PM Rama hosted by counterpart Abazovic in Montenegro
Prime Minister Edi Rama has been received this Monday by his counterpart of Montenegro, Dritan Abazovic for a joint meeting between the Albanian and Montenegrin governments. The meeting between the two governments will be held in the building of the Montenegrin Academy of Sciences and Arts in Podgorica. In this …
Fier, three girls arrested for exploitation of prostitution
Three girls have been arrested this Monday under the charge of exploitation of prostitution: Pranvera Isufaj, 32 years old, Aleksandra Toska, 19 years old and a 17 year old. Organizer of this criminal activity, citizen ArbEr Mehmeti, 33 years old, who has been declared wanted, was previously convicted for attempted …
Death of Kenya woman, casino driver accompanied to police
The driver of the casino where the 22-year-old woman from Kenya, who died a few days ago, worked, is accompanied to the police. As reported, the citizen Rodi Barçi, 32 years old, was escorted to police station number 1 in Tirana, to be interrogated regarding the serious incident, and his …
Fier, man arrested for heroine distribution
A 43-year-old resident of Fier was arrested by the police, after a dose of heroin was found during the physical check. Meanwhile, 13,750 euros and 400 dollars, suspected to have benefited from this criminal activity, were seized in the residence of citizen E.K., who is wanted. “Specialists of the Narcotics …
4 arrested, under the influence of narcotics and alcohol
The Traffic Police has taken strict measures this weekend, as during a control, 4 drivers were arrested, who broke the rules. Two of them were caught driving the vehicle under the influence of alcohol, one under the influence of narcotics and the other without a driving license. Meanwhile, the materials …
Central and Southeast Europe Show Support for Ukraine on Russian Invasion Anniversary
In Balkan capitals, citizens and political leaders have shown support for the Ukrainian people one year after the start of Russia’s aggression. Original post Here
Film Explores Myth of Albanian Women’s Freedom Under Communism
A new documentary explores how Albania’s Communist dictatorship made false claims that it was granting women rights in education and employment and used them for propaganda purposes. Original post Here
Anniversary of the war, Rama message from Hiroshima
Prime Minister Edi Rama, who is on an official visit to Japan for several days now, has started the day with a status on his Facebook social network for the anniversary of the war in Ukraine. Rama from Hiroshima says that the Ukrainian people have shown an unparalleled resistance. “The …
Extension of detention time demanded for russian Spy
Svetlana Timofeeva has appeared this Friday in front of the court, this time at the request of the Prosecution, which requests the extension of detention’s term. Her defense has objected, as Timofeeva has passed the terms of detention and should have been released from prison. However, the Court of Elbasan …
Tirana’s mayor invites citizens to demostrate in support of Ukraine
Mayor of Tirana, Erion Veliaj has invited citizens this Friday to take part in the demonstration in support of the resistance of Ukrainian people on the first anniversary of the beginning of the Russian aggression. In a social networks statement, Veliaj declared that Tirana stands in solidarity with the right …
Balkan members of the Catholic Church have praised “broad-minded, spontaneous” Pope Leo XIV for his education, experience and openness. Original post Here
Tirana Times, May 8,– On May 11, 2025, Albania will hold its tenth parliamentary elections since the fall of communism in 1991 – a moment expected to be decisive not only for the political fate of the main parties but also for the democratic future and European orientation of the …
The Socialists and Democrats are still likely to dominate the Albanian political landscape after elections on May 11, but a cluster of new parties and the introduction of diaspora postal votes are threatening to shake things up. Original post Here
The Democratic League of Kosovo has filed 17 lawsuits in a fresh legal challenge against the outgoing prime minister, Vetevendosje leader Albin Kurti, and his ministers. Original post Here
Anonymous social media accounts, a lack of financial transparency and the unethical use of AI could have an impact on voter opinion ahead of Albania’s May 11 parliamentary election, BIRN has found. Original post Here
In an interview with BIRN, Zef Mazi, Albania’s former chief negotiator with the EU, poured cold water on Prime Minister Edi Rama’s election promise of EU accession by 2030. Original post Here
TIRANA, Albania , May 6th (Tirana Times ) — On May 11, Albanians will head to the polls for parliamentary elections marked by a crowded field of contenders: 53 political parties and over 2,000 candidates will vie for 140 seats in the national legislature. While this diversity may signal political …
President Begaj welcomes His Majesty Abdullah II bin Al Hussein, King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, with a solemn ceremony. May 2, 2025 | TIRANA, Albania Tirana Times In a visit marked more by symbolism than substance, Jordan’s King Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein arrived in Tirana on Friday for …
Tirana Times | May 2nd | Prishtina, Kosovo — A unique cultural bridge between Kosovo and Saudi Arabia was inaugurated on Thursday with the opening of the “Urat” exhibition in central Prishtina, showcasing the Kingdom’s rich Islamic and cultural heritage. Organized in partnership between the Islamic Community of Kosovo and …
The involvement of individuals with criminal backgrounds or ties to the underworld among Albania’s so-called strategic investors must be examined in a broader context. Politically, this phenomenon represents one of the clearest signs of the symbiosis between crime and politics — and of the state being effectively captured by organized …