Rama in Pristina: Independence, with all the guarantees for Serbs in Kosovo, is the best solution
On the 25th anniversary of the Liberation, the International Conference for the 25th Anniversary of the NATO Intervention was held in Pristina; “Rugova and the West”. Also present at this meeting were Prime Minister Edi Rama, US Ambassador to Kosovo, Jeffrey Hovenier and the former Prime Minister of Italy, Masimmo …
Parliament excludes Flamur Noka for 10 days
Flamur Noka has been excluded for 10 days from plenary sessions in the Assembly. This measure was taken after the chaos created in the Assembly, the last session. Meanwhile, no measures have been taken by the Secretariat of Ethics for the other MPs for whom the SP demanded punishment. We …
Today, 28,000 high school graduates undergo exam of Albanian Language and Literature subject
About 28,000 high school graduates across Albania will be tested this Monday for their knowledge of the subjects Albanian Language and Literature. After the Foreign Language exam, high school students will have to answer questions with alternatives and development in the Language and Literature subject. The test contains a total …
Four arrested for 35 thousand undeclared euros in Albania
The coded operation “Next” is finalized. Four people were arrested after trying to spend 35,755 euros undeclared. Denis Menelli, Agim Idrizi, Tritan Biba and Frenki Fezo have been arrested by the police. According to the police, 2 of the arrested citizens were drivers of the bus where they had hidden …
The hearing session for former minister of Health is postponed again
The hearing for the former Minister of Health, Ilir Beqaj, is postponed. ABC News has learned that the hearing will be held on July 26. Beqaj asked to get to know 20 other investigation files of the sterilization file. Former minister Beqaj is being investigated for abuse of office. Two …
Accident on “Laç-Mamurras” highway, a 21 year old arrested
A 21-year-old man ended up in the handcuffs of the Lezha police. It is learned that Egli Babasi killed a 60-year-old pedestrian on Friday evening on the “Laç-Mamurras” highway. Meanwhile, the blues are continuing the work to identify the victim. Police notification: The accident resulted in the death of a …
Firearms, ammunition and 2500 cannabis seeds seized in Lezha, one arrested
The police of Lezha seized 1 firearm, 1 shotgun, ammunition for these weapons, 2500 cannabis seeds, a quantity of cannabis, 5 transceivers and various electrical equipment. As a result, the 62-year-old Ndue Gjini ended up in handcuffs and his nephew, Ardit Gjini, was declared wanted, who were creating the conditions …
GJKKO’s appeal left him in prison Lefter Alla
The Special Court of Appeal has finally sentenced the former mayor of Bulqiza, Lefter Alla, to 3 years in prison, who was found guilty of the criminal offense of violation of equality in tenders and abuse of office. Journalist Ermal Vija reports that in the application of the summary trial, …
Office of the prosecutor closes the investigations for Princ Leka, Elia Zaharia and her father
The Prosecutor’s Office of Tirana has closed the investigations and has sent Prince Leka, his ex-wife Elia Zaharia and the latter’s father, Gjergj Zaharia, to trial for the charge of domestic violence. The investigations started after the publication of a video and the report to the prosecutor’s office for domestic …
The hearing session for Fredi Beleri is postponed again
The judicial process in the Appeal for Fredi Beleri, the elected mayor of Himara, is postponed. The reason for this is the three-day boycott by the National Bar Association. The next session will be held on June 14, at 10:00. Beleri was sentenced to two years in prison for the …
TIRANA, June 17 – The State Police announced new traffic restrictions for heavy vehicles during the 2026 summer season. Authorities based the measure on Joint Instruction No. 106 of June 14, 2024, issued by the Ministry of Infrastructure and Energy and the Ministry of Interior. The restrictions will remain in …
TIRANA, June 17 – Infrastructure and Energy Minister Enea Karakaçi announced the signing of a bilateral agreement between Albania and Ukraine on the international road transport of passengers and goods. Karakaçi signed the agreement with Serhiy Derkach, Ukraine’s Deputy Minister for Communities, Territories and Infrastructure Development. According to the minister, …
TIRANA, June 17 – Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu said the justice reform and vetting process marked a key pillar in Albania’s European integration path during the closing ceremony of the transitional reassessment of judges and prosecutors. Koçiu said the reform proved Albania can deliver difficult structural changes and confront …
TIRANA, June 17 – The Blue Eye (Syri i Kaltër) continues to attract a high number of tourists during this period, confirming its position as one of the most popular destinations in southern Albania. The karst spring draws daily visitors from different countries. Tourists say they chose Albania after hearing …
TIRANA, June 17 – Sunny weather and high temperatures have increased the number of visitors on the beaches of Lezha during the first weeks of the summer season. Shëngjin has attracted the largest crowds. Most visitors come from Kosova and continue to choose the destination year after year because of …
TIRANA, June 17 – The European Parliament adopted its annual resolution on Albania with 483 votes in favor, 103 against and 70 abstentions, expressing broad support for the country’s EU integration process. Lawmakers welcomed Albania’s recent progress and called on authorities to ensure full implementation of adopted legislation. They also …
TIRANA, June 17 – Albania collected 340.5 billion ALL in total revenue during January-May 2026. The figure exceeded the period plan by 5.3%, according to the Finance Ministry. Revenue rose by 11.2% compared with the same period in 2025. The state budget recorded an additional 34.3 billion ALL. Tax and …
TIRANA, June 17 – The European Commission confirms its support for Albania’s European Union membership path. It links progress to maintaining the pace of reforms. The 2027 target for closing accession negotiations remains achievable, according to an exclusive response to Albanian Radio and Television. It describes sustained reform momentum as …
The Chairman of the Socialist Party Parliamentary Group, Taulant Balla, has welcomed the adoption of the European Parliament’s annual Resolution on Albania, which was approved with 483 votes in favor. In a public statement, Balla described the decision as a major acknowledgment of Albania’s progress in the European integration process …
The head of Albania’s Special Anti-Corruption Structure (SPAK), Klodjan Braho, stated that the vetting process cannot be considered a guarantee or form of “immunity” for judges and prosecutors in the future, emphasizing that any potential acts of corruption will remain subject to criminal investigation. Speaking at the closing ceremony of …