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Housefire leaves five families homeless in Golem

Five families have been left homeless in Golem, after the building where they lived was engulfed by flames this Tuesday night.  Firefighters intervened and isolated the flames, so that the fire did not spread to other apartments. Nevertheless, it is suspected that the cause was a defect in the electrical …

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Drugs and arsenal of guns busted in Kruja, one arrested and three wanted

Police of Kruja and the Special Operational Forces have finalized this Tuesday the “Red Mountain” operation, arresting the citizen Mehmet Sallaku, and declaring wanted Saba Sallaku, Anfon Sallaku and Ali Sallaku. Law enforcement have seized 1 Kalashnikov firearm, 21 offensive combat grenades, 17 defensive combat grenades, 40 unifying grenade igniters …

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Elbasan man arrested after sexually abusing 6-year-old girl

Elbasan police have put in handcuffs a 65-year-old man, who is accused of having intercourse with a 6-year-old minor in 2015.  It was the minor, now 14 years old, who together with her mother who went to the police station reporting the crime committed by the elderly man in 2015. …

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Durres young man arrested for firing kalashnikov rifle to intimidate cousin

A 26-year-old Euron Balla has been arrested this Tuesday by Durrës Police after firing a Kalashnikov in the air to threaten his 63-year-old cousin, after a conflict for trivial motives. Used firearm that was possessed by the 26-year-old without a permit, 2 combs and 54 combat cartridges, were found by …

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Four arrested, guns seized as criminal event prevented in Kruja

A criminal event has been prevented this Tuesday in Kruja, where the police officers have arrested 4 citizens who threatened the owner of a business with firearms, to withdraw the complaint against one of the arrested accused of committing theft in his business. During the controls, 1 firearm, pistol, 1 …

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PM Rama’s message for Mitsoakis after lack of invitation

Prime Minister Edi Rama has reacted for the first time after his Greek counterpart, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, did not invite him to participate in the dinner with the leaders of the region that was held on Monday (August 21) in Athens. The head of government said he had remained silent until …

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“Albania first in Europe for increasing the flow of flights”, Rama: Fantastic year

Prime Minister Edi Rama has shared good news with all Albanians. He has discovered through a graph posted on social networks that our country is the first in Europe for increasing the flow of flights. According to Rama, this is the fantastic year of Albania’s appearance in everyone’s eyes. “Here …

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Rama: Work of SPAK and GJKKO deserves respect and thanks

Prime Minister Edi Rama thanked SPAK and GjKKO for their continuous work even during the month of August. According to him, this justice was born today and is growing every day, because the Socialist Party of Albania kept its promise to realize, in the face of 100 years of mockery …

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Three Kosovo officials arrested on suspicion of oil misuse

The Kosovo police arrested Ridvan Muharremi in his restaurant. Police officials did not speak to the media after his arrest. Meanwhile, this arrest of Ridvan Muharrem comes as a result of the scandal related to the state reserves, specifically to the recordings for oil. The Kosovo Police today launched an …

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Begaj refuses Mitsotakis’ invitation

The President of the Republic, Bajram Begaj, has refused the invitation of the Prime Minister of Greece, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, to participate in an informal dinner, scheduled for August 21. This was confirmed to ABC News by the office of the President. “In response to your interest, we inform you that …

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Gonzato: Cooperation with General Prosecution Important for EU Membership Priorities

Silvio Gonzato met with Albania’s Prosecutor General Olsian Çela to discuss stronger institutional cooperation in delivering justice and fighting crime. During the meeting, the parties reaffirmed support for Albania’s prosecution system at all levels. They also highlighted assistance for the Case Management System. Moreover, both sides agreed that justice and …

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Koçiu: Albania Committed to Stronger Institutions Through UN80 Initiative

Albana Koçiu attended the UN80 initiative conference and highlighted the importance of reforming and modernizing the United Nations system. First, Koçiu said global challenges require stronger international cooperation. Therefore, she stressed that reforms within the UN are essential for supporting Albania’s European aspirations. Moreover, Koçiu reaffirmed Albania’s commitment to stronger …

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Rama: Trump Forced Europe to Face Its Weaknesses

Edi Rama said U.S. President Donald Trump pushed Europe to recognize its weaknesses and rethink its future security strategy. He made the remarks during the Lennart Meri Conference in Estonia. First, Rama argued that Europe should take Trump seriously, even if not every statement should be interpreted literally. According to …

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Rama: Europe Risks Distorting Economic Priorities Under Security Pressure

Edi Rama warned that Europe risks weakening its economic priorities if security concerns dominate political decision-making. He delivered the remarks during the Lennart Meri Conference in Estonia. First, Rama reaffirmed Albania’s strong commitment to NATO. He described Albanians as “Western Taliban,” explaining that Albania remains fully loyal to the transatlantic …

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Gonzato: EU Remains Committed to Multilateralism and International Order

Representatives of the diplomatic corps and senior Albanian government officials gathered in Tirana to discuss how United Nations reform can deliver concrete improvements at the national level. During the discussions, participants highlighted the important role of the UN both globally and in Albania. Moreover, Silvio Gonzato stressed that the European …

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Begaj: Albania Needs People Who Think Freely

