Braçe: Protest Is Legitimate, Government’s Job Is to Govern the Country and Serve the People
Socialist Party MP Erion Braçe has reacted to the anti-government protest that has been taking place in Tirana for the past two weeks. In a post published on his Facebook page, Braçe described the protest as a legitimate right, while stressing that the government must continue carrying out its duties …
Five Arrested in Special Prosecutor’s War Crimes Operation
*]: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:7ab79576-af91-4b8c-b48b-97e65e1f28af-2″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:7ab79576-af91-4b8c-b48b-97e65e1f28af-2″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-6″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> Five people were arrested on Sunday during a joint operation conducted by the Special Prosecution Office and the Kosovo Police as part of an investigation into war crimes in the case known as “Reçak II.” According to a statement from …
Kosovo Elections: Diaspora Vote Gives Vetëvendosje Another Seat, AAK Loses One
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Rama Reacts Minutes Before the Protest: When Facts Say Otherwise, Noise Becomes the Argument
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has published a detailed statement on social media regarding investment projects on Sazan Island and in the Zvërnec area, just minutes before the start of a citizen protest in Tirana against the planned development in Zvërnec, which has now entered its 15th day. In a …
Malaj: Albania Remains One of the Most Stable Economies in the Region
Minister of Finance Petrit Malaj said Albania continues to stand out as one of the most stable economies in the region. He said the country maintains positive growth prospects. This comes despite global uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and inflationary pressures. Furthermore, he referred to the latest World Bank report. He said …
UEFA U-21 Euro 2027: Work Begins to Convert “Arena e Demave” Pitch to Natural Grass
Preparations for the UEFA European Under-21 Championship 2027 are now underway in Albania. Work has started at the Arena e Demave Stadium to replace the artificial turf with natural grass. The process has already begun with the removal of the existing playing surface. Next, workers will install a modern irrigation …
Rama: Theth Cleaner Thanks to Youth Energy and Engagement
Prime Minister Edi Rama praised a cleanup action held in Theth as part of environmental protection initiatives. The campaign brought together many young people and volunteers under the motto: “Nature gives to us, we take care of it.” He said the initiative showed strong civic responsibility and respect for the …
Balla Meets VanHorn: Albania–US Cooperation at Excellent Level
Chairman of the Socialist Party parliamentary group Taulant Balla held a meeting with the Chargé d’Affaires of the United States in Tirana Nancy VanHorn. He said cooperation between Albania and the United States remains at an excellent level across all bilateral areas. He also highlighted collaboration within shared international organizations. …
European Olympic Committees Hold 55th General Assembly with Albanian Participation
President of the Albanian National Olympic Committee Komiteti Olimpik Kombëtar Shqiptar, Fidel Ylli, attends the 55th General Assembly of the European Olympic Committees. The event takes place under the European Olympic movement and stands as one of the most important meetings in the continental sports calendar. The European Olympic Committees …
Albanian Icons Exhibition Opens in Chambéry, France
The extraordinary exhibition of Albanian icons opens in Chambéry, France, as organizers complete final preparations. First, teams finish setting up the exhibition “Icons of Albania – Treasures of the National Museum of Medieval Art of Korça.” The Musée des Beaux-Arts de Chambéry prepares to welcome visitors for the opening ceremony. …
The heatwave affecting Albania in recent days has brought high temperatures across the country, raising concerns about the impact on public health. Elderly people, children and individuals suffering from chronic illnesses remain the most vulnerable groups. In response to the situation, the Ministry of Health has urged citizens to remain …
AAK political representative Labinot Bislimi was featured in a post shared by Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama on Wednesday. In his post, Rama highlighted a statement by Bislimi, in which he described the recent protests in Albania as being organized with what he called anti-national motives. Prime Minister Edi Rama’s …
Prime Minister Edi Rama attended an event on Wednesday focused on underground infrastructure in urban areas. The event highlighted efforts to remove overhead cables and improvised structures that affect the appearance of cities, the gradual transition to underground infrastructure, and the role of municipalities in the process. During his speech, …
Endrit Thaçi, the son of former Kosovo President Hashim Thaçi, has shared a photo on social media from a meeting with Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama, accompanied by a message thanking him for his support of the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) and its former leaders currently facing trial in The …
Prime Minister Edi Rama has commented on the protests against the proposed $4 billion investment project in Zvërnec, suggesting that they are driven not only by domestic concerns but also by external influences seeking to block the development. In an interview with French television network France 24, Rama said that …
Albanian farmers produced approximately 9.7 million tons of agricultural products in 2025. According to INSTAT, vegetables led overall production with 1.4 million tons, marking a 1.5% annual increase. Fier, Tirana and Berat accounted for around 62% of total vegetable output. Cereals also represented a significant share of agricultural production, reaching …
Although Albania’s economy expanded by 3.9% in 2025, according to preliminary data from INSTAT, nearly 72% of that growth was driven by just two sectors that are not directly linked to real business activity: public administration and net taxes. Based on preliminary estimates derived from quarterly Gross Domestic Product (GDP) …
Prime Minister Edi Rama shared photos on X from a meeting with Turkey’s new ambassador to Albania, Ceyhun Erciyes. “It is a pleasure to welcome the new ambassador of our brotherly Turkey,” Rama wrote on X. The Prime Minister also reposted a message from the Turkish Embassy in Tirana, which …
Kosovo Prime Minister Albin Kurti has stated that the June 7 elections were unnecessary and that the outcome itself proves it, stressing that citizens have once again delivered a clear message. “This is our first in-person meeting since the June 7 elections. Kosovo did not need these elections, and the …
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