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 …
Abolition of law of war with Greece/ PDIU introduce the draft resolution to the Assembly
The parliamentary group of the party Justice, Integration and Unity (PDIU) “Justice and Integration”, has requested that Albania and Greece start the initiative for the abrogation of the law of war between Greece and Albania, the law approved by the Greek state 84 years ago. According to the head of …
Ministry engages 30 army effectives and helicopter to manage Fire at Dropull
‘Cougar’ helicopter and 30 effectives of the Army were engaged to control the huge fire at Dropull and Finiq area. Minister of Defence, Niko Peleshi informed Tuesday that under the coordination of the National Agency of the Civil Protection they are working to manage the huge fire erupted in this …
The car of OSHEE’s chief engineer is set on fire in Durres, allegedly because of his duty
Two vehicles were burned during the night in the city of Durrës. It is known that one of the vehicles belongs to the chief engineer of OSHEE, Durrës, citizen Arben Alushi. “I have no conflicts with other people. I have no personal or family problems. I doubt that the event …
Srebrenica Genocide: Two Indictments, No Verdicts, Since Last Anniversary
Over the past year, the Bosnian state court has not issued any verdicts for the July 1995 Srebrenica genocide and the prosecution has filed only two indictments – figures that disturb victims’ families. Original post Here
Unfair Dismissal Cases Raise Concerns About Albanian Broadcaster’s Governance
Unusually large number of sackings at RTSH since a ruling party loyalist was appointed the new director last June prompts calls for a parliamentary investigation into the Albanian public broadcaster’s compliance with labour laws. Original post Here
Rama in the NATO Summit in Washington with Minister Hasani
Prime Minister Edi Rama will be present at the NATO Summit in Washington, which will take place on July 9 and 10. Also participating in the NATO Summit, as a member of the delegation headed by Prime Minister Rama, will be the Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Igli Hasani. …
Vangjel Tavo, SP candidate in Himara
The Socialist Party has formalized its candidacy for the August 4 partial elections in Himare. The candidate for the pink seat will be Vangjel Tavo. A few days ago, the country’s president, Bajram Begaj, set August 4 for holding elections in Himara. Citizens in Himara will turn to the ballot …
Eight arrested in Tirana for violence
Eight people have been arrested by the Tirana police for various criminal offences. A 43-year-old man was arrested after he allegedly punched his subordinate because of his duty. Another was arrested after he allegedly assaulted his wife and threatened her. A 25-year-old man was arrested after violating the “House Arrest” …
TIRANA, April 27 – Spring has increased visitor numbers at Viroi Park in Gjirokastër. Camper travellers now stop there during trips in southern Albania. The park offers a quiet setting, clean air, and open space. It attracts visitors who seek nature and calm conditions. Meanwhile, Jolanda and Frans Koopman from …
TIRANA, April 27 – Kosovo’s parliament approved the draft law ratifying an agreement with Albania for the Mediterranean Games “Prishtina 2030”. Lawmakers voted 93 in favour, with no votes against and no abstentions. The agreement formalises cooperation between the two countries for the organisation of the Games. Opposition parties, including …
TIRANA, April 27 – Justice institutions signed an agreement to standardise statistics across the justice system. The Ministry of Justice, judicial and prosecutorial bodies, the Prosecutor General’s Office, the High Inspectorate of Justice, and the School of Magistrates took part. The EU Delegation in Albania attended the signing. Justice Minister …
TIRANA, April 27 – Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Fatmir Guri described the cooperation protocol with Germany as an important and concrete step for aligning Albanian agriculture with European Union standards. He said the timing of the agreement matches Albania’s progress in the EU integration process. He also …
TIRANA, April 27 – The government and the parliamentary group of the Socialist Party held their expanded end-of-month meeting. Prime Minister Edi Rama chaired the meeting, which also included members of the cabinet. PM Rama said the discussion focused on communication with party structures under the framework of “Affairs of …
Deputy Speaker of Parliament Agron Gjekmarkaj meets Italian MP Giulio Cesare Sottanelli in the Parliament building. Sottanelli represents the “Azione” party. Gjekmarkaj thanks Italy for its long-standing support to Albania. He highlights Italy as a key and stable partner. He also praises the role of the Italian government, the Chamber …
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha meets Izet Mexhiti, leader of the Democratic Movement and mayor of Çair. Mexhiti thanks Hoxha for the invitation. He stresses shared responsibility among Albanian leaders to strengthen ties between Albanians. He says Albanians in North Macedonia are an inseparable part of the …
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha holds a joint press conference with Izet Mexhiti, leader of the Democratic Movement and mayor of Çair. Hoxha responds to media questions about claims of internal communication regarding Albanians in North Macedonia. He says recent debates are already over. He adds that …
The former head of the National Bureau of Investigation, Aida Hajnaj, has been appointed as the head of the Information Technology Department in the State Police. Sources indicate that the decision for her appointment was made by the Minister of Interior, Besfort Lamallari. According to the law on the State …
With 93 votes in favor, none against, and no abstentions, the Assembly of Kosovo approved the ratification of the Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Kosovo and the Council of Ministers of the Republic of Albania for the Mediterranean Games Prishtina 2030. The Minister of Sports, Blerim Gashani, …