Veliaj “Honorary Citizen” of Prizren
On the 15th anniversary of the declaration of Kosovo’s Independence, the Mayor of Tirana, Erion Veliaj, was awarded the title of “Honorary Citizen” by the Municipality of Prizren. The title was granted by the mayor of Prizren Municipality, Shaqir Totaj, who said that Veliaj is an example of a modern …
Cyber protection, Rama in Munich: Kosovo-Serbia relations are also in focus
Prime Minister Edi Rama is in Germany, as part of the Security 2023 conference, held in Munich. In a post on Facebook, Rama shares photos from the meeting with the chairman of the subcommittee for Europe in the US Senate and Senator Chris Van Hollen. The head of the government …
Albania Greenlights Blogger’s Extradition to Russia After Receiving ‘Guarantees’
Albania’s Ministry of Justice has given the go-ahead to extradite to Russia a well-known blogger and photographer accused of espionage, claiming Moscow has promised she will not face political persecution. Original post Here
Rama wishes the Independence of Kosovo
Prime Minister Edi Rama congratulated the 15th anniversary of Kosovo’s Independence. Through a post on Facebook, accompanied by a photo, the head of government writes: GOOD MORNING Happy Independence”, writes Prime Minister Rama. We remind you that President Bajram Begaj is in Kosovo, on a two-day visit within the 15th …
Citizens of Kosovo choose to celebrate the 15th anniversary of Independence in Albania
Extraordinary flow of citizens and means from Kosovo to Albania. Thousands of Kosovo citizens have chosen Albania to celebrate the 15th anniversary of independence. “Rruga e Kombit” and customs of Morina have faced this influx since the early hours of the day. The border police have implemented the protocol of …
Jewish Museum in Vlora dedicated to the coexistence of Jews and Albanians
The Jewish Museum will tell a unique story, dedicated to the coexistence of Jews and Albanians in time, which aims to become a cultural magnet for the historic area in Vlora. On Tuesday, the winning project was presented by the Israeli studio “Kimmel Eshkolot Architects”, a museum that will open in …
Tragic earthquake, Albania donates 1 million euros to Turkey
Albania has donated 1 million euros to those affected by the earthquake in Turkey. Prime Minister Edi Rama called live during the “Turkey a Heart” campaign that was broadcast simultaneously on several Turkish television channels, where he expressed his condolences for the lives lost in the tragic earthquake a few …
15th anniversary of independence, Begaj two-day visit to Kosovo
The President of the Republic of Albania, Bajram Begaj, starts today a two-day visit to the Republic of Kosovo, on the occasion of the celebration of the 15th anniversary of its independence. Begaj is expected to meet with the highest leaders of the state, President Vjosa Osmani, Prime Minister Albin …
Expelled from the Assembly, the democratic deputies appeal the decision
DP MPs have submitted a request to appeal the decision on their expulsion. The request has been sent to the Assembly and the Guard. According to them, based on the regulation, they can enter the Assembly until the conference is convened to consider it. Yesterday, the Ethics Commission expelled Sali …
Berisha joins protest in front of parliament building
Cairman of the Democratic Party (DP), Sali Berisha, left his office in the blue headquarters and joined the opposition protest that is being held this Thursday in front of the Parliament building. After walking towards the protesters, Berisha greeted those present, while he started his speech with accusations against Rama. …
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 …
Anti-poverty NGO ActionAid has filed a complaint to the Court of Auditors in Italy over the 133 million euro cost of two migrant detention centres in Albania as part of a controversial asylum offshoring deal between Rome and Tirana. Original post Here
By Tirana Times Staff Tirana, 3 December 2025 — The Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Albania today organized in Tirana the central event marking the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, a broad awareness-raising activity that brought together around 250 children with disabilities from several cities across …
In the second of BIRN’s series about women’s wartime activism, Midheta Kaloper explains how she survived sexual violence during the Bosnian war and now helps other survivors to fight for their rights – and bring the perpetrators to justice. Original post Here
By Zef Preçi What kind of political system are we living in today? Even though we have a weak state, authoritarian tendencies in governance have become more pronounced, and in a synthesized way this is reflected in the increasing number of MPs of the ruling party from one mandate to …