Hilë Mosi, Shkodër-born poet serving the national cause
TIRANA, April 22 – Hilë Mosi, poet, publicist and politician, was born in Shkodër on 22 April 1885. He became known for his publicist and political activity in support of the Albanian national cause. Mosi completed his early education in Shkodër in a strong cultural and patriotic environment shaped by …
International student film festival in Tirana positions itself as new platform for young filmmakers
TIRANA, April 22 – The International Student Film Festival is being organized in Tirana as a new initiative supporting young filmmakers and strengthening links between film education and the industry. The project highlights student creativity while expanding professional opportunities in cinema. The festival brings together animation, feature film and documentary …
Greece backs Albania’s EU membership bid after Athens meeting
TIRANA, April 22 – Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis reaffirmed support for Albania’s European Union accession after meeting Edi Rama in Athens. Speaking after the talks, Mitsotakis described the meeting as an opportunity to advance bilateral relations. He said both sides can address outstanding issues and build what he called …
Kurti Warns: If No Agreement Is Reached on the President, There Will Be Consecutive Elections
Prime Minister Albin Kurti warned on Wednesday that Kosovo will be forced to hold “consecutive” parliamentary elections if political parties fail to reach agreement on electing the country’s president, with less than a week remaining before the constitutional deadline expires. Kurti, who is also the leader of the ruling party …
“Albania–Greece Strategic Partnership Document” – Rama–Mitsotakis Meeting Revealed. Jokes About Attire
The Greek government has disclosed part of the conversation between Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis during their meeting held on Wednesday in Athens. In his remarks, Mitsotakis reiterated Athens’ official support for Albania’s path toward the EU and described the meeting as an opportunity …
First Two Cruise Ships of the Tourist Season Arrive in Durrës
Two cruise ships have arrived at the Port of Durrës, marking the opening of the tourist season, bringing visitors from different countries around the world who are expected to explore the city and its surrounding areas. A cruise ship flying the Belgian flag arrived around midday with 95 passengers and …
Rising Costs Reduce Interurban Transport in Berat, Bus Drivers Head Toward Bankruptcy
The increase in fuel prices and social insurance contributions by 25–30% has led in recent days to a significant reduction in interurban transport services in Berat. At the city’s only terminal, in Kombinat, buses on routes such as Tirana, Durrës, Vlorë, Kuçovë, etc., wait for passengers, but many of them …
LVV MP “Wishes Life Imprisonment for Hashim Thaçi” – Albin Kurti Reacts
The Prime Minister of Kosovo, Albin Kurti, has reacted to a statement by a member of his party, Fatos Geci, who “wished life imprisonment for former president Hashim Thaçi.” The head of government stated that the head of the LVV parliamentary group, Albulena Haxhiu, had warned MP Geci (from the …
‘Failure in Prevention’: Iran-Linked Hackers, Stolen Albanian Data and an FBI Sting
Revelations from the US about an alleged Iran-linked hacker group’s attempt to sell Albanians’ personal data have raised more questions about cyber defences in the Balkan country after a series of attacks on state systems. Original post Here
“PranverArt” opens 16th edition at Tirana Art Gallery
Galeria e Artit Tiranë opens the 16th edition of the exhibition “PranverArt” in Tirana. Then, more than 60 artists present their works using different visual art techniques, including painting, sculpture, and ceramics. Organizers Lazar Taçi and Maksim Bushi lead the exhibition. Next, the gallery welcomes a large number of visitors …
TIRANA, May 5 – The Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Ferit Hoxha, reacted to the adoption of a resolution by the Foreign Affairs Committee of the European Parliament with 58 votes in favour on the European Commission progress report on Albania for 2025. In a post on social media …
TIRANA, May 5 – During his stay in Denmark, Speaker Niko Peleshi met the President of the Senate of Belgium, Vincent Blondel. According to Speaker, the meeting focused on coordination and support for Albania’s path toward the European Union. In a post on social media, he said Albania remains among …
TIRANA, May 5 – The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs condemned recent missile and drone attacks carried out by Iran against the United Arab Emirates. In a statement, the Ministry said the strikes targeted critical infrastructure, including energy facilities. It added that these actions violate sovereignty and international law. …
The chairman of the Democratic Party of Albania, Sali Berisha, in a statement to the media emphasized that the PD remains a political force open to internal competition and the principle of “one member, one vote,” which he described as fundamental to the party’s functioning. He reiterated that the PD …
Members of the European Parliament in its Committee on Foreign Affairs have praised Albania’s commitment to the European Union accession process, highlighting the progress made in accession talks and the need for full implementation of adopted reforms. In a report adopted with 58 votes in favor, 7 against, and 7 …
Prime Minister Edi Rama, through a post on the platform X, reacted to a statement by Reporters Without Borders (RSF) regarding their report on media freedom in Albania. Rama wrote that he never said they measure government communication. According to him, compared to other reports, the RSF report contradicts assessments …
On Martyrs’ Day, a ceremony held at the Security Academy of Albania brought together representatives of the Ministry of Interior, senior leaders of the State Police, as well as family members and relatives of police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty, to honor fallen officers. Those …
The Kosovo Accreditation Agency, through a post on Facebook, announced that it has been officially recognized in the United States. According to the announcement, the Board of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) has recognized the Kosovo Accreditation Agency as an accrediting authority for seven years. “The Kosovo Accreditation …
The Committee on Foreign Affairs of the European Parliament has adopted its annual report on Montenegro, in which the country is described as the most advanced state in the process of accession to the European Union. The report calls for further strengthening the independence and efficiency of the judiciary, as …
The Prime Minister of Albania, Edi Rama, has reacted to the missile and drone attacks against the United Arab Emirates, describing them as an unprovoked and unjustifiable act of aggression against a sovereign state and regional peace itself. He emphasized that targeting the UAE—a country that represents peace, stability, and …