Accused for corruption and abuse of duty, Safet Gjici appears before the court
The former mayor of Kukes appeared before the court today to be informed with the security measure. ABC News has provided photos from the courtroom, as the security measure is expected to be confirmed for him. Gjici was arrested after the publication of the erotic video scandal in his office, …
The sex scandal of mayor of Kukes, is disclosed the testimony of Safet Gjici
ABC News has revealed the testimony of the former mayor of Kukes, Safet Gjici, given today before the GJKKO. He emphasized that he received the punishment for the action he did, while adding that he fell into the trap of those who, according to Gjici, “don’t like him”. “I received …
Rama in Brussels, the focus tensions between Kosovo and Serbia
Prime Minister of Albania, Edi Rama, will travel this Monday to Brussels, where he will meet with the President of the Council of the European Union, Charles Michel. Tensions between Kosovo and Serbia and finding a way to normalize the Prishtina-Belgrade dialogue are expected to be the focus of the …
Beleri’s request to be sworn in as elected mayor is rejected, what is expected to happen with the municipality of Himara
Fredi Beleri has applied to the Special Court to obtain permission to be sworn as elected mayor. ABC News journalist, Ermal Vija reports that GJKKO has rejected his request, while the arguments of this decision taken by the judge, Atalanta Zeqiraj, have not yet been made known. It is learned …
Lefter Alla seeks release due to health problems
The former mayor of Bulqiza, Lefter Alla, is expected to appear before the Special Court today to request his release from prison. ABC News reporter Ermal Vija says that Alla is seeking release due to her health condition. This request of the former mayor is expected to be examined by …
Three Kosovo policemen kidnapped by Serbia are released
The Serbian court in Kraleve this Monday decided to release the three policemen kidnapped a few days ago in Kosovo. The media in Kosovo write that the release of the three policemen captured on June 14 by the Serbian forces inside the border was made in the second session of …
The release of three Kosovo policemen, Rama: We will not allow a ‘Donbas’ in the heart of Europe
The Kosovo policemen were released today from Serbia, after 12 days in detention. After this important news, Prime Minister Edi Rama also reacted, who, among other things, wrote that this is late but very good news, because it puts an end to the arbitrary deprivation of liberty of three people …
Shooting in Vlora, one person injured
Gunshots were registred at noon this Monday in Vlora, where it is suspected that one person was injured as a result. According to sources for ABC News, it was learned that the incident took place in “Pavarsia” neighborhood in the coastal city, in premises of a bar. Journalist Elton Nika …
Rama shares pictured of Drilon park in Pogradec
Prime Minister of Albania, Edi Rama posted this Monday morning footage from the fantastic view of Drilon park in Pogradec area. In his social media statement, PM Rama emphasizes that transformative projects have been implemented in Drilon and will make it even more attractive for foreign and local tourists. “Good …
Money exchange shop robbed in Tirana
An unidentified person robbed a money exchange point on Saturday morning on “Tom Plezha” street in New Ring Road. He entered the Exchange around 08:25 and, according to the police, he was carrying an item suspected to be a firearm. He took a sum of money at gunpoint and left …
New Ombudsman elected solely with the votes of the ruling majority – a break in tradition – after opposition MPS refused to participate in the vote. Original post Here
Court temporarily restores Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku to her duties, after the government disputed a court order that had suspended her. Original post Here
By Nikola Kedhi On paper, Albania enters 2026 as a “success story”: the government speaks of GDP growth around 4%, low inflation, public debt at roughly 53% of GDP, and presents the 2026 Budget as a continuation of stability.In reality, Albania is an economy structurally dependent on construction where extraordinarily large …
Albania‘s High Prosecution Council chooses Klodian Braho as new head of the Special Prosecution Against Corruption and Organised Crime – a body with the tough task of tackling high-level graft. Original post Here
Environmentalist Ardian Koci was awarded the 2025 EuroNatur Award for his campaigning conservation work in Albania – but he had already left the country after being fired by the Environment Ministry for speaking his mind. Original post Here
By Tirana Times Tirana Times, December 10,2025. 10KSA arrived in Tirana through a special awareness-raising event organized by the Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, marking the first introduction in Albania of one of the world’s most recognized global initiatives for preventive health and community empowerment. Deputy Ambassador Ahmed …
SPAK could move toward a harsher measure against the suspended deputy prime minister, including a request for house arrest or detention. Tirana Times – December 9, 2025 The suspension from office of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Infrastructure and Energy Belinda Balluku has pushed Albania into one of the …
Judges Association claims that Edi Rama’s attacks on court decision to suspend Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku over legal allegations are designed to undermine faith in the Albanian judiciary. Original post Here
By Genc Pollo On the Commissioner’s satisfaction The statement by Mrs. Marta Kos, European Commissioner for Enlargement, that the general elections in Albania this May were free and fair, but we welcome suggestions for their improvement” rightly caused surprise, irritation and was condemned by the opposition. Fortunately, on Monday the …
Saudi Arabia and the Rise of a New Human-Centered Diplomacy When National Transformation Becomes a Global Movement for Life There are moments when an initiative that begins as a simple community project transforms into a global movement. Moments when awareness campaigns cross the boundaries of public messaging and become part …