Slovenia Celebrates Euro 2024 Progress, Other Balkan Teams Rue Strife-Marred Misfortunes
Albania, Croatia and Serbia are out of Euro 2024, but Slovenia reached the knockout stages of a major football tournament for the first time since independence – while their impeccably behaved fans set an example to their misbehaving Balkan neighbours. Original post Here
1.1 kilograms of cocaine seized, three arrested
Tirana’s Antidrug has arrested 3 people during an action against drug trafficking in Tirana. It is learned that 3 young people were caught near the “Myslym Shyri” street in an attempt to sell a significant amount of cocaine. Journalist Ervin Leka told “ABC News” that after the search, the police …
Right to information/ Rama: We have transformed the legal basis
The Prime Minister of Albania, Edi Rama, present at the Sixth National Conference on the “Right to Information” said that the country has made great progress in the field of legislation. “Many of the things that appear to us and are pointed out to us either by the public or …
Veliaj welcomes the former head of the CIA, Robert Gorelick
The Mayor of Tirana, Erion Veliaj, has received in a meeting Robert Gorelick, the former head of the CIA in Italy and other countries of the world, who has visited the Albanian capital for the first time. In a post on the X platform, Veliaj expresses his happiness about the …
Albanian Businessman ‘Bankrolling Fugitive Ex-Deputy PM’, Prosecutors Claim
Albanian prosecutors believe businessman Ilir Dedja could be financing the comfortable life in Swiss exile of fugitive former deputy prime minister Arben Ahmetaj, who is wanted on corruption charges. Original post Here
Albania Upholds Ethnic Greek Mayor-Elect’s Vote-Buying Conviction
An appeals court confirmed the conviction for vote-buying of Fredi Beleri, mayor-elect of Himara, whose case has caused a diplomatic row between Tirana and Athens – potentially barring him from Albanian domestic political life for two decades. Original post Here
With court recognition of Berisha-led DP, main opposition party shows signs of unity
TIRANA, June 25, 2024 – Ending years of turmoil, a court has placed Albania’s main opposition Democratic Party officially under the control of the faction that has the most support among voters. The decision means the state-recognized seal and funding will now shift from the minority faction led by Lulzim …
Eight doctors accused for abuse of power, the court gives the decisions
The Court of Tirana has set the security measure of “house arrest” and “compulsion to appear” for some doctors and employees of the Oncology Department at the University Hospital Center in Tirana for abuse of duty. According to the investigations, these people, who were employed at the state hospital “Mother …
A Turkish citizen arrested in Kapshtica, is expected his extradition to Instanbul
A 50-year-old man from Turkey, sentenced to over ten years in prison for the production and sale of narcotics, was arrested at the border crossing point in Kapshtica. He was arrested at the entrance to Albania and arrested by the Narcotics Investigation Section of DVP Korçë, with the aim of …
SPAK has requested two years in prison for the elected mayor of Himara
The Court of Special Appeal will give the decision on Tuesday at 13:00 for the elected mayor of the Municipality of Himara, Fredi Beleri. ABC News reporter Ermal Vija reports that the Appeal will be heard in connection with the announcement of the decision. Fredi Beleri and Pandeli Kokaveshi plead …
Self-censorship is rife among Albanian journalists and news editors who fear crossing powerful, politically connected media moguls, a BIRN survey reveals. Original post Here
The Council of the European Union has appointed German diplomat Dirk Schubel as the new EU Special Representative for Kosovo. Schubel will take office on September 1, 2026, with an initial two-year mandate, replacing Estonian diplomat Aivo Orav. With extensive experience, Schubel has worked in the European External Action Service, …
TIRANA, July 14 – Butrint National Park has launched a new official website to provide visitors with a more accessible digital experience. The website uses the slogan “Before us, there was Butrint” and helps visitors plan their trips more easily. It also presents the park’s history, monuments and cultural heritage. …
Petrela Castle continues to attract visitors as one of Albania’s most popular cultural tourism destinations. Located on a hill about 17 kilometers southeast of Tirana, the castle offers impressive views of the Erzen Valley and a unique experience for both local and international visitors. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared images …
TIRANA, July 14 – Albania will experience stable weather conditions on Tuesday, according to the Military Meteorological Service. The country will have mostly clear skies, while northern areas may see some passing clouds in the afternoon. Meanwhile, winds will blow from northwest to northeast at an average speed of 7 …
Talented mathematics student Marius Gjika won the silver medal at the International Summer Mathematics Camp Olympiad held in Beijing, China. Education Minister Mirela Kumbaro congratulated Gjika and the Albanian team, saying the achievement represents a source of pride for the country. Following this success, the Albanian mathematics team has traveled …
TIRANA, July 14 – Albania is set to provisionally close its first 3 European Union negotiation chapters during the 9th Albania–EU Intergovernmental Conference in Brussels today. Prime Minister Edi Rama said the country has reached an important stage in its European integration process. He added that Albania continues its progress …
TIRANA, July 14 – Albania is gaining growing attention as one of Europe’s most attractive summer destinations in 2026, according to Spanish media outlet “Noticias del Vino”. In an article by Teresa Navarro Ortega, the publication highlights Albania’s crystal-clear beaches, UNESCO-protected historic cities, mountain landscapes and affordable travel options compared …
Prime Minister Edi Rama joined the Coalition of the Willing summit in Paris on Sunday at the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron. The summit brought together heads of state and government, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to coordinate international support for Ukraine. During the …
EU Ambassador to Albania Silvio Gonzato called on young Albanians to defend their rights and take an active role in shaping their future. During the weekend, Gonzato met young participants at RinCamp, organized by the National Youth Agency. During the discussion, he stressed that young people are not only beneficiaries …