Koçiu: Protest Violence Puts Lives of Demonstrators and Citizens at Risk
Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu warned on Sunday that violence fueled by media coverage and longstanding political resentment poses a serious threat to the lives of both protesters and citizens. In a social media post, Koçiu described the injury of a young man from Elbasan as a wake-up call about …
Koçiu: Protest Rights Remain Untouchable, Violence Will Be Punished
Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu said on Sunday that the government would introduce six measures to curb urban violence. The measures aim to protect citizens and public and private property. Koçiu stressed that authorities would uphold the constitutional right to protest but punish anyone who incites violence, exploits minors or …
Rama: Injured Elbasan Youth to Receive Treatment at Italy’s Best Hospital
Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Sunday that he had personally arranged medical treatment in Italy for the young man from Elbasan who suffered an eye injury during protests. He also secured an air ambulance to transport the youth to what he described as Italy’s best hospital. Rama warned that …
Foreign Tourists Stop at Prime Minister’s Office Amid Protests
Foreign tourists visiting Tirana have encountered unusual scenes in the capital in recent days. A group of visitors stopped outside the Prime Minister’s Office, where stone chairs and tables now stand following Prime Minister Edi Rama’s invitation to protesters. The tourists sat down and took photos. “Welcome to Tirana, and …
Rama: Violence Cannot Force My Resignation; I Will Defend Albania’s Future
Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Sunday that citizens had every right to demand his resignation and protest against the government, but no one could force him from office through violence. He made the remarks while presenting a new legislative package against urban violence. Rama defended the package, saying it …
Rama Unveils Law on Protest Damage, Sets Fines of Up to 500,000 Lek
Prime Minister Edi Rama presented a new law on Sunday that would require individuals to pay for damage they cause during public gatherings. The law sets fines of up to 500,000 lek for people who remain at violent protests after police warn them to leave. Rama said the law follows …
Hoxha Urges Presheva Valley Albanians to Vote in Large Numbers
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha on Sunday urged Albanians in Serbia’s Presheva Valley to turn out in large numbers for the country’s snap parliamentary elections. Hoxha described voting as a fundamental democratic right and an opportunity for citizens to make their voices heard. He stressed that every …
Skënderbeu Beat Partizani 2-0 as Laçi Edge Vora in Superiore
Skënderbeu defeated Partizani 2-0 in the eighth round of Albania’s Abissnet Superiore on Friday, deepening the capital club’s crisis. Meanwhile, Laçi secured a narrow 1-0 win over Vora. The Korçë side broke the deadlock in the 56th minute when Totre converted a penalty. Dejvid Janaqi sealed the victory in the …
Rama Unveils Package Against Violence and Urban Anarchy: Peaceful Protest Is Protected, Violence Is Punished, and Those Responsible Must Pay for the Damage
Prime Minister Edi Rama has announced a new legislative package aimed at combating violence and urban anarchy, a day after Saturday’s protest in Tirana, which was marked by clashes, Molotov cocktail attacks on institutions, and damage to public and private property. Rama stressed that the package is based on the …
Rama Explains Measures Against Violence: Fines of Up to 500,000 Lek for Those Who Remain at Violent Gatherings, Parents to Pay for Minors Over 14
Prime Minister Edi Rama, while presenting the new legislative package against violence and urban anarchy, outlined the six instruments included in the package, focusing particularly on compensation for affected businesses and financial liability for damage caused during public gatherings. Rama stressed that the main principle of the package is that …
EU justice agency says seven more suspects were arrested and 100 servers were shut down in ongoing international operation against investment fraud involving Kosovo, Albania and North Macedonia. Original post Here
Albania’s Tax Administration reported net tax revenue of ALL 40.1 billion in October 2026, exceeding the monthly target by ALL 200 million, or 0.6%. Revenue increased by ALL 4 billion, or 11.2%, compared with October 2025. The administration reported this growth despite a decline in trade volumes caused by protests. …
Albanian Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Blendi Gonxhja announced the completion of restoration work at Borsh Castle, overlooking the Ionian coast on the Albanian Riviera. The project focused on consolidating the fortifications, preserving the monument’s authenticity and highlighting its historical and architectural features, including the Haxhi Bendo Mosque. The …
Greek authorities have reduced winter operating hours at Qafëbota, Albania’s southernmost border crossing with Greece. From November 1 to March 31, the crossing operates from 07:00 to 21:00 Greek time, cutting daily service by 4 hours. Greece’s Independent Authority for Public Revenue announced the schedule. During summer, Qafëbota operates from …
Central Election Commission head Celibashi calls for electoral code changes ahead of local elections
Albania’s Central Election Commission head, Ilirjan Celibashi, has called for the implementation of recommendations from the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe’s election observers ahead of the May 9 local elections. He said lawmakers must align the Electoral Code with the new territorial division. The changes should address municipal …
Albanian Education Minister Mirela Kumbaro has presented the ministry’s proposed 2027 budget to the Assembly’s Committee on Education, Science and Sport. The ministry is set to receive ALL 67.95 billion, a 4.8% increase on the previous year. Kumbaro said all five budget programmes would receive more funding. Priorities include support …
Albanian footballers continued to make an impact in foreign leagues, with Ernest Muçi leading the weekend’s performances through a goal and an assist. Cristian Shpendi and Indrit Tuci also found the net for their clubs. Muçi helped Trabzonspor beat Gaziantep 2-0 in the Turkish league. He provided an assist late …
Partizani beat Teuta 1-0 in Durrës on Monday to close the 10th round of Albania’s Abissnet Superiore. The away win ended a run of six consecutive defeats and earned Partizani three important points. Egnatia strengthened their lead with a 2-1 victory over Tirana at Vora’s stadium. Teuta’s defeat also helped …
The jailed Mayor of Tirana, Erion Veliaj, accused Prime Minister Edi Rama had demanded his resignation as relation between two old political friends further deteriorate. Original post Here
Albania will see unsettled weather on Tuesday, with moderate to dense cloud cover and occasional clear spells. Temperatures will range from 4°C in Dibër to 19°C in Berat and Saranda, according to the Military Meteorological Service. Light, intermittent rain and brief thunderstorms are expected across most of the country from …