Meta summoned by SPAK on CEZ-DIA affair
Chairman of the Freedom Party, Ilir Meta appeared this Wednesday at the doors of the Special Prosecutor’s Office against Corruption and Organized Crime. Asked by journalists what he was summoned, Meta briefly said that he was summoned for a “telenovela that has been tried a couple of times”, referring to …
Latest update on bad weather situation
Bad weather has engulfed the entire territory of Albania this Wednesday. In an announcement, the Ministry of Defense revealed the most problematic areas as a result of heavy rains. “The return of intense rainfall in a large part of the country’s territory has created several problems. The forces are working …
EC’s annual report on Albania’s integration progress published
European Commission has published the annual report on EU enlargement policies 2023 for Albania, which will be presented by the Commission to the European Parliament, the Council, the European Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions. In the report, it is estimated that in terms of political …
Cars crash on Elbasan-Peqin road, no victims
A car accident was registered on the Elbasan-Peqin road segment this Wednesday morning. Two vehicles collided in the village of Vidhas. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, but there was only material damage. Cause of the accident is suspected to be speed and loss of control, also influenced by the moisture …
Heavy raining caused problems in Lezha
District of Lezha has been affected by rain of medium intensity during the night hours until the morning of this Wednesday. According to the data of the Military Meteorological Service, Gjadër and the Regional Directorate of Irrigation and Drainage have received an average of 36 mm of rain. Problems are …
Meta summoned at SPAK
The chairman of the Freedom Party, Ilir Meta, appears at the Special Prosecutor’s Office (SPAK). ABC News journalist Ermal Vija reports that the head of the Freedom Party was presented this Wednesday in connection with the “CEZ-DIA” file. Journalist Vija underlined that Meta appeared at SPAK alone, without a defense …
Migration Management – a weight too Big for the EU but not for Albania
How it is that such a burden comes to Albania’s poor shores will be an outstanding mystery loaded with doubt and resentment. The absurd and dystopian reality of migration detention centres are the topic of an interesting and haunting Netflix series called ‘Stateless’ which explores the cruelties of the migration …
Editorial: A risky charade: Albanian PM’s deal with Italy to host EU’s irregular migrants is wrong and impractical
The controversial deal between the Albanian PM and Italian counterpart is wrong and risky for Albania as well as impractical for Italy. TIRANA TIMES EDITORIAL Eureka! At a stroke of a pen, the problem of irregular migration to the EU through Italy from Africa and the Middle East appears solved. …
Rama; Over 36,000 families benefited baby bonuses since January 1, 2023
Over 36,000 families have benefited from the bonus for newborns Since January 1, 2023 declared Tuesday Prime Minister Edi Rama through a post on social networks. In his statement, PM Rama emphasized that the government will continue to finance the Baby Bonus Program, with a fund of 2.2 billion ALL, …
Vlora man arrested for dealing cannabis
A 44-year-old man was put in handcuffs this Tuesday in Vlora in the framework of the police mega-operation coded “Temple”. This citizen was spotted selling cannabis near schools in the city. During the control of the 44-year-old, the Police found cannabis, divided into about 500 doses, ready for sale, which …
Instead of stimulating investment in agriculture or energy, critics say a 2015 ‘special law’ on strategic investment in Albania has simply made it easier and more profitable for certain privileged businesspeople to build luxury villas on the coast. Original post Here
Halfway into a 12-month ban on TikTok in Albania, anecdotal evidence suggests the prohibition is being widely flouted while the government remains silent on promised filters to weed out ‘undesirable’ content. Original post Here
Our selection of Premium stories this week looks at the challenges facing the region as the summer season winds down and business-as-usual resumes. Original post Here
Court again bans MPs from forming institutions deriving from the February elections while it considers a complaint about the failure to elect a deputy speaker from the Serb community, as guaranteed in the constitution. Original post Here
On the eve of Saudi Arabia’s Cultural Week, which will take place in Tirana from September 16–20 at the Palace of Congresses, the Ambassador of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques to the Republic of Albania, Mr. Faisal bin Ghazi Hafzi, through a press statement, praised this event as …
When Denisa Kasa returned from abroad and saw the state of Albania’s filthy waterways, she was shocked. Now she has formed an independent collective of young people dedicated to the ‘dream of clean rivers’. Original post Here
Tirana will soon open its doors to the sights, sounds, and flavors of Arabia. From 16 to 20 September 2025, the Palace of Congresses will transform into a vibrant stage for Saudi Cultural Week, a five-day celebration of art, heritage, and creativity hosted by the Saudi Ministry of Culture. The festival promises to be more …
Albania’s hosting of an exiled Iranian opposition group was never likely to be easy. Now it’s under criminal investigation. Original post Here
Our selection of Balkan Insight Premium stories this week sheds light on police brutality, hidden influence, strained bilateral relations and other turbulent issues across the region. Original post Here
The city of Durres on Albania’s Adriatic coast boasts a fine selection of Roman-era mosaics. But due to a lack of initiative by the local authorities, progress has been slow to preserve them and make them available for the public to view. Original post Here