Operation by SPAK, a businessman arrested in Shkodra
Abc News learns that the businessman from Velipoja, Mir Bruli, was arrested during the SPAK operation. Initially, there are suspicions that the Shkodran businessman is involved in various criminal activities. Mir Bruli is the owner of several hotel businesses in the Velipoja area. He is known as a relative of …
Durrës/ Aleks Marku is sentenced to prison for holding two children hostage
40-year-old Aleks Marku was sentenced to prison. Aleks Marku is charged with three criminal offences, possession of weapons without a permit, disruption of public peace and destruction of property. The 40-year-old was arrested after the intervention of the RENEA forces, after holding two minor children hostage in an apartment in …
Rapid Intervention Force, RENEA and Police action in several cities, control at the house of Vis Martinaj’s rivals
The forces RENEA, FNSH and Operationalja during the early hours of Friday morning are carrying out a massive action, which is spread in Tirana, Vlora, Lezhë, Durrës, Fushë Krujë, Nikël and Kurbin. ABC News reporter, Ervin Leka, reports that checks were also made at the residence of the father of …
SPAK issues over 40 arrest warrants
ABC News learns new details about the massive national action taken by the State Police, FNSH, RENEA and the Operational Forces. ABC News journalist Ermal Vija reports that over 40 arrest warrants have been issued by SPAK in several cities of the country, including Tirana, Lezha, Vlora and Durrës. It …
Arrest warrant from SPAK/ Former MP Arben Ndoka, Indrit Dokle and Plaurent Dervishi declared wanted
SPAK has issued more than 43 arrest warrants. Journalist Ermal Vija told ABC News that an arrest warrant has been issued for Indrit Dokle, Plaurent Dervish and former SP deputy Arben Ndoka. An arrest warrant has also been issued for the grandson of the former socialist MP, Arben Ndoka, Xhevi …
A lost geopolitical case
by Veton Surroi In the race between convention and geopolitics, Europe chose neither. It has shown that it can simultaneously talk about global challenges in Ukraine, Gaza, US-China relations, artificial intelligence and the like, and not act geopolitically with a much smaller but still important gesture, such as membership would …
Prisoner of 41-biss regime launch hunger strike
The prisoners of 41-biss regime in Peqin, started a hunger strike. They made a list of requests for the Prison Directorate to improve their conditions or they will not give up on strike. Journalist Ermal Vija told “ABC News” that Anterio Kaloshi is one of the convicted persons who participated …
Rama notifies meeting with Albanian immigrants in Italy
The Prime Minister of Albania, Edi Rama continues his tour of meetings with the Albanian diaspora. After Greece, the next meeting of the head of government is with the Albanians in Italy. With a post on Facebook, Rama writes that the meeting will be held on May 26 in Milan. …
Summit in Montenegro/Rama: We are ready to become part of the European market
Prime Minister Edi Rama, in his speech held at the EU-Western Balkans Summit, spoke about the positive progress of the new economic growth plan and the next steps for its implementation. Rama emphasized that it is now time for the region to become part of the EU, while underlining that …
Rama in Montenegro, EU: We want to see ourselves as member states
The Prime Minister of Albania, Edi Rama, in his speech at the EU-Western Balkans Summit, which is being held in Montenegro, said that the region should cooperate in several areas. ” We must make our participation in the security policy more significant. We need to be part of the instruments …
Inspektori i Lartë i Drejtësisë Artur Metani held an official visit in the United States. First, he visited the Department of Justice through the OPDAT program. He met senior officials from U.S. justice institutions. Next, he held talks with OPDAT Deputy Director George Huber and Regional Director Pragna Soni. He …
Prime Minister Edi Rama shared images of the Kukës Bridge over the Drin River. The bridge is a major urban infrastructure project on the Rruga e Kombit. The structure connects both sides of the lake with the main national road. It replaces the old bridge and improves traffic flow in …
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha attended the 5th Antalya Diplomacy Forum (17–18 April 2026). He called diplomacy the strongest tool in times of crisis. He said diplomacy promotes dialogue and builds trust. It also advances peace and stability. Hoxha held multiple bilateral meetings with EU partners. He …
Prime Minister Edi Rama presented the “Porta e Alpeve” project on the “FLASIM” podcast. First, he announced a €100 million investment plan. The project is co-financed with the European Investment Bank. Next, he said the project supports mountain tourism in northern Albania. It aims to strengthen the “Mountain Package” development …
Finance Minister Petrit Malaj attended the launch meeting of the Southeast Europe Technical Assistance Center (SEETAC) in Washington. The initiative aims to strengthen institutional capacity in Southeast Europe. It also supports the design and implementation of economic and financial policies. Malaj said Albania’s participation in SEETAC strengthens technical cooperation. He …
President Bajram Begaj met Turkish Chief of General Staff Selçuk Bayraktaroğlu in Tirana on Saturday. They highlighted strong NATO alliance ties. They reaffirmed the strategic partnership between Albania and Turkey. They described political, economic, and defense relations as excellent. Begaj praised defense cooperation. He said collaboration remains consolidated and at …
Prime Minister Edi Rama arrived in Abu Dhabi on an official visit. He expressed solidarity with the United Arab Emirates and President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The visit comes during a tense period in the Arab Gulf. Rama said regional partners will emerge stronger after current challenges and tensions. …
The Muse-X festival ended today in Tirana after three days of events at Piramida e Tiranës. The platform brought together hundreds of companies and professionals from over 24 countries. It created a space for ideas, talent, and creative opportunities. The program featured music battles, film screenings, and premieres. It also …
Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Blendi Gonxhja announced new cultural heritage decisions. First, the Council of Ministers approved several new “Immovable Cultural Heritage” sites. Next, it declared the Urban Architectural Ensemble in Delvinë as protected heritage. The decision aims to preserve the city’s historical identity. Then, authorities listed the …
Prime Minister Edi Rama announced on social media that he is visiting Abu Dhabi. He said the trip aims to express brotherly solidarity with the United Arab Emirates and President Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed. Furthermore, the visit comes at a tense time for the Gulf region. Rama also reaffirmed Albania’s …