Albanian Parliament Approves US$302 Million Loan Agreement with the United States
Albania’s Parliament on Monday approved the US$302 million loan agreement with the United States to finance military equipment during its second plenary session of the day. The agreement was approved with 74 votes in favour. The Democratic Party (PD) did not take part in the vote. Before the session began, …
US$302 Million Defence Agreement Reaches Parliament: How the US Loan Will Be Used
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–sticky-padding-top)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”e96c3d9f-9503-44de-a408-249ef24a4bba” data-turn-id-container=”e96c3d9f-9503-44de-a408-249ef24a4bba” data-testid=”conversation-turn-3″ data-turn=”user”> A US$302 million defence financing agreement between Albania and the United States has reached Parliament. The ruling majority is seeking to approve the document through an expedited procedure, while the opposition is requesting more time to review it. *]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] …
Insect Sting Allergies on the Rise, Doctors Warn: Beware of Wasps
Summer and high temperatures have led to an increase in allergic reactions caused by insect stings. Allergists say this is the time of year when the risk of being stung is at its highest. The effects of insect stings can range from mild local reactions to life-threatening allergic responses, depending …
Eurostat: Albania Ranks Fourth in Europe for Air Pollution-Related Deaths
Albania recorded 129 premature deaths per 100,000 inhabitants linked to exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5), according to Eurostat’s latest data for 2023. With this figure, the country ranks fourth in Europe for the health impact of air pollution, behind North Macedonia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Serbia. The rate is …
PM Rama describes ‘Flamingo Revolution’ as example of disinformation and foreign interference
TIRANA, July 27 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Monday that what he described as the “Flamingo Revolution” represented an example of disinformation and foreign interference. Speaking at the conference “Confronting Information Manipulation and Foreign Interference: Albania and the Enlargement Context” in Tirana, Rama referred to the protests known …
Prishtina 2030 Faces Pressure as Time Runs Out for Mediterranean Games
Kosovo faces growing pressure to complete preparations for the Mediterranean Games “Prishtina 2030”. The event represents one of the country’s biggest sports projects. However, delays in building sports infrastructure have raised concerns among sports leaders. Kosovo Olympic Committee President Ismet Krasniqi warned about the consequences of a possible failure. He …
Jet Ski blocked in Himara after dangerous sea manoeuvres, operator fined
TIRANA, July 27 – Border Police and the Maritime Police Unit blocked a Jet Ski in Livadhi Bay, Himara, after its rider performed dangerous manoeuvres near the safety zone for beachgoers. According to the police, citizens at the beach reported that the Jet Ski was moving dangerously close to the …
Turisti per Caso: Ksamil Becomes One of Europe’s Top Tourist Destinations for Summer 2026
Ksamil has emerged as one of the leading European summer destinations for 2026, according to the Italian travel media outlet “Turisti per Caso”. The publication included the Albanian coastal gem among Europe’s 15 best destinations for the summer season. The list features destinations ranging from Albania’s crystal-clear beaches to Iceland’s …
Salla: Enol Winery in Prezë Showcases Agritourism and Made in Albania Products
Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Andis Salla highlighted Enol Winery in Prezë as an example of successful agritourism and Albanian-made products. Salla shared images from the winery on social media and described it as one of the first certified agritourism businesses in the country. The winery has received support from …
French minister for Europe to visit Kosova, meets Konjufca
TIRANA, July 27 – French Minister Delegate for Europe Benjamin Haddad will visit Kosova on Monday. During the visit, he will meet with Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs and Diaspora Glauk Konjufca. According to the announcement, the two officials will hold bilateral talks. Later, Acting Deputy Prime Minister Glauk Konjufca, …
TIRANA, August 4 – Children attending the Horizont Center day camp visited RTSH Korça, where they discovered how a regional public television station produces and broadcasts its programmes. The station’s management welcomed the group and introduced them to the newsroom, television studios, control room and other production facilities. The children …
TIRANA, August 4 – The Port of Durrës processed 2,057,526 tonnes of cargo during January–June 2026, marking a 7.2% increase compared with the same period of 2025. According to the Port Authority of Durrës, imports accounted for 1,430,236 tonnes of the total volume, while exports reached 627,290 tonnes. Export activity …
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-5″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-5″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-12″ data-turn=”assistant”> The U.S. Department of State has officially announced the ratification of a $302 million loan agreement with Albania to support investments in the country’s defence sector. In its official statement, the State Department said the agreement will help Albania meet its …
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–sticky-padding-top)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”149fb836-ca6f-41ab-b866-328f2f5bb8c2″ data-turn-id-container=”149fb836-ca6f-41ab-b866-328f2f5bb8c2″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-5″ data-turn=”user”> The U.S. Embassy in Tirana has issued a statement on Facebook regarding the ratification of the $302 million loan agreement between the United States and Albania. The embassy said the agreement will support Albania’s progress toward fulfilling the Hague Defence Commitment. …
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-3″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-3″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-8″ data-turn=”assistant”> Albania’s Ministry of Interior has declared two North Macedonian citizens persona non grata over activities deemed harmful to Albania’s national security and public order. The two individuals have been identified as Valon Bela and Bekir Halimi. The measure imposed on both …
The National Cyber Security Authority (AKSK) announced that a total of 14,628,595 cyberattack attempts targeting Albania’s cyber ecosystem infrastructure were recorded during the first half of 2026, covering the period from January to June. According to AKSK, this is equivalent to approximately 56.4 cyberattack attempts every minute. Of the total …
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-4″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-4″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-10″ data-turn=”assistant”> Minister of Defence Ermal Nufi announced that 727 operational personnel have been deployed over the past 24 hours to manage 20 active wildfire hotspots across different parts of Albania. According to a statement posted on Facebook, support for local authorities included …
The Vlora Border Police will continue carrying out daily inspections in Albania’s coastal waters throughout the tourist season, with a focus on ensuring maritime safety and preventing accidents. The head of the Triport Border Police Station, Amarilda Shabani, said that during July alone, authorities imposed 32 administrative penalties and seized …
A large wildfire has broken out in the Nivicë area of the Municipality of Himarë, raising concerns as the flames continue to spread rapidly. According to preliminary information, strong winds are fueling the fire, making it more difficult for firefighters to bring the blaze under control. Firefighting crews have arrived …
As the beginning of August approaches, construction on the final section of the “Taulantia” promenade in Durrësremains unfinished, despite earlier promises from the contractor’s engineer and Mayor Emiriana Sako that the project would be completed by the end of June. At the construction site, located in one of the city’s …