Bill Clinton to Albania today/ Police announce the measures
In the framework of the visit to Albania of the former president of the USA, Bill Clinton, the police announces that it has taken a series of measures starting from Rinas airport, escorting to Tirana in the places where the meetings will take place, accommodation and escorting to Rinas, at …
Explosion in North Mitrovica
The Kosovo Police said that in the early hours of July 3, an explosion occurred in North Mitrovica, a municipality inhabited by a majority of Serbs. According to the Police, the vehicle that exploded is suspected to have been a shock bomb. The event happened at 00:52. Police officials, according …
Genocide against Chams, Idrizi: Albanian to condemn violence against them
The MP of PDIU, Shpetim Idrizi, this Monday in the plenary session recalled the genocide of Chameria. In his speech, Idrizi expressed his regret that even in the Parliament of Albania, which has condemned the genocides that took place in Kosovo, Bosnia, etc., there is still no decision to condemn …
Kruja-Qafe Shtama road blocked due to land slides
Heavy rains that fell during the night caused problems on the Krujë-Qafë Shtame road segment near the rock of Vaja this Sunday. This axis got blocked and vehicles could not circulate, while authorities were working to fully open the road. Meanwhile, the Zeza River reached its highest level, getting out …
Double murder in Dukagjin/ Police is investigated a fight that happened a year ago
Shkodra’s police have focused their investigations on the murder of father and son in Dukagjin, in a conflict that Gjoke Gurra had a year ago with a fellow villager. Sources from the investigative team told ABC News that the 57-year-old and his acquaintance, who is now being investigated by police, …
Bill Clinton visit to Albania
The 42nd President of the United States of America, Bill Clinton, will visit Albania for the first time on July 3 and 4, 2023. Clinton and the accompanying delegation will arrive in Tirana, where at 19:00 they will be welcomed by Prime Minister Edi Rama in a special official ceremony …
Unclaimed money, over 1.5 million euros, seized in a few months at border crossing
Albanian citizens, but also foreigners who do not declare their income at the border, is one of the criminal offenses that has been increasing in recent years. Referring to the data of the State Police, in the 6 months of this year, the border police seized about 1.5 million euros. …
45 arrested on drugs charges in Elbasan to face court
Persons detained during the operation ‘Rrjeta’ for trafficking and distribution of narcotics, appear this Sunday in front of the court of Elbasan. Elbasan’s Prosecution has submitted the request for setting the security measure against 45 persons detained on June 29 thanks to the coded operation “Network”. 45 people were arrested …
Little boy injured as motorbike gets crashed by city bus in Tirana
A city bus of the Ringroad line in the Albanian capital, Tirana was involved in an accident this Sunday morning. Police informed that the bus collided with a motorcycle on “Ferit Xhajko” street. As a result, a 12-year-old, who was a passenger on the motorcycle, was injured. Law enforcement announced …
Italian tourist saved after boat capsized in Shengjin beach
A tourist from Italy was saved in Shengjin beach after the strong wind overturned his sailboat making him fall into the sea. The 63-year-old man was pulled out of the water by the patrol services and transported by the Border Police’s boat. He was escorted to the premises of the …
A delegation from Albania’s Agency for Agricultural and Rural Development (AZHBR) joined the 65th edition of the Panta Rhei Conference in Dublin. The conference brought together technology, innovation and public administration experts from EU paying agencies, member states and candidate countries. During the event, the Albanian delegation explored the latest …
Prime Minister Edi Rama awarded renowned violinist and musician Tedi Papavrami with the “Star of the Officer of the Supreme Order of the Eagle” on behalf of the President of the Republic. The ceremony took place at Eden Park inside the Prime Minister’s Office. Rama described Papavrami as “a shining …
Albania’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Ferit Hoxha, met with Andreas Schieder during his visit to Brussels. Hoxha praised Schieder’s work and continued commitment following the recent resolution on Albania adopted by the European Parliament’s Committee on Foreign Affairs (AFET). He said the report sends a strong and encouraging …
Renowned violinist Tedi Papavrami said he has never lost his connection with Albania, despite the difficult and contradictory chapters of his life linked to the country. Papavrami spoke during a ceremony at the Prime Minister’s Office in Tirana, where Prime Minister Edi Rama presented him with the “Star of the …
TIRANA, May 11 – BBC has published an extensive guide to the 35 competing songs in Eurovision Song Contest 2026 and has given special attention to Albania’s entry “Nan” by Alis. The British broadcaster placed Albania in its category of songs with culturally rich lyrics and described “Nan” as one …
Albania’s Minister of State for Local Government Ervin Demo held an official meeting with Greece’s ambassador to Albania, Lambrini Komini. During the talks, Demo highlighted the strong good-neighbourly relations between Albania and Greece. He stressed the importance of strengthening bilateral cooperation in areas of shared interest. He said the partnership …
Delina Ibrahimaj attends the Western Balkans employment conference in Berlin under the Berlin Process. She joins ministers and international partners. Germany’s Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs organizes the event. The conference launches the Joint Action Plan for Employment and Social Policies for the Western Balkans. The plan strengthens …
Representatives from Albania, Italy, and Portugal gather in Tirana and discuss inclusive governance in rural and mountain areas. They exchange experiences and share best practices on civic engagement and democratic participation. The conference “Mountain Voices for Engaged and Sustainable Democracy” (MOVES) takes place in Tirana and brings together local and …
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha meets Swedish Foreign Minister Maria Stenergard in Brussels. The meeting takes place during the EU Foreign Affairs Council session. First, Hoxha confirms excellent relations between Albania and Sweden. He also highlights their partnership as NATO allies. In addition, both sides exchange views …
Finance Minister Petrit Malaj attends the “Strengthening Internal Audit” conference in Tirana. The Institute of Internal Auditors Albania organizes the event. Bank of Albania Governor Gent Sejko and IIA Global President Anthony Pugliese also attend. Malaj says internal audit is a key pillar of good governance, transparency, and financial integrity. …