38-year-old shot dead in Durres had no open conflicts
A serious event happened in the early hours of this Wednesday morning, where 38-year-old Fatjon Dervishi was executed in Katund te Sukthi, near the train tracks. The victim is a resident of the Katund Sukth area and does not have a previous criminal record. When he was shot by the …
Young man arrested for drug cultivation
A 38-year-old man was arrested by the police in the village of Qerret in Vau i Dejës, during operation coded “Seized”, aimed at cracking down on a case of cultivation of narcotic plants. Police anounced that the 38-year-old man, responsible for the illegal activity was identified, caught and have been …
Car used for Rreshen killing had fake number plates
Police have not yet been able to identify the perpetrators who opened fire yesterday in Mirdita, leaving one dead, Martin Bardhi, and three wounded. Vehicle that was found burned after the incident was found to have forged license plates and no trace of it was found. For the event, about …
Rama: EU needs Western Balkans as much as we need them
In his speech at this ministerial meeting, Prime Minister Edi Rama declared that the time has come to think outside the box. Furthermore, the Head of Albanian Government emphasized that today the EU needs the Western Balkans as much as the Western Balkans needs the EU. “I want to remind …
Rama’s two-day visit to Italy
Prime Minister Edi Rama is expected to leave this Tuesday for Italy for a two-day visit. Journalist Esiona Konomi reports that the head of the government will meet this afternoon with Ignazio La Russa, President of the Senate of the Republic of Italy. The following day, several official meetings are …
Tragic, a 62-year old is killed near the hospital
A tragic event happened this morning in Rreshen. It is reported that one person was killed. The serious incident happened around 10:40 near the city hospital. Journalist Gjergji Figuri reports that the victim has been identified as Martin Bardhi, 62 years old. It is suspected that he was executed for …
Tahiri’s former bodyguard left in prison on drug charges
Appellate instance of the Special Court against Corruption and Organized Crime (GJKO) has upheld the sentence of 8.8 years in prison for Hekuran Marku, former bodyguard of Saimir Tahir this Tuesday. Mark was found guilty of drug trafficking and organized criminal group after the operation coded “Spirit”, as he was …
One killed and three injured in Rreshen
One person was killed, while three others were injured this afternoon in Rreshen. Journalist Gjergj Figuri brings to ABC News the first images from the scene. Official police sources said that Martin Bardhi was killed today while he was standing near the Rreshen hospital, while as a result of the …
Serbia declared three days mourning for the terrorists killed in Banjska, Rama: The worst signal that could give to the region
Prime Minister Edi Rama reacted after Serbia announced three days of mourning for the death of terrorist Serbs in Banjska of Zveçan. Through a post on social networks, he considered this decision as the worst signal that Serbia could give to the region and the Euro-Atlantic community. According to Rama, …
Over 7 milion foreigners visited Albania in jan-aug 2023
Albania is experiencing its best tourist year in post-transition history. From north to south, on the beaches, in the mountains, in the historical cities, in bars and restaurants, everywhere, you meet tourists from different nations. INSTAT data show that the arrivals of foreign citizens for the first 8 months of …
Albania enters a new phase of tourism development and strengthens its position as one of Europe’s most dynamic destinations, according to Travel and Tour World (TTW). After a record of more than 12 million international visitors, the country prepares for another strong tourist season. It expects further growth driven by …
Prime Minister Edi Rama today shared images from the 8th Intergovernmental Conference between Albania and the European Union, held in Brussels. He expressed pride in what he described as an increasingly European Albania. During the press conference with EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos and Cyprus Deputy Minister for European Affairs …
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha said today that Albania’s EU integration process is moving forward through merit, reforms, and lasting institutional change. In a post on X, Hoxha referred to progress in Albania’s negotiations with the European Union after the 8th Intergovernmental Conference on IBAR. Hoxha said …
Eid al-Adha is one of the two most important holidays for Muslim believers, together with Eid al-Fitr. It marks a special moment in the Islamic calendar. Moreover, it is a day of reflection, sacrifice, and solidarity. Religious Meaning and Origins According to Islamic tradition, Eid al-Adha commemorates the willingness of …
Muslim believers across Albania are celebrating Eid al-Adha today, the holiday that symbolizes the great sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim, the father of prophets. Muslims across the country began the celebration early in the morning by gathering in mosques for prayers. In Tirana, hundreds of worshippers performed prayers on “Dëshmorët e …
Muslims across Albania today celebrate Eid al-Adha, one of Islam’s most important holidays. The holiday symbolizes sacrifice, devotion, and solidarity. Early in the morning, believers gathered in mosques across the country to perform Eid prayers. In Tirana, hundreds of worshippers prayed on “Dëshmorët e Kombit” Boulevard. After the prayer, the …
President Bajram Begaj today congratulated Muslim believers on Eid al-Adha. He wished Albanian families more prosperity, health, harmony, and kindness. He also highlighted the values that the holiday represents. Begaj said Eid al-Adha reminds people of sacrifice, devotion to God, solidarity, and care for those in need. Furthermore, he stressed …
Prime Minister Edi Rama tonight congratulated Muslim believers on the occasion of Eid al-Adha. Rama shared images from the celebration at the Grand Mosque of Tirana and wrote, “Blessed day, bright night. Happy Eid al-Adha.” Today, believers performed the Eid prayer on “Dëshmorët e Kombit” Boulevard in Tirana. The Albanian …
Acting Prime Minister of Kosovo Albin Kurti visited the Mufti of Kosovo, Naim Tërnava, at the headquarters of the Islamic Community of Kosovo on the occasion of Eid al-Adha. He said the holiday obliges people to show solidarity and generosity for the common good. Kurti also recalled the sacrifice of …
President Bajram Begaj welcomed the 8th Albania-EU Intergovernmental Conference on Monday. He called it a historic moment for Albania’s European path. The conference officially opens the closing phase of accession talks with the European Union. Begaj said Albania took another important step toward the European family. He described EU integration …