Veliaj meets with the mayor of Athens Haris Doukas
The mayor of Tirana met Haris Doukas, the mayor of Athens, at the start of the B40 panel. He said that the two capitals will continue to nurture an excellent relationship between them. Veliaj writes on Facebook: “With Haris Doukas, Mayor of Athens, before the launch of the B40 panel”. …
Court releases the four protesters arrested after protest at Tirana Municipality
The Tirana court has released the four people arrested after the protest of Reestablishment and the Freedom Party in front of the Tirana City Hall at noon on April 19. ABC News journalist, Ervin Leka reports that the court has set for the four people, the security measure “obligation to …
Drunk and without a license, 28 arrested in one week
28 drivers have been arrested while 32 driving licenses have been suspended during the last week for violating traffic rules. As a result, 28 drivers were arrested, 19 of them for driving while intoxicated and 9 for driving without a license. The police also say that 32 driving licenses have …
Former MP, Ralf Gjoni in SPAK to testify for Meta
The former deputy of the Socialist Movement for Integration, Ralf Gjoni, was questioned on Monday for about 4 hours by the Special Prosecutor’s Office. Previously, Ralf Gjoni held the position of secretary for foreign relations in LSI, as well as being part of Ilir Mete’s staff when the latter held …
Two arrested for distribution of drugs in Saranda
The police in Saranda have arrested two people as part of operations “Strike 11” and “Strike 12” for the crackdown on illegal possession of weapons and the distribution of narcotics. During the “Strike 11” operation, in Saranda, a 35-year-old man with a criminal record in the field of narcotics was …
16 drivers arrested in a week, over 12 thousand fines for various violations
The Traffic Police in Tirana has published the balance sheet of a week, in relation to the administrative measures and arrestimey made in the context of road traffic violations. From April 14-20, the police arrested 16 people for several violations, where: 6 people arrested in the act for drunk driving, …
Violent protest in front of the City Hall, a 53-year-old man is arrested
A 53-year-old man was detained by the Blues, after he assaulted the police officers, during the protest in front of the Tirana City Hall. “Following the investigative actions carried out in relation to the violent acts during the protest of 19.04.2024, in front of the Tirana Municipality, a 53-year-old citizen, …
It was built with false documents, the Prosecutor’s Office of Tirana seizes the 2-story villa in Petrela
The Prosecutor’s Office of Tirana has seized another 2-story villa in the Petrela area as it is suspected that it was built on the basis of some forged documents. The villa with a land area of 660 m2 is said to be owned by Xhevdet Çelik. According to the Tirana …
Protest in front of the Tirana municipality, EU delegation: We condemn the violence!
Regarding the protest held in front of the premises of the Tirana Municipality, the EU delegation also reacted. In the reaction on the X platform, the EU delegation states that it condemns the violence, also underlines that such acts have no place in a democratic society and have nothing to …
Vetting “burns” Agron Zhukri
The Independent Qualification Commission dismissed the Tirana judge, Agron Zhukri. Agron Zhukri is the judge who gave the seal of the Democratic Party to Sali Berisha. According to KPK, Zhukri has resulted in problems in the wealth criterion. “Zhukri has undergone the verification process regarding the property. According to the …
Prime Minister Edi Rama gave former New York City mayor Eric Adams an Albanian ID card and passport in Tirana. The ceremony took place during the fourth Albanian Diaspora Summit gala evening. Rama said no one expected the former New York mayor to become a citizen of Tirana and Albania. …
Organizers presented the “Jusuf Vrioni” translation awards during the fourth Albanian Diaspora Summit gala in Tirana. The Publishing Center for the Diaspora launched the competition for young translators from the diaspora. Education Minister Mirela Kumbaro announced the winners. They will receive contracts with the Publishing Center for the Diaspora. They …
Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha met Kosovo Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Glauk Konjufca in Tirana during the fourth Albanian Diaspora Summit. Both leaders emphasized stronger cooperation between Albania and Kosovo. They highlighted the Albanian diaspora as a key asset for national development. Hoxha said the diaspora connects the nation …
Albania marks 105 years since the birth of actor Pandi Raidhi. He remains one of the most beloved figures of Albanian theatre and cinema. He died in Tirana in 1999. Raidhi co-founded the Professional Estrada of Korça. He also helped establish the “Andon Zako Çajupi” Theatre. He made his film …
Minister of State for Local Government Ervin Demo said the diaspora can become a key driver of change in Albania through investment. He made the statement during the fourth Albanian Diaspora Summit in Tirana. Demo said authorities should not view relations with the diaspora only through remittances. He said the …
On April 14, 1966, archaeologists discovered one of Albania’s most valuable cultural heritage sites, the Durrës Amphitheatre. The amphitheatre stands as a living testimony to the ancient glory of the city. Builders constructed it in the 2nd century AD during the reign of Roman Emperor Trajan, when Durrës served as …
Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Blendi Gonxhja highlighted the exhibition “Sociological Record” at the Marubi Museum in Shkodër. He described it as a unique opportunity for visitors who enjoy stories behind photographs and historical visual journeys. The exhibition presents hidden worlds inside homes, faces, and memories from Albania in …
The Roman Forum in Butrint National Park will join the tourist itinerary for the first time. The Butrint Management Foundation will start work on a new conservation project. The project will organize the area, cover excavations with sterile soil, and preserve the remains of the Roman Forum. Dense vegetation currently …
The documentary “Besa – a word of honor” aired on Israeli public television Makan on International Holocaust Remembrance Day. The film tells the story of the Albanian code of honor known as “Besa.” It highlights how Albanians protected at least 2,000 Jews during World War II. The documentary follows a …
Prime Minister Edi Rama spoke this Tuesday at the Diaspora Summit, where he highlighted Albania’s transformation in recent years, particularly in the areas of justice reform and tourism. Speaking on the second day of the summit, Rama emphasized the role of the Albanian diaspora, describing it as a key part …