Padel Stars Praise Tirana Atmosphere: “Albania Makes Us Feel at Home”
The atmosphere in the heart of Tirana for the “FIP Platinum Albania” tournament has captivated both Albanian fans and top international padel players. The event has showcased the capital’s hospitality, energy, and growing role in global sports. From Skanderbeg Square, where organizers have installed spectacular courts, international champions have shared …
Albanian Opera Choir to Perform in Albanian at International Festival in Italy
The choir of the National Theatre of Opera, Ballet and Folk Ensemble of Albania will perform in Albanian in Savigliano, in the Piedmont region of Italy. The performance will take place during the 36th International Choral Singing Festival “Sergio Chiarlo,” scheduled for 5–7 June 2026. The choir represents Albania at …
Vllaznia Women Crowned Albanian Champions After 2–0 Win Over Apolonia
Vllaznia won the 2025–2026 Albanian women’s football championship after defeating Apolonia 2–0 in the final at Selman Stërmasi Stadium. With this victory, Vllaznia secured their 13th consecutive league title. First, captain Megi Doçi broke the deadlock in the first half. She gave Vllaznia the lead after a tightly contested opening …
Osmani: Kosovo Must Move Forward in Close Partnership with the U.S. and the Democratic World
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:61aab30d-bbc5-43bf-88df-7f67972364c1-7″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:61aab30d-bbc5-43bf-88df-7f67972364c1-7″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-16″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> “Kosovo needs unity and a vision that strengthens the state both domestically and internationally,” said Vjosa Osmani, the LDK’s candidate for president, during the official opening of the election campaign of the Democratic League of Kosovo (LDK) for the June …
Education Minister Mirela Kumbaro Issues Guidelines for the State Matura Exams
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–header-height)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”3eac0545-5591-4961-ad2f-83dcbbd1493f” data-turn-id-container=”3eac0545-5591-4961-ad2f-83dcbbd1493f” data-testid=”conversation-turn-11″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> Education Minister Mirela Kumbaro presented the latest developments regarding the “After School” program and preparations for the State Matura exams, highlighting the organizational and disciplinary measures that will be implemented throughout the pre-university education system. *]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” …
Evangelical Brotherhood of Albania Reacts to Hormone Therapy for Transgender Individuals
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:61aab30d-bbc5-43bf-88df-7f67972364c1-1″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:61aab30d-bbc5-43bf-88df-7f67972364c1-1″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-4″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> The Evangelical Brotherhood of Albania (VUSH) has reacted to the decision to provide hormone therapy for transgender individuals through the country’s public healthcare system. In its statement, VUSH emphasized that family is at the center of its faith and biblical …
Deputy Minister Tomini Clarifies Hormone Therapy Guidelines: The Guidance Applies Only to Adults
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:61aab30d-bbc5-43bf-88df-7f67972364c1-2″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:61aab30d-bbc5-43bf-88df-7f67972364c1-2″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-6″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> Deputy Minister of Health and Social Protection Eugena Tomini issued a clarification this Friday regarding the guidelines on hormone treatment. According to her, the document is a clinical guidance tool and not a final therapeutic protocol. Tomini stated that the …
Muslim Community Representatives Oppose Health Ministry’s Hormone Therapy Guidelines
Albania’s Ministry of Health has approved a new guideline on hormone treatment for transgender individuals. In response, Ardit Hoxhllaku, the Mufti of Vlora, and Mirel Mazelli, imam of the Pogradec Mosque, have voiced their opposition to the initiative. According to them, the measure is wrong and contrary to the teachings …
322 Building Permits Issued in January–March, Up 25%; Project Value Reaches 20.4 Billion Lekë
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:61aab30d-bbc5-43bf-88df-7f67972364c1-8″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:61aab30d-bbc5-43bf-88df-7f67972364c1-8″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-18″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> Municipalities across Albania issued 322 building permits during the first quarter of this year. The figures indicate growth in the number of permits, construction area, and total project value compared to the same period last year. The value of approved …
Berisha Meets OSCE Parliamentary Assembly Vice President
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–header-height)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”b1cb4059-ca3b-4daf-91eb-8b8b77f556a3″ data-turn-id-container=”b1cb4059-ca3b-4daf-91eb-8b8b77f556a3″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-9″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> The leader of Albania’s Democratic Party, Sali Berisha, announced through a Facebook post that he held a meeting with Eugenio Zoffili, Vice President of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly and a member of the Italian Parliament. *]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” …
TIRANA, August 10 – Interior Minister Besfort Lamallari and State Police Director General Skënder Hita thanked around 300 police officers, firefighters and Armed Forces personnel involved in the Kruja wildfire operation. Lamallari praised their work in evacuating residents and managing the fire, which strong winds intensified. He said special forces, …
TIRANA, August 10 – Prime Minister Edi Rama expressed his gratitude and respect for Air Force pilots, firefighters, army special forces and police officers who protected residents during the wildfires in Kruja. In a social media post, Rama said the teams had overcome a difficult challenge. He said they had …
TIRANA, August 10 – Albania will experience mostly clear and hot weather on Monday, according to the Military Meteorological Service. Clouds will appear occasionally around midday and in the afternoon, mainly over mountainous areas in the south. Southeastern areas may see brief periods of denser clouds. The sky will clear …
TIRANA, August 10 – Albania’s Defence Ministry reported 8 wildfires across the counties of Tirana, Fier, Durrës and Lezha. Six remain active, while authorities have brought 2 under control or placed them under monitoring. A total of 227 personnel are working on the ground. Authorities have also requested 50 additional …
TIRANA, August 10 – Albin Kurti of the Self-Determination Movement (LVV) asked for more time for political talks on August 8. He did not nominate a candidate for parliament speaker. As a result, the constitutive session did not continue. Tensions rose after Time Kadriaj, an MP from the Alliance for …
TIRANA, August 10 – The Albanian Investment Development Agency (AIDA) has launched a national information and promotion campaign for small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs). AIDA is working with 10 municipalities and the Albanian Investment Corporation (AIC) on the campaign. The initiative will provide businesses with information on financing opportunities, exports, …
TIRANA, August 10 – Defence Minister Ermal Nufi visited the Farka Air Base today and met Air Force pilots involved in wildfire operations. The pilots have carried out aerial missions in several areas affected by fires in recent days. Nufi thanked the pilots for their work and commitment. He also …
TIRANA, August 10 – Gjirokastër continues to attract visitors from around the world with its history, architecture, landscape and cuisine. Tourists from the United States, France, Spain and Italy shared their impressions during visits to Gjirokastër Castle. An American tourist praised the castle’s rich history and age. She said the …
TIRANA, August 10 – Ukrainian MP Oleksiy Goncharenko has called President Volodymyr Zelensky’s statement on Kosova’s independence a diplomatic mistake. Goncharenko, who initiated a draft law on recognising Kosova in the Ukrainian parliament, reacted to Zelensky’s remarks in Belgrade. Zelensky said Ukraine had no plans to change its position on …
Experts say the government’s move to ditch a controversial concession contract to build Vlora International Airport, at significant cost to taxpayers, highlights structural weaknesses in Albania’s public-private partnership framework. Original post Here