PM Rama: Freedom is not a matter of exchange
TIRANA, August 13 – Prime Minister Edi Rama commented on reactions in Tirana and Prishtina to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s statement in Belgrade. Zelensky said Ukraine had not changed its position and would not recognise Kosova. Rama said freedom is not a matter of exchange. He stressed that supporting Ukraine …
Albania Gambles on Re-Legalising ‘Dangerous’ Online Sports Betting
The government is preparing to bring back online sports betting, seven years after a widespread gambling clampdown. But mental health experts warn that Albania is ill-equipped to deal with a rise in gambling addiction. Original post Here
Fire situation improves in Priska, Tirana
TIRANA, August 13 – The fire situation in Priska has improved after firefighters and 2 helicopters worked to contain 3 fires that started on Wednesday evening. The fires emerged in Daias village, between Lundra and Priska. Ground and aerial operations helped stop the flames from spreading. Authorities continue to monitor …
President Begaj urges caution over fires, thanks firefighters
TIRANA, August 13 – President Bajram Begaj urged citizens to remain cautious as high temperatures increase the risk of fires. He also expressed solidarity with firefighters and others fighting the flames. Begaj said firefighters, Armed Forces personnel and others fighting fires deserve public gratitude. He praised their courage and sacrifice …
Hot weather continues with light rain
TIRANA, August 13 – Albania will experience relatively stable atmospheric conditions on Thursday, according to the Military Meteorological Service. The weather will remain mostly clear, with moderate cloud cover at times. Clouds will become denser over mountainous areas around midday and during the afternoon, mainly in the east and southeast. …
Orikum combines seaside holidays with ancient heritage
TIRANA, August 13 – Orikum, 15 km from Vlora, is one of Albania’s attractive coastal destinations. Its natural scenery, sea and history create a distinctive landscape. Crystal-clear waters, natural resources and historical heritage attract domestic and foreign tourists during August. Many visitors choose the area each year to enjoy its …
Armed Forces support firefighting operation in Kruja
TIRANA, August 13 – The Armed Forces are supporting firefighting operations in Abaze neighbourhood in Kruja. Their teams are helping protect residents and property. Defence Minister Ermal Nufi said the personnel are working with other emergency structures to contain the flames. He said the Armed Forces remain ready to support …
A Quarter Century Since Ohrid: The Agreement That Gave North Macedonia Its Future
by Ferit Hoxha, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs of Albania Tirana Times, August 12, 2026 – There are moments in history when a country’s future is shaped by a single document. Such agreements are rare, but their impact can endure for generations. The Ohrid Framework Agreement is one such example. …
Archbishop Joani attends Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew’s 65th anniversary in Imbros
TIRANA, August 12 — Archbishop Joani of Tirana, Durrës and All Albania is in Imbros for the celebration of the 65th anniversary of Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew’s entry into the clergy. Patriarch Theodore II of Alexandria and All Africa is also attending the celebration. Joani and Theodore II accompanied Bartholomew to …
Customs revenue rises 3.7% in 7 months
TIRANA, August 12 – Customs revenue reached ALL 142 billion in the first 7 months of 2026. The figure marks a ALL 5.1 billion increase from the same period in 2025. The increase represents 3.7% growth. General Director of Customs Besmir Beja provided the figures today. He said the Customs …
Thousands of people joined student-led protests in Tirana at the weekend to demand the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama, as clashes with police resulted in more injuries and arrests. Original post Here
Kosovo kickboxers Nart Kastrati and Art Dulaj won two medals at the WAKO Kickboxing World Cup, held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, from October 13 to 18. Kastrati claimed silver in the under-81kg category after reaching the final, while Dulaj secured bronze in the under-67kg division. According to the Kosovo Kickboxing Federation, …
Marine tourism and the potential of sailing marinas to boost Albania’s economy took centre stage at the Balkan Blue Economy Summit, held at Marina Orikum as part of the “Balkans Sea Fair.” Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja said marine tourism could attract more investment, improve service quality and …
Egnatia beat Vllaznia 3-1 on Sunday to strengthen their title challenge and move within one point of league leaders Teuta. The hosts took control early in Rrogozhina. Alessandro Albanese opened the scoring in the ninth minute, while Danjel Adjessa doubled Egnatia’s lead in the 41st minute to give the home …
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Kosovo and Greece were among the main contributors to Albania’s export growth in September 2026, while the European Union retained its dominant position in the country’s foreign trade, accounting for 54.6% of total trade. According to foreign trade data, Albanian exports to Kosovo rose by 22.5% in September compared with …
Albanian karate athlete Neevis Hasani has won a bronze medal at the World Karate Championships in Bielsko-Biała, Poland, Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja announced. Hasani finished third in the junior under-55kg category, securing a place among the competition’s top three athletes. He reached the podium after a series …
Albanian weightlifter Ertjan Kofsha has won European gold in the snatch event and silver in the overall total, the Albanian Weightlifting Federation announced. In a social media post, the federation praised Kofsha’s performance and described his medals as another important achievement for Albanian weightlifting. The competition took place in Durrës, …
Albanian distance runner Luiza Gega returned to international athletics competition with a victory on Sunday, October 18, winning the 21km race at the Balkan Championships in Apatin, Serbia. Her two-year absence from international athletics competitions did not affect her form. The athlete, who represents K.S. Tirana, claimed first place in …
On International Intangible Cultural Heritage Day, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Blendi Gonxhja paid tribute to the bearers of Albanian traditions who preserve and pass the country’s cultural heritage from one generation to the next. Gonxhja highlighted the importance of protecting this living heritage, including iso-polyphony, songs accompanied by …