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The head of the Freedom Party, Ilir Meta at SPAK

The head of the Freedom Party, Ilir Meta, appears at SPAK. We remind you that the day before, PL MP Monika Kryemadhi also appeared at SPAK, for almost 5 hours. After leaving SPAK, Kryemadhi underlined that he was asked about the verifications that are being carried out for some criminal …

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Former mayor of Elbasan, Qazim Sejdini passed away due to health problems

The former mayor of Elbasan, Qazim Sejdini, is escorted to his last apartment. Sejdini passed away yesterday due to some health problems. The mayor of Tirana, Erion Veliaj, also participated in the tributes in honor of the 73-year-old, where he expressed “Condolences to the family and citizens of Elbasan. I …

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Apartments, vehicles and large amounts of money, police seized the assets of the 36-year-old in Fier

The real estate of a 36-year-old man in Fier is seized. According to police information, this citizen is suspected of having benefited from these assets from criminal activities in the field of narcotics, carried out outside Albania. Specifically, the assets were seized: 2 arable land surfaces, in total 6831 m2, …

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Basha gives up to court’s decision over the seal

Shortly before the start of the plenary session in the Assembly, Lulzim Basha gave a statement to the media. Basha was asked by journalists about the decision of the Court of Appeal that returned the seal to Sali Berisha’s Pulpit. He said that he has no concerns about his personal …

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Monika Kryemadhi goes to SPAK

Shortly before the start of the plenary session in the Assembly, Lulzim Basha gave a statement to the media. Basha was asked by journalists about the decision of the Court of Appeal that returned the seal to Sali Berisha’s Pulpit. He said that he has no concerns about his personal …

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Tourist from Bulgaria found dead in mountain of Jezerca

A tourist from Bulgaria was found dead on Jezerca mountain. He had started together with another person and while exploring the mountain they lost contact with each other. His friend has moved to Montenegro and is in good health, and from there he reported the serious incident. After the announcement, …

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Liberation of Kosovo/ Begaj: Holy anniversary for the Albanians, we bow with respect before the martyrs and prominent figures

The President of the Republic of Albania, Bajram Begaj, addressed the Assembly of Kosovo in a solemn session for the 25th anniversary of liberation. He emphasized that this anniversary is sacred for the Albanian people. He added that Kosovo was not alone, but on its way it had the support …

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Socialist Party celebrates its 33rd birthday/ Rama’s message of gratitude to socialists

Prime Minister Edi Rama, in a status on Facebook, commemorated the 33rd anniversary of the SP. Rama thanks all supporters and members of the Socialist Party. The prime minister also congratulated the people of Kosovo on the anniversary of the entry of NATO member forces, side by side with the …

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INTERPOL official: Albania, active role in the exchange of information!

The general secretary of Interpol, Jurgen Stosk, spoke about the fight against crime at the European Interpol conference held in Tirana. He emphasized that a good cooperation is needed to achieve the expected results. He also appreciated the cooperation of Albania, adding that it has been ready for the exchange …

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Court of Appeal gives the seal to the Reestablishment group by Sali Berisha

The Court of General Appeals decided that the seal and direction of the democratic party should pass to the Reestablishment group represented by Sali Berisha. The three judges of the Appeal decided to reject the appeal of the legal representatives of Lulzim Basha who sought the annulment of the decision …

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EU grant for Vorë-Hani i Hotit, minister Mete signs the agreement

An agreement providing 136 million Euros of EU grants for the rehabilitation of the Vorë-Hani i Hoti railway line was signed today, at the House of Europe, in Tirana, by the Minister of Finance Ervin Mete, EU Ambassador Silvio Gonzato and Head of EBRD in Albania Ekatarina Solovova. The funds …

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Start the last session of Assembly, is expected the approval of the SP-PD agreement for the electoral law

Today is the second day of the plenary session. The last session for this parliamentary session. Yesterday’s session was accompanied by debates between the parties, where the report of the head of the Supreme State Audit was discussed. This Friday, the main topic will be the agreed draft for the …

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The hearing session for Ilir Beqaj is postponed again due to the absence of one of the lawyers

The preliminary hearing for Ilir Beqaj and the other persons accused of the “Sterilization” file is postponed for the umpteenth time. The reason was the absence of one of the lawyers. The former Minister of Health was present at the session and requested that through a statement he opposes the …

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“One in three should be a woman”, is expected the approval of SP-DP for code changes

Another amendment has been submitted to the assembly regarding the draft law on changes to the Electoral Code. Journalist Fjona Xhafaj reports for ABC News that the letter was signed by 26 women MPs. The women’s group was joined by the chairmen of the Bledi Çuçi and Gazment Bardhi groups. …

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Arrestohet ish-zëvendësministri rus i Mbrojtjes

Ish-zëvendësministri rus i Mbrojtjes, Dmitry Bulgakov është arrestuar për korrupsion, sipas Shërbimit Federal të Sigurisë të Rusisë. Gjithashtu po kryhen masa operativo-kërkimore për identifikimin e shkaqeve dhe kushteve që kanë lehtësuar veprimtarinë e paligjshme. Bulgakov ishte përgjegjës për mbështetjen materiale dhe teknike të ushtrisë ruse. Russia’s FSB detained the former …

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Op/Ed: A lesson for a new world politics

