Tirana, two arrested for illegally selling luxury jewellery
Two people were arrested by the Tirana police this Thursday after being accused of selling expensive goods without a tax invoice. During the operation coded “Sahati”, as a result of the continuous monitoring of economic entities that sell their products online, it was found that the two citizens who were …
US Embassy’s message on democratic parliament group’s head clashes
US Embassy to Tirana has underlined this Thursday that they believe that functional democratic institutions, including an opposition, are vital for any healthy democracy, when it comes to the clashes in the Democratic Party about the head of the DP parliamentary group. In a reaction for the local media, the …
Elbasan incinerator case, Special Court to make decision on october
Special Court held this Thursday the next session regardig the two defendants in the Elbasan incinerator, where it decided to postpone the decision to October 5. According to the information, a defense session was held in court this Thursday for two companies which are represented by two lawyers who performed …
Verbal “war” with Russia/ Frrok Çupi: What Rama testified in his speech
Albania for the first time led a high-level meeting of the UN Security Council, which focused on Russian aggression in Ukraine. At the beginning of the session, the Russian ambassador responded to the leader of the meeting, the prime minister of Albania, Edi Rama, asking not to give the right …
Residents evacuated as flames engulf Durres residential building
Tenth floor of a building in the city of Durres was engulfed in flames late on Wednesday evening. Authorities reacted in time, making it possible to immediately evacuate the residents, who fortunately were not injured by the fire. However, the event happened in district no. 4, near the train station. …
‘Temple’ operation, young man arrested on drugs charges in Tirana
A 29-year-old man was arrested this Thursday after being declared wanted on drugs charges as part of the “Temple” operation, taking the number of detainees in the capital to 94. During this operation, 10 kilograms of cannabis, 3.7 kg of cocaine, 150 doses of heroin, 1 firearm and 12 vehicles …
Albania launches 2023 Census following delays, challenges
TIRANA, Sept. 18, 2023 – Albania has officially commenced its 2023 Population and Housing Census, organized by the Albanian Institute of Statistics (INSTAT). The data collection process in the field will employ direct interviews and electronic tablets and is set to last six weeks, with preliminary results expected in June …
The chairmanship of the Security Council from Albania also helps Kosovo
According to the former ambassador of Albania to the UN, Xenofon Krisafi, who was invited to “Tirana Live”, the presence of Albania, a member and leader of the Security Council, undoubtedly serves the image of Albania, but also all Albanians everywhere. According to him, it is the duty of the …
SPAK submits the claim for the Dimal municipality file
The special prosecution requests a total of 13 years in prison for 3 former municipal officials and 2 representatives of a private firm. They are accused of corruption, abuse of duty and exercise of illegal influence. Specifically: Arben Guraj 4 years in prison/ 2 years and 8 months in prison, …
Elections chief: Parliament constitutionally obligated to grant diaspora distance-voting rights by year’s end
TIRANA, Sept. 20, 2023 – Ilirjan Celibashi, the head of Albania’s Central Election Commission (CEC), says the country’s parliament must provide a solution to the issue of Albanian citizens being able to vote from abroad by December as per the recent decision of Albania’s highest court. In a press conference …
Greece is increasing efforts to restart talks with Albania on maritime borders. Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias will visit Tirana next week for high-level meetings. He will meet Albanian Defense Minister Ermal Nufi and Prime Minister Edi Rama. The visit aims to revive talks on maritime border delimitation. In October …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania will officially open the final phase of European Union membership negotiations on May 26 in Brussels. He said Albania successfully completed the opening phase of the process. During his weekly remarks, Rama highlighted the discussions between the European Commission and EU member states in …
The Albanian Football Federation took part in the “UEFA Grow for Human Resources and Financial Management” conference in Warsaw. The event brought together representatives from European football federations. The conference focused on human resources and financial management inside football federations. Participants discussed organizational structures, internal processes and strategic planning. They …
Igli Hasani praised Italy’s support for Albania as steady, concrete and sincere. He said the backing extends across Italy’s political spectrum. During an official visit to Rome, Hasani met senior Italian officials. They focused on Albania’s path toward European integration and parliamentary cooperation between the two countries. Hasani met with …
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha thanked U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio for honoring Mother Teresa. He praised her as a saint of Albanian origin who left a strong legacy of compassion, humility and service to humanity. In a social media post, Hoxha said Mother Teresa’s life …
Parliamentary Group Chair of the Socialist Party Taulant Balla said Albania’s European Union integration requires continued reforms and strong citizen involvement. He spoke during a discussion with students of the European University of Tirana held at Preza Castle. Balla focused on the progress of reforms and the fulfillment of conditions …
Three young innovators presented their projects on the podcast “Flasim”, hosted by Prime Minister Edi Rama. First, they introduced ideas focused on technology, research and agriculture. Then, they explained how innovation can become industry in Albania. Fabjola presented a self-healing concrete technology. She said the material uses industrial waste. It …
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio paid tribute to the legacy of Mother Teresa during a visit to the Missionaries of Charity. The U.S. Embassy in Tirana shared Rubio’s statement on social media. Rubio said Mother Teresa left an extraordinary legacy of compassion and service. He said he was honored …
The European Union Delegation in Albania has condemned the latest Russian drone and missile attacks on Ukraine. It said the strikes targeted Kyiv during the night and caused several casualties. It also said the residential complex where the Ambassador of the Republic of Albania in Ukraine lives was hit. The …
The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs summoned the Ambassador of the Russian Federation in Tirana, Alexey Zaitsev, to deliver a strong protest. The ministry responded to massive drone and missile attacks overnight in Ukraine. It said the attacks hit the residential complex where …