The elections in Kukes/ Celibashi tells how much will cost to the state budget
The chairman of the Central Election Commission, Ilirjan Celibashi, has spoken about the partial elections in the Kukes Municipality, which will be held on September 24. He said that there are over 45,000 voters in Kukes, who can exercise their right to elect the new head of the municipality. “It …
Minister Hasani participate in high-level meetings of the UN General Assembly
As part of the High Level Week of the UN General Assembly, the Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Igli Hasani, part of the Albanian delegation headed by President Bajram Begaj, participated in the working morning organized by the Minister of Foreign Affairs. Foreign Minister of Italy, Antonio Tajani, with …
Begaj at the UN: Sustainable development, our strong guarantee for a world of peace and stability
President Bajram Begaj has participated in the High Level Political Forum for Sustainable Development at the UN. At the invitation of the Secretary General of the UN, Begaj participated in this meeting that preceded the start of the 78th Session of the UN General Assembly. President Begaj spoke on behalf of …
Elbasan, youth arrested on drugs charges
A 26-year-old that was declared wanted during the “Temple” operation has been handcuffed by the Elbasan police, as announced Tuesday morning. According to the police, the young man was arrested in the “28 November” neighborhood. Law enforcement revealed that he was declared wanted after the Court of First Instance of …
Young man caught for hauling 12 ilegal migrants
A 36-year-old man from Kukësi was arrested this Tuesday morning in Fushe Kruja area after he was trafficking 12 illegal immigrants. Police announced that the young man would traffic the emigrants in the direction of Kosovo, against a financial sum of 600 EUR per person. He had left Saranda in …
Rama meeting with the Foreign Minister of the UK
Prime Minister Edi Rama, during his stay in New York, met with the Foreign Minister of Great Britain James Cleverly. “New York, With the British Foreign Minister, James Cleverly”, writes Rama. The head of the government is participating in the annual proceedings of the General Assembly as well as in …
Former v.premier objects house checks in Constitutional Court
Former Vice Prime Minister, Arben Ahmetaj has opposed the decision on his house’s checks in the Constitutional Court, arguing that they are illegal. Through his defense lawyers, the former number two of the government appealed to the Constitutional Court the control of the cohabitant’s apartment. He requests the annulment of …
Killer of TSO’s ex-director to face court on murder charges
A 40-year-old Dorjan Keqi, arrested about 1 year ago as an accomplice in the murder of the former director of the Transmission System Operator in Electric Energy for the North, Saimir Jaku, will face in court the charge of “Murder in other qualifying circumstances “, carried out in cooperation with …
Elected nayor of Himara left again in prison by Special Court
Appellate of the Special Court (GJKKO) has again left the elected mayor of Himara, Fredi Beleri in prison this Monday. Beleri has requested the release or change of his security measure, but it seems that the request has not been taken into account and the decision to keep the elected …
Execution prevented in Vlora, six arrested
Vlora’s Local Police Directorate has conducted this Monday the police operation codenamed “Obelisk”, in cooperation with the “RENEA” Special Forces, arresting citizens Satilno Basho, Mariglen Aliaj, Bruno Shehu, Mehmet Hoxhaj, Beraldo Xhindi and Kevin Metaj. Santilno Basho and Mariglen Aliaj, part of a dangerous criminal group, were caught armed in …
The Emergency Intervention Fund has reached 8.2 billion lek (around 85 million euros) after annual contributions from commercial banks for 2026. The Bank of Albania said the fund was created in 2018. It aims to support the resolution of banks that face financial difficulties in the future. At the same …
Museum Week 2026 has transformed one of the capital’s top attractions. History, contemporary art, and music met at the Mosaic of Tirana. The site hosted the “Beautiful Minds of Albania” 2026 event. Blendi Gonxhja, the Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Sport, shared details about the gathering. The organizers presented innovative …
Albania is entering a new phase in its European Union membership talks. The 8th Albania-EU Intergovernmental Conference will take place in Brussels on May 26, 2026. This meeting opens the path to the closing phase of EU accession negotiations. The Media and Information Agency announced the news today. The EU’s …
The Ombudsman, Endrit Shabani, hosted the non-resident Ambassador of Canada to Albania, Elissa Golberg, today. During the meeting, the pair discussed the importance of bilateral cooperation. They also focused on strengthening independent institutions in Albania. Shabani outlined the current priorities of the Ombudsman’s office. He emphasized protecting human rights, increasing …
Gabriele De Fabritiis won Stage 5 of the Tour of Albania 2026 on Thursday. The final stage started in Vlorë and ended in Fier after 121.3 kilometers. De Fabritiis crossed the finish line first after nearly three hours of racing. Georgios Bouglas finished second, while Alin Toader took third place. …
The fourth edition of “Automotive Fair Albania” opened in Tirana and brought together car enthusiasts, technology experts, and industry professionals. The fair will continue until May 24. Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu attended the opening ceremony on Thursday evening. Koçiu said the event reflects a modern Albania that moves quickly …
Head of the OSCE Presence in Albania, Ambassador Michel Tarran, met today with representatives of civil society to discuss electoral reform. The meeting took place at the request of civil society groups. Representatives from the Albanian Helsinki Committee, BIRN Albania, the Institute of Political Studies, the Westminster Foundation for Democracy, …
Durana Tech Park has joined the network of pilot sites under the Eco-Industrial Parks Initiative in the Western Balkans. The park, owned by the Albanian Investment Corporation, stands near Tirana and focuses on technology, innovation, and advanced industries. As a result, the project will help Albania attract international investors and …
The chairman of the Republican Party, Fatmir Mediu, during his visit to Washington, attended a dinner organized in honor of the U.S. Deputy Secretary of State, Christopher Landau. During meetings and discussions with Deputy Secretary Landau, they talked about the importance of continued United States support for a democratic Albania …
Sources told Euronews Albania that the ambassadors of EU member states have approved the interim benchmarks report for Albania. The approval of this report paves the way for the intergovernmental conference between Albania and the EU, which will be held on Tuesday. The Council of the European Union also announced …