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Accused for corruption/ Berisha refuses the trial, sends the lawyers

Sali Berisha decided not to appear at the session at the GJKKO premises, at 14:00, where he was to be questioned regarding the privatization of the former “Partizani” complex, for which he is accused of passive corruption and money laundering. However, Berisha has sent his lawyers Genc Gjokutaj and Sokol …

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NBI, police in action to arrest notorious murderer in Elbasan

Numerous police forces assisted by agents of the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) have carried out an action this Tuesday morning, for the capture of the person wanted for a murder order, Suel Çela. Police forces landed at the agro-food market and at the latter’s house for checks.  It is …

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Police control at “Partizani” complex to seize the properties of Sali Berisha’s son in laws

The police have landed in the complex of buildings built by Jamarber Malltezi, the son-in-law of Sali Berisha, in the land where the “Partizani” complex used to be. ABC News journalist Ervin Leka reports that the Judicial Police and Economic Crime Officers went to the complex to execute the decision …

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Tirana, three arrested for dealing cannabis

Three people were arrested this Monday morning, during the coded police operation “Combination”. Kledi Avdiaj, Luan Çupi, Marjan Nikolli were handcuffed after selling cannabis in different areas of Kamza. During the search in the apartment of Marjan Nikolli, the police services found 3 kg and 100 grams of suspected narcotic …

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Two punished for fishing with electrical tools in Shkodra lake

Two people have been criminally prosecuted after they were caught fishing with tools that produce electric current in the lake of Shkodra. Checks were carried out in the village of Kamicë, where the two persons were fishing with mechanisms, which are prohibited due to the danger they pose. Following the …

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Ardi Veliu resigns as the leader of the Police Supervision Agency

Ardi Veliu has resigned from the leadership of the Police Supervision Agency (AMP). ABC News journalist Ervin Leka reports that a meeting was held at AMP, where Veliu announced his withdrawal from the position of leader. Veliu submitted his resignation to the Minister of the Interior, Taulant Balla, this Monday …

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Former P.M Berisha under investigation/ Bardhi: I support equality before the law

Gazment Bardhi has reacted for the first time after GJKKO assigned former Prime Minister Sali Berisha the security measure “Compulsion to appear”, regarding the privatization of the former sports complex, “Partizani”. In a press conference from the Assembly, Bardhi said that he supports equality before the law. Although for him, …

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Vlora girl abused by three people ended up in hospital’s reanimation

A 26-year-old girl, who was drugged and sexually abused by three people, is in intensive care at the Vlora hospital. The girl is in a stable but psychologically serious condition. She was found on the street by the police, who sent her to the hospital in serious condition. On their part, …

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Police forces arrive at Berisha’s villa after the court’s decision

The police have landed in Lalez, in the villa of Jamarber Malltez, the son-in-law of the former prime minister Sali Berisha. ABC News reporter Ervin Leka reports that the arrival of the representatives of the Directorate of Investigation and Economic Crime comes after the decision of the Special Court for …

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Tirana marathon, several roads blocked

This Sunday the Tirana Marathon takes place, which will host more than 4,000 participants not only from Albania, but also from foreign countries. In order to organize and run the largest sports activity that takes place in the country, the Municipality of Tirana, in cooperation with the State Police, has …

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‘Enemies of the State’: Concern in Albania, EU Over PM’s Criticism of Courts

In singling out judges and prosecutors for stinging personal criticism, Albania’s Edi Rama risks further eroding the democratic separation of powers, experts say. Original post Here

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‘Enemies of the State’: Concern in Albania, EU Over PM’s Criticism of Courts

In singling out judges and prosecutors for stinging personal criticism, Albania’s Edi Rama risks further eroding the democratic separation of powers, experts say. Original post Here

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Albania’s Headline-Grabbing AI ‘Minister’ is a Risky Innovation

Without legal frameworks and safeguards, the decision to appoint an AI entity as a ‘minister’ entrusted with sensitive tasks is ambitious – but fraught with danger. Original post Here

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“Pashaliman Deal: Albania’s Transactional Politics and Western Patronage”

From D’Alema to Tony Blair, Rama’s reliance on influential Western figures fuels controversy. TIRANA, Albania (Tirana Times, September 15,2025) — The Albanian government’s decision to hand over part of the Pashaliman naval base to an Italian developer under criminal investigation has widened into a broader debate about Prime Minister Edi …

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EU Countries Ban Albanian Farm Exports Amid Safety Scandal

