Wings of Change: Why Armed Drones Are Proliferating in Western Balkans
Armed drones are becoming a favoured means for Balkan countries to boost their military muscle and regional clout – but even though they are unlikely to trigger a war, their unchecked spread brings substantial risks. Original post Here
Italy Still Views Albania Through a Colonial Lens
Italy once conquered Albania, claiming it was bringing civilisation to a barbarous people; judging from the language of its current diplomats, its mindset hasn’t changed. Original post Here
Tirana Mayor Slated by Watchdogs for Calling BIRN Journalist ‘Contract Killer’
Media watchdog tells Tirana Mayor to ‘stop denigrating journalists’ for doing their work – after calling Ola Xama ‘a contract killer’ for writing an article in BIRN about probes into disputed waste concession contracts. Original post Here
Taulant Balla to swear in as Interior minister
This Saturday at 10:00 in the Presidency, the swearing-in ceremony of Taulant Balla as the Minister of the Interior will be held. The Parliament approved on July 13, with 75 votes in favour, 16 against, 1 abstention, the appointment of Balla, who will replace Bledi Çuçi after his dismissal. The …
Elderly dies at Vlora beach, police gives details
An elderly, about 80 years old, lost his life at the “Old Beach” of Vlora. From the preliminary information, it is suspected that he suffered a “cardiac arrest”. “Today at around 08:10, in the neighborhood ‘1 Maji’, Vlorë, in the place called ‘Old Beach’, an 80-year-old citizen, a resident of …
Taulant Balla sworn in as Interior minister
Taulant Balla was sworn in as Interior minister this Saturday at 11:00. Earlier, the Assembly approved on July 13, with 75 votes in favor, 16 against, 1 abstention, the appointment of Balla, who will replace Bledi Çuçi after his dismissal. Çuçi was fired by Prime Minister Edi Rama after the …
Protests against Kurti/ Alliance for the Future of Kosovo: P.M has broken relations with allies!
While the veterans of KLA (Kosovo Liberation Army) and the opposition prepare to protest this Saturday in Pristina, the vice president of AAK(Alliance for the Future of Kosovo) Pal Lekaj says that the sooner this government resign, it will be much better for the citizens of the Republic of Kosovo. …
Balluku meets Escobar in Washington
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy and Infrastructure Belinda Balluku held a meeting with the US envoy for the Western Balkans,Gabriel Escobar at the State Department in Washington. Through a post on his Facebook page, Balluku states that he discussed with the high official “a number of critical issues …
Albania’s Parliament Greenlights ex-Deputy PM’s Arrest