Bajram Begaj visited the Mediterranean University of Albania, where he met with academics, professors, and students. He also toured classrooms, IT laboratories, and medical science facilities. During the visit, Begaj encouraged public and private universities to face modern challenges and prepare students for a rapidly changing world. Moreover, he said …

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VanHorn Hosts Family of Former Embassy Employee Who Died Under Communist Regime

Nancy VanHorn welcomed the family of Loni Adami at the U.S. Embassy in Tirana. She honored his courage and sacrifice as symbols of the struggle for freedom. Loni Adami and his colleague Kol Kuqali worked for the American embassy during Albania’s communist regime. Moreover, both men faced imprisonment and torture …

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Beja at UNCTAD: Albanian Customs Moving Toward Full EU Standards Alignment

Besmir Beja held an official meeting at the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development in Geneva to discuss the modernization of Albania’s customs systems and their alignment with European Union standards. During the meetings with ASYCUDA program officials, participants highlighted the progress made by the Albanian customs administration in …

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Albanian Film Artist Shyqyri Sako Passes Away at 89

Shyqyri Sako, one of Albania’s most respected film artists, passed away at the age of 89. During a career that lasted more than 50 years, Sako worked extensively in Albanian cinema and contributed to the visual identity of many films. First, he studied film painting for three years at the …

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Gonxhja: Prishtina and Durrës Ready to Write a Historic Chapter in Mediterranean Sport

Blendi Gonxhja held an important working meeting with officials involved in the preparations for the Mediterranean Games Prishtina 2030. First, the meeting included Julian Pace Bonello, as well as representatives of the International Committee of Mediterranean Games, Kosovo’s Olympic Committee, and Albania’s Olympic leadership. Moreover, discussions focused on coordination and …

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Gonzato: Cooperation with General Prosecution Important for EU Membership Priorities

Silvio Gonzato met with Albania’s Prosecutor General Olsian Çela to discuss stronger institutional cooperation in delivering justice and fighting crime. During the meeting, the parties reaffirmed support for Albania’s prosecution system at all levels. They also highlighted assistance for the Case Management System. Moreover, both sides agreed that justice and …

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Koçiu: Albania Committed to Stronger Institutions Through UN80 Initiative

Albana Koçiu attended the UN80 initiative conference and highlighted the importance of reforming and modernizing the United Nations system. First, Koçiu said global challenges require stronger international cooperation. Therefore, she stressed that reforms within the UN are essential for supporting Albania’s European aspirations. Moreover, Koçiu reaffirmed Albania’s commitment to stronger …

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Rama: Trump Forced Europe to Face Its Weaknesses

Edi Rama said U.S. President Donald Trump pushed Europe to recognize its weaknesses and rethink its future security strategy. He made the remarks during the Lennart Meri Conference in Estonia. First, Rama argued that Europe should take Trump seriously, even if not every statement should be interpreted literally. According to …

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Rama: Europe Risks Distorting Economic Priorities Under Security Pressure

Edi Rama warned that Europe risks weakening its economic priorities if security concerns dominate political decision-making. He delivered the remarks during the Lennart Meri Conference in Estonia. First, Rama reaffirmed Albania’s strong commitment to NATO. He described Albanians as “Western Taliban,” explaining that Albania remains fully loyal to the transatlantic …

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Gonzato: EU Remains Committed to Multilateralism and International Order

Representatives of the diplomatic corps and senior Albanian government officials gathered in Tirana to discuss how United Nations reform can deliver concrete improvements at the national level. During the discussions, participants highlighted the important role of the UN both globally and in Albania. Moreover, Silvio Gonzato stressed that the European …

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Begaj: Albania Needs People Who Think Freely

Bajram Begaj visited the Mediterranean University of Albania, where he met with academics, professors, and students. He also toured classrooms, IT laboratories, and medical science facilities. During the visit, Begaj encouraged public and private universities to face modern challenges and prepare students for a rapidly changing world. Moreover, he said …

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VanHorn Hosts Family of Former Embassy Employee Who Died Under Communist Regime

Nancy VanHorn welcomed the family of Loni Adami at the U.S. Embassy in Tirana. She honored his courage and sacrifice as symbols of the struggle for freedom. Loni Adami and his colleague Kol Kuqali worked for the American embassy during Albania’s communist regime. Moreover, both men faced imprisonment and torture …

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Beja at UNCTAD: Albanian Customs Moving Toward Full EU Standards Alignment

Besmir Beja held an official meeting at the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development in Geneva to discuss the modernization of Albania’s customs systems and their alignment with European Union standards. During the meetings with ASYCUDA program officials, participants highlighted the progress made by the Albanian customs administration in …

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Albanian Film Artist Shyqyri Sako Passes Away at 89

Shyqyri Sako, one of Albania’s most respected film artists, passed away at the age of 89. During a career that lasted more than 50 years, Sako worked extensively in Albanian cinema and contributed to the visual identity of many films. First, he studied film painting for three years at the …

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Gonxhja: Prishtina and Durrës Ready to Write a Historic Chapter in Mediterranean Sport

Blendi Gonxhja held an important working meeting with officials involved in the preparations for the Mediterranean Games Prishtina 2030. First, the meeting included Julian Pace Bonello, as well as representatives of the International Committee of Mediterranean Games, Kosovo’s Olympic Committee, and Albania’s Olympic leadership. Moreover, discussions focused on coordination and …