Protests in Albania: Security Measures Imposed on Detainees, 21 Minors Placed Under Family Supervision
As protests continue across Albania, precautionary measures have been imposed on individuals involved in cases related to the demonstrations. Under the measures imposed, 21 minors will be placed under the supervision of their family members, while three other minors have been ordered to report regularly to the authorities. For the …
Reuters Covers the Fifth Day of Protests in Tirana
These are the photographs published by the Reuters news agency documenting the fifth day of protests in Tirana. Reuters reports that Albanian police used suspected rubber bullets against demonstrators in Tirana during the fifth day of protests calling for the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. “Reuters journalists found rubber …
European Commission Condemns Violence During Protests in Albania, Calls for Proportionate Response
The European Commission has responded to the ongoing protests in Albania, condemning acts of violence in Tirana and other cities across the country, including arson, attacks on state institutions and the destruction of public and private property. In its statement, the Commission stressed that violence has no place in a …
Ministry of Infrastructure Catches Fire Amid Tensions in Tirana
The building of Albania’s Ministry of Infrastructure has caught fire following tensions during protests in Tirana. The incident comes after violent clashes between protesters and police forces, involving the throwing of Molotov cocktails and the use of tear gas in several areas of the capital. The situation remains tense, while …
Ali Ahmeti Reacts to Protests in Tirana: No Form of Violence Can Be the Answer to a Crisis
The leader of the Democratic Union for Integration (DUI), Ali Ahmeti, has reacted to the violent protests in Tirana, condemning the use of violence and calling on both protesters and state institutions to avoid further escalation. In a statement, Ahmeti stressed that clashes and the destruction of property cannot bring …
Evangelical Brotherhood of Albania Responds to Protests: We Condemn Violence Against Institutions and the Disproportionate Use of Police Force
The Evangelical Brotherhood of Albania has responded to the protests of recent days in the country, expressing support for citizens’ right to protest and freedom of expression, while condemning all forms of violence. In a statement, the Evangelical Brotherhood condemned both the violence carried out by protesters against institutions and …
A Bulgarian young anthropologist, cook, and researcher
Tirana Times, October 17, 2026 – Vera Prokopieva is a nutrition scientist from Bulgaria who has studied food from three angles: as an anthropologist, as a cook in Copenhagen kitchens, and as a researcher at Stanford, working on clinical trials of food as medicine and on how fermented foods shape the gut …
Justice Minister reacts after fire at Supreme Court: Setting fire to a court does not target the government, but citizens’ right to justice
Justice Minister Toni Gogu has reacted following an incident in which flames reached the Supreme Court, while reports indicated that the entrance to the Bank of Albania was also damaged. “Two independent institutions. Neither is a government office. Both serve the country and its citizens,” Gogu stressed. The minister condemned …
Archbishop Peragine reacts to protests: Albania does not deserve to relive the wounds of its past
The Archbishop of Shkodër-Pult, Monsignor Giovanni Peragine, has reacted to the protests that have taken place in Albania in recent days, stressing that the country does not deserve to relive the painful wounds of its past. In a statement, he called on the authorities to listen to citizens, open the …
Konjufca: Serbia’s Territorial Ambitions Pose a Serious Threat to Kosovo and Regional Stability
Kosovo’s First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Glauk Konjufca, said that Serbia’s territorial ambitions pose a serious threat to Kosovo’s sovereignty and regional stability. In an interview with Hungary Insider, Konjufca said that Serbia’s territorial ambitions must be understood through the connection between its political rhetoric and …
The European Commission has condemned violent incidents in Tirana and other Albanian cities, stressing that freedom of assembly and expression are fundamental rights that must be exercised peacefully. In a statement on Sunday, the Commission denounced arson, attacks on state institutions and damage to public and private property. It also …
The Muslim Community of Albania has called on all sides to preserve peace, show restraint and resolve differences through dialogue amid ongoing protests across the country. In a statement on Sunday, the community warned that tensions could threaten public safety and social cohesion. At the same time, it reaffirmed citizens’ …
Skënderbeu claimed their first win of the Albanian Superliga season on Sunday, beating Elbasan 2-1 in the seventh round. Meanwhile, media reports say Elbasan coach Ivan Gvozdenović has resigned following the defeat. Under coach Julian Ahmataj, the Korçë side overturned an early deficit thanks to Bismark, who scored twice to …
Nufi Condemns Attack on Socialist Party Headquarters as Protesters Set Fire to Tirana Police Station
Defence Minister Ermal Nufi has condemned the attack on the Socialist Party headquarters, calling it a threat to political pluralism and democracy. Meanwhile, protesters set fire to Police Station No. 3 on Mine Peza Street in Tirana, injuring several police officers, according to reports. In a social media post, Nufi …
European Parliament rapporteur for Albania Andreas Schieder has expressed concern over clashes between protesters and police in Tirana, urging all sides to stop the escalation immediately. In a social media statement, Schieder noted that young people across Europe, from Paris and Berlin to Tirana, are demanding better education and equal …
Vora secured a commanding 4-1 win over Partizani in the seventh round of the Albanian Superliga on Sunday, with Bernard Karrica scoring a hat-trick. Arian Bellaj’s side controlled the match and made their chances count. Karrica opened the scoring in the 17th minute before converting a penalty in the 50th …
Archbishop of Tirana, Durrës and All Albania Joan has called on decision-makers to make wise and mature choices in the interests of the country and all its citizens. Speaking at the end of the Divine Liturgy, Joan stressed that Albania belongs to all its citizens and that everyone has the …
Parliament Speaker Niko Peleshi has condemned violence during protests in Albania, stressing that attacks on institutions and the destruction of public and private property have nothing to do with the right to demonstrate. Peleshi said young people have every right to demand greater opportunities and rights. They also deserve to …
Albert Nushi, Head of the Management Sector at the Public Security Department, announced at a press conference that 54 people were taken into police custody following the previous day’s violent protest. Of those, 27 were arrested and 27 others face criminal proceedings for property destruction and violence against police officers. …
The official visit that Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama had planned to make to Vienna, Austria, on Monday, October 19, has been cancelled by the Albanian side. The news was published by the Austrian press release portal OTS.at. According to the announcement, the scheduled meeting between the Albanian Prime Minister …