense, Fatmir Mediu, has started in the Special Court. It is learned that this Wednesday five experts were called to provide clarifications on the act of economic and financial expertise. The invited experts are Bexhed Zeqiri, Ymer Stafa, Rasim Metallari, Latif Çela …
The mayor of Lezha in SPAK: I am under investigation for abuse of duty
The head of the municipality of Lezha, Pjerin Ndreu, presented himself this Wednesday at SPAK. After leaving SPAK, Ndreu gave a short communication to the media. He stated that his appearance in SPAK has nothing to do with corruption, but is simply a political report from the DP. “Zero procedural …
Delta Force Revisited: Albania’s Wild River Estuary Needs Saving from Bulldozers
The struggle to preserve the Vjosa Delta from government-backed ‘development’ is not just an Albanian issue, but part of a global effort to preserve the continent’s remaining wild places. Original post Here
File “5D”, assets seized/ Two companies, apartments and shares of a commercial company
After investigations into the “5D” file, the Special Prosecutor’s Office seized two companies, some land, apartments and some shares of a commercial company. The prosecution has doubts that these assets were obtained through corruption and tenders, which were organized in violation of the law by former officials of the Municipality …
TIRANA, April 24 – European Union Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos said Albania ranks among the leading countries in the EU accession process. Speaking in an interview with Klan News, she pointed to recent progress and said authorities could soon meet interim benchmarks on rule of law. She added that this …
Albania and Germany concluded Development Cooperation negotiations. They signed a new Cooperation Protocol for 2026–2028. This marks a key step in strengthening their long-term partnership. Eridana Çano, Director General of SASPAC, signed the protocol. Heike Backofen-Warnecke, representative of Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), also signed it. …
Prime Minister Edi Rama met Matthew Whitaker today in Tirana. Rama said they discussed the close ties between the two countries. He stressed the strategic partnership. He highlighted strong diplomatic and military relations. He said both sides see their strengthening as a shared priority. They also discussed the upcoming NATO …
Marta Kos said Albania ranks among the leading countries in the EU integration process. In an interview with Klan News, she spoke about Albania’s progress. She said the EU may approve interim rule of law benchmarks in May. Then the process of closing chapters can begin. She praised Albania’s progress. …
Ferit Hoxha met Marta Kos at the Delphi Economic Forum. They discussed Albania’s EU integration process. Hoxha said the EU membership process never stops. It requires constant work and energy. He stressed the role of both Albania and its partners. He said they discussed key issues for steady progress. They …
Our selection of Balkan Insight Premium stories this week tells a story of political change in key countries in the region, but associated uncertainty about future political directions. Original post Here
The General Directorate of Archives (DPA) organized a special exhibition in Tirana to mark World Book and Copyright Day. The event showcased rare diaries and original manuscripts of prominent Albanian figures for the first time. The exhibition took place in the cultural space “Auditor” and brought together officials, writers, critics, …
TIRANA, April 24 – Businesses in Albania have 37 days left to meet legal requirements for cashless payments through POS terminals in selected sectors. The obligation applies to accommodation services, transport operators, and public institutions. The deadline for tourism and transport businesses is set for 30 May 2026. Separate provisions …
TIRANA, April 24 – Albania’s Financial Supervisory Authority held talks with the European Investment Bank on developing a national green investment guide and strengthening sustainable finance standards. The meeting brought together experts from the European Investment Bank, led by Alessandro de Concini, the institution’s representative in Albania. Discussions focused on …
TIRANA, April 24 – Dinamo City have qualified for the Albanian Cup final after defeating Vllaznia 1–0 at the “Loro Boriçi” stadium in Shkodër. The result followed a tightly contested semi-final second leg, where both sides created early chances but failed to convert in the first half. The first leg …