U.S Embassy warns citizens in Tirana: Avoid gathering
As in every protest and gathering in Tirana, even today the American embassy warns its citizens to be careful. In an announcement on the official website of the American embassy in Tirana, it appeals to its citizens to avoid the gathering. “A protest is planned to take place on Dëshmorët …
Protest of Democratic Party, the first images
The opposition led by the former prime minister, Sali Berisha, is holding the national protest on the “Dëshmorët e Kombit” boulevard. ABC News brings views from above the Boulevard. Along with Berisha in the square is the head of the Freedom Party, Ilir Meta. Meta just came out of his …
Berisha: We are starting today the democratic revolution
From Dëshmorët e Kombit Boulevard, while taking the floor at the protest, Sali Berisha said where the democratic revolution starts. “Dear people present in this popular tsunami of the democratic revolution. Albanians and Albanians, wherever you are, who have been waiting impatiently for this day, the great day of the …
Money laundering and part of a criminal group / SPAK demands 16 years in prison for two associates of Rezart Taçi
The Special Prosecutor’s Office requested 16 years in prison for two associates of businessman Rezart Taci. It is about Artur Balla, against whom SPAK demands a sentence of 8.8 years in prison, and Bledar Lilo, for whom 8 years in prison is demanded. The charges brought against them are “Cleaning …
Weed houses dismantled in Vlora and Selenica, several Arrested
Police of Vlora have conducted an operation in several villages in the municipality of Selenica and in Vlora in closed premises for shepherds’ houses. According to police sources, the action started at noon on February 9 and continued until the early hours of this Friday morning. Police sources in Vlora …
Vlora director informs on Anti-drug operation
VLora Police Director Ermal Muçaj has given details regarding the anti-drug action in Vlora, which led to the discovery of two “grow houses”, in which 6 people were arrested and two were declared wanted. The operation started at 11:00 on 09.02.2023, at the same time, in the neighborhood “10 Korriku” …
Gjiknuri in SPAK: Tirana-Elbasan among the most abusive projects
The General Secretary of the Socialist Party, Damian Gjiknuri, stated that he has appeared in SPAK to testify about one of the biggest abuses on the Tirana-Elbasan road, which according to him was contracted to be built with a value that started with 240 million euros and ended with 400 …
Earthquake tremors in Albania
Earthquake tremors were recorded a few moments ago in Albania. It is learned that the epicenter of the earthquake was in the village of Mjekës, about 7 km from Elbasan, while the tremors were recorded with a magnitude of 4.1 on the Richter scale. The tremors were felt in several …
President Begaj host Lord Stuart Peach
The President of the Republic, Bajram Begaj, received today the Special Envoy of the British Government for the Western Balkans, Lord Stuart Peach. President Begaj praised the great attention that the British government pays to the Western Balkans region, as well as hailed Lord Peach’s role in promoting strong democratic …
Sentenced to 8 years in prison, an Albanian is arrested in Italy
In Rinas, it has become possible to capture an Albanian sentenced to eight years in prison in Italy for several crimes. The police inform that the arrested person is Dritan Hyka (Asimaj), from Vlora. The procedures to extradite him to Italy will now begin. Internationally wanted, sentenced to 8 years …
The Diaspora Summit IV opened today in Tirana. It gathers Albanians from around the world. The event promotes cooperation, identity, and development. The summit runs on April 13–15. It uses the slogan “Through roots we rise.” It brings together diaspora representatives, state institutions, business leaders, academics, and civil society. The …
The match between Bylis and Dinamo City ended 1–1 in Ballsh. It was part of week 31 of the Albanian Superliga. First, Bylis took the lead early. In the 9th minute, Aboubacar Camara scored. As a result, the home team went ahead. However, Dinamo City pushed forward. In the 82nd …
Ferit Hoxha said the Albanian diaspora represents “Albania beyond borders.” He shared the message on social media. He spoke after the opening of the Fourth Diaspora Summit. During the event, President Bajram Begaj honored several prominent diaspora figures. Hoxha praised the diaspora’s role. He highlighted its contribution to promoting Albania …
The Ministria për Evropën dhe Punët e Jashtme e Shqipërisë congratulated Hungary’s new Prime Minister Péter Magyar and the Tisza Party. First, the ministry welcomed the election victory. It praised the strong mandate from Hungarian voters. Moreover, it said Albania values close cooperation with Hungary. Therefore, it committed to strengthening …
The Edi Rama congratulated Hungary’s new Prime Minister Péter Magyar for his election victory. First, Rama praised past cooperation with Hungary’s previous government. He highlighted close Albania–Hungary relations. Moreover, he thanked former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán for collaboration during his term. In addition, he welcomed Hungary’s political change. He congratulated …
TIRANA, April 13 – Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha met Swedish Member of Parliament Arbër Gashi in Tirana during the fourth Diaspora Summit. In a social media post, Hoxha described Gashi as a success story and a dignified representative of Albanians abroad. He said such examples reflect …
The Aeroporti Ndërkombëtar “Nënë Tereza” hosted a special cultural moment. Folk artists from Përmet performed traditional music and dance. First, the Edi Rama shared the event on social media. He highlighted the warm atmosphere created by the performers. Moreover, the Ansambli Folklorik i Përmetit brought traditional “saze” music to life. …
Albania is gaining global attention. It is no longer a hidden secret. Instead, it is becoming a rising travel trend. In recent years, people no longer rely only on travel guides. They use social media to plan trips. They trust real experiences shared online. As a result, new destinations are …
With European car demand fluctuating and margins under pressure, manufacturers of car parts in Albania are navigating a delicate shift from cost-based competitiveness to structural adaptation. Original post Here
TIRANA, April 12 – Tirana will host the fourth edition of the Diaspora Summit on April 13, bringing together Albanians from across the world for a two-day program focused on cooperation and development. Prime Minister Edi Rama said in his weekly podcast that the summit will open with a welcome …