The UN has recognized the Srebrenica massacre as genocide by a majority vote. With this decision, the international community gives a warning signal against any form of genocide. And the role of Mrs. Del Ponte for hiding the truth. By SYLË UKSHINI* On May 23, the United Nations General Assembly approved …

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Albania’s two largest parties reach deal on electoral reform, face criticism

TIRANA, July 25, 2024 – Albania’s two largest political parties — the ruling Socialist Party and the main opposition Democratic Party — have reached a deal to make significant changes to the country’s electoral code ahead of next year’s parliamentary elections. Key changes include only partially opening candidate lists so …

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Cooperation against crime with Montenegro, more than 11 thousand cannabis roots are destroyed

The operation “Bjeshket”, carried out in cooperation with the Albanian police and the police of Montenegro, is finalized. The director of the Shkodra Police, Edmond Sulaj, in a communication to the media, emphasized that hundreds of thousands of cannabis plants were destroyed by this operation. Accordingly, during this action, 11,358 …

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Qatar Square to serve as Tirana’s newest hub and vital part of New Boulevard project

TIRANA, July 24, 2024 – The Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) has signed a grant agreement with the Municipality of Tirana to establish Qatar Square, a significant development in the heart of Albania’s capital.  The €11 million project, to be built on 23,700 square meters, aims to transform the end …

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Accused of bribery of 25,000 to influence the judges, SPAK closes investigations for lawyer Petraq Semani

The Special Prosecutor’s Office has closed the investigations and submitted the file of lawyer Petraq Semani for trial. The investigation showed that Petraq Semani, as the legal defender of the citizen Llazar Dine, asked the citizens Llazar Dine and Sidorela Dine for the monetary amount of 25,000 Euros, after he …

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EU grant for Vorë-Hani i Hotit, minister Mete signs the agreement

An agreement providing 136 million Euros of EU grants for the rehabilitation of the Vorë-Hani i Hoti railway line was signed today, at the House of Europe, in Tirana, by the Minister of Finance Ervin Mete, EU Ambassador Silvio Gonzato and Head of EBRD in Albania Ekatarina Solovova. The funds …

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Start the last session of Assembly, is expected the approval of the SP-PD agreement for the electoral law

Today is the second day of the plenary session. The last session for this parliamentary session. Yesterday’s session was accompanied by debates between the parties, where the report of the head of the Supreme State Audit was discussed. This Friday, the main topic will be the agreed draft for the …

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The hearing session for Ilir Beqaj is postponed again due to the absence of one of the lawyers

The preliminary hearing for Ilir Beqaj and the other persons accused of the “Sterilization” file is postponed for the umpteenth time. The reason was the absence of one of the lawyers. The former Minister of Health was present at the session and requested that through a statement he opposes the …

News

“One in three should be a woman”, is expected the approval of SP-DP for code changes

Another amendment has been submitted to the assembly regarding the draft law on changes to the Electoral Code. Journalist Fjona Xhafaj reports for ABC News that the letter was signed by 26 women MPs. The women’s group was joined by the chairmen of the Bledi Çuçi and Gazment Bardhi groups. …

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Arrestohet ish-zëvendësministri rus i Mbrojtjes

Ish-zëvendësministri rus i Mbrojtjes, Dmitry Bulgakov është arrestuar për korrupsion, sipas Shërbimit Federal të Sigurisë të Rusisë. Gjithashtu po kryhen masa operativo-kërkimore për identifikimin e shkaqeve dhe kushteve që kanë lehtësuar veprimtarinë e paligjshme. Bulgakov ishte përgjegjës për mbështetjen materiale dhe teknike të ushtrisë ruse. Russia’s FSB detained the former …

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Op/Ed: A lesson for a new world politics

The UN has recognized the Srebrenica massacre as genocide by a majority vote. With this decision, the international community gives a warning signal against any form of genocide. And the role of Mrs. Del Ponte for hiding the truth. By SYLË UKSHINI* On May 23, the United Nations General Assembly approved …

News

Albania’s two largest parties reach deal on electoral reform, face criticism

TIRANA, July 25, 2024 – Albania’s two largest political parties — the ruling Socialist Party and the main opposition Democratic Party — have reached a deal to make significant changes to the country’s electoral code ahead of next year’s parliamentary elections. Key changes include only partially opening candidate lists so …

News

Cooperation against crime with Montenegro, more than 11 thousand cannabis roots are destroyed

The operation “Bjeshket”, carried out in cooperation with the Albanian police and the police of Montenegro, is finalized. The director of the Shkodra Police, Edmond Sulaj, in a communication to the media, emphasized that hundreds of thousands of cannabis plants were destroyed by this operation. Accordingly, during this action, 11,358 …

News

Qatar Square to serve as Tirana’s newest hub and vital part of New Boulevard project

TIRANA, July 24, 2024 – The Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) has signed a grant agreement with the Municipality of Tirana to establish Qatar Square, a significant development in the heart of Albania’s capital.  The €11 million project, to be built on 23,700 square meters, aims to transform the end …

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Accused of bribery of 25,000 to influence the judges, SPAK closes investigations for lawyer Petraq Semani

The Special Prosecutor’s Office has closed the investigations and submitted the file of lawyer Petraq Semani for trial. The investigation showed that Petraq Semani, as the legal defender of the citizen Llazar Dine, asked the citizens Llazar Dine and Sidorela Dine for the monetary amount of 25,000 Euros, after he …