TIRANA, Albania (Tirana Times, September 10, 2025 ) — Albania is grappling with an escalating food safety crisis as European Union member states including Croatia, Slovenia, Italy and Germany repeatedly block or destroy shipments of its agricultural products, citing dangerous levels of pesticides and heavy metals. The latest scandal unfolded …

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Saudi Literature in Albanian: Tirana Times Publishes Three New Titles Ahead of Saudi Cultural Week in Tirana

Tirana Times Staff Albania, September 15, 2025, Tirana Times .With the opening of the Saudi Cultural Week in Tirana tomorrow, Tirana Times Publishing House is marking the occasion with the release of three new translations of contemporary Saudi novels into Albanian. The titles—Critical Condition of Patient “K” by Aziz Muhamed, …

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In Albania, Christians and Muslims Unite to Protect Religious Heritage

In the Diber region in Albania’s north-east, Byzantine-era churches which have survived the ordeals of history are being protected by Christians, with a helping hand from their Muslim neighbours. Original post Here

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Monday Briefing from the Balkans: September 15, 2025

Catch up on the weekend’s most important developments with Balkan Insight’s digest of news from countries across the region. Original post Here

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Tirana’s Water Crisis Hits Diplomats

TIRANA, Albania (Tirana Times, September 14, 2025) — In a city where cranes rise daily and glass towers dominate the skyline, the most basic element of urban life — running water — is vanishing. For more than three months, the residence of the European Union ambassador in Tirana has received …

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Albania’s Demographic Collapse: A Silent National Emergency

By Tirana Times Albania is facing a demographic collapse of historic proportions. What was once described as a temporary “wave of migration” in the 1990s has hardened into a permanent, structural crisis that now threatens the very future of the nation. The data is stark, the trend undeniable, and the …

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‘Enemies of the State’: Concern in Albania, EU Over PM’s Criticism of Courts

In singling out judges and prosecutors for stinging personal criticism, Albania’s Edi Rama risks further eroding the democratic separation of powers, experts say. Original post Here

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‘Enemies of the State’: Concern in Albania, EU Over PM’s Criticism of Courts

In singling out judges and prosecutors for stinging personal criticism, Albania’s Edi Rama risks further eroding the democratic separation of powers, experts say. Original post Here

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Albania’s Headline-Grabbing AI ‘Minister’ is a Risky Innovation

Without legal frameworks and safeguards, the decision to appoint an AI entity as a ‘minister’ entrusted with sensitive tasks is ambitious – but fraught with danger. Original post Here

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“Pashaliman Deal: Albania’s Transactional Politics and Western Patronage”

From D’Alema to Tony Blair, Rama’s reliance on influential Western figures fuels controversy. TIRANA, Albania (Tirana Times, September 15,2025) — The Albanian government’s decision to hand over part of the Pashaliman naval base to an Italian developer under criminal investigation has widened into a broader debate about Prime Minister Edi …

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EU Countries Ban Albanian Farm Exports Amid Safety Scandal

TIRANA, Albania (Tirana Times, September 10, 2025 ) — Albania is grappling with an escalating food safety crisis as European Union member states including Croatia, Slovenia, Italy and Germany repeatedly block or destroy shipments of its agricultural products, citing dangerous levels of pesticides and heavy metals. The latest scandal unfolded …

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Saudi Literature in Albanian: Tirana Times Publishes Three New Titles Ahead of Saudi Cultural Week in Tirana

Tirana Times Staff Albania, September 15, 2025, Tirana Times .With the opening of the Saudi Cultural Week in Tirana tomorrow, Tirana Times Publishing House is marking the occasion with the release of three new translations of contemporary Saudi novels into Albanian. The titles—Critical Condition of Patient “K” by Aziz Muhamed, …

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In Albania, Christians and Muslims Unite to Protect Religious Heritage

In the Diber region in Albania’s north-east, Byzantine-era churches which have survived the ordeals of history are being protected by Christians, with a helping hand from their Muslim neighbours. Original post Here

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Monday Briefing from the Balkans: September 15, 2025

Catch up on the weekend’s most important developments with Balkan Insight’s digest of news from countries across the region. Original post Here

News

Tirana’s Water Crisis Hits Diplomats

TIRANA, Albania (Tirana Times, September 14, 2025) — In a city where cranes rise daily and glass towers dominate the skyline, the most basic element of urban life — running water — is vanishing. For more than three months, the residence of the European Union ambassador in Tirana has received …

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Albania’s Demographic Collapse: A Silent National Emergency

By Tirana Times Albania is facing a demographic collapse of historic proportions. What was once described as a temporary “wave of migration” in the 1990s has hardened into a permanent, structural crisis that now threatens the very future of the nation. The data is stark, the trend undeniable, and the …