Punched to death a 55-year old, police gives the security measure for Rei Meta
The court in Vlora decides “prison arrest” for Rei Meta for the charge of “manslaughter”. The judge of the case accepted the prosecution’s request. The prosecution had requested arrest in prison, a decision that was accepted by the Court. The conflict over a sum of money cost the life of …
100 new positions for police officers, Balla: New law to revival the State Police
Interior Minister Taulant Balla held a meeting with lecturers and leaders of the University of Tirana, with the aim of building bridges of institutional cooperation within the framework of excellence programs for the State Police. Balla said that the police force needs to be renewed and deepen its self-purification. He …
SPAK sends to trial Nuredin Dumani and 19 other defendants
The Special Prosecution against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK) closed the investigations for Nuredin Dumani and 19 other persons part of the operation “The golden bullet”. According to the information for the media, SPAK sent to trial Nuredin Dumani, Henrik Hoxha, Skerdi Tasi, Enver Diva, Besian Xhixha, Erion Alibej, Florenc …
After the resignation of Safet Gjici, the President decrees the date: On September 24 elections for the head of the municipality of Kukes
The President of the Republic Bajram Begaj announced today the decree no. 186 dated 11.08.2023 for “Setting the date of the elections for the Mayor of Kukes”. The President set the date September 24, 2023 as the date of holding the elections for Mayor in the Municipality of Kukes. Since …
Selling smuggled goods, police arrested father and son
Father and son have been arrested by the Tirana police after being accused of distributing and storing contraband goods. According to the police, it was learned that within the coded operation “Next”, father and son transported smuggled goods to Albania, and stored them in the entity under their administration. An …
Shooting in Kosovo, one dead, three injured
One died, three others were injured in shooting in a bar in Runik village of Skenderaj in Kosovo, police confirmed. Police’s spokesperson, informed that the event happened at 01:21 am this morning and the victim is a 39-year-old. Fortunately the three injured, are out the danger of their life, while …
Balla meets Ambassador Karl Bergner: Traffic Police will be trained according to German standards
Interior Minister Taulant Balla held a meeting with the new German ambassador in Tirana, Karl Bergner. During the meeting, Balla and Bergner discussed the possibility of creating new mechanisms for the promotion of people with high moral and professional integrity, where, according to Balla, German expertise in this regard will …
The court upholds the seizure of the properties of former minister Arben Ahmetaj
The appeal of the Special Court upholds the decision of the first instance for the sequestration of the property of former Deputy Prime Minister Arben Ahmetaj. From the escape, through his lawyer, he requested in the Appeal the return of the apartment in the Shallvareve area that was seized from …
Thousands of euros and pounds are seized in Durres and Rinas
The police seized this Thursday a significant amount of money. Accordingly, 82,550 euros were seized at Durres’s port and 12,820 pounds at Rinas Airport. According to the police, the euros seized in the Port of Durres were found hidden in the bus of the “Durres-Bari-Durres” line. For this case, the …
TIA appeal to all passengers: From today until September 10, show up three hours early at Rinas for check-in
Tirana International Airport informs all passengers who travel through Rinas to show up three hours before departure to their destination, for check-in. This rule will be applied until September 10. According to TIA, this measure aims to “improve the overall travel experience for all passengers”. TIA, among other things, says …
SASPAC has launched a new online platform. The website is now accessible to the public. The platform brings together all foreign assistance data in Albania. It presents transparent and structured information. Users can find details on EU IPA programmes and funding. The site also lists donors, partners and implementing institutions. …
TIRANA, April 28 – Albanian composer Aleksandër Lalo (1949–2017), born on 27 April 1949, remains a key figure in the country’s film music tradition. He would have turned 77 years old. His work shaped Albanian cinema across several decades. He developed a distinctive musical language that combined emotional depth with …
Rustem Gjata, former head of the Constitutional Court, has died. His son, lawyer Çlirim Gjata, shared the news on social media. Rustem Gjata won a seat as a Democratic Party MP in the first pluralist elections in 1992. He helped draft the law on the Constitutional Court as a member …
President Bajram Begaj attended the 11th Three Seas Initiative summit in Dubrovnik, Croatia. He called for tangible results to speed up regional economic development and EU integration. He said the Western Balkans is now a strategic front for Europe. Begaj described the initiative as a success story. He said it …
Environment Minister Sofjan Jaupaj and Chief Negotiator Majlinda Dhuka met German Environment Minister Carsten Schneider. They discussed Albania’s progress in EU negotiations. Talks focused on Chapter 27 – Environment and Climate Change. The German minister expressed full support for Albania’s EU path. He confirmed strong partnership in advancing reforms and …
Andreas Schieder praised Albania’s progress in EU integration. He said negotiations could close by 2027–2028. He highlighted major reforms, especially in justice. He described them as among the deepest in the Western Balkans. Schieder said Albania has changed dramatically for the better. He stressed the need to present this progress …
Speaker Niko Peleshi met Irish MP Barry Ward in Dublin. They discussed Albania’s achievements and challenges in the EU accession process. Talks also focused on Ireland’s continued support. The meeting addressed Ireland’s upcoming EU Council Presidency from July to December 2026. Peleshi said Albania’s visible progress strengthens confidence in EU …
Silvio Gonzato highlights EU–Albania cultural partnership in Durrës museum reopening Silvio Gonzato said the EU and Albania strengthened their partnership through the reopening of the Archaeological Museum of Durrës. He stated that the EU4Culture programme restored the museum. He added that the project supports cultural revival and post-2019 earthquake recovery. …
Edi Rama said the Archaeological Museum of Durrës reopens after major restoration under the EU4Culture programme. He stated that the European Union has supported the restoration of 23 cultural heritage sites in Albania. Moreover, he highlighted the strong cooperation between Albania and the EU after the 2019 earthquake. He said …
Speaking at the joint meeting of the High Judicial Council and the High Prosecutorial Council, Minister of Justice Toni Gogu warned that the justice system will be measured by the results it delivers for citizens, highlighting one of the main issues—delays of up to three years in providing reasoned court decisions. “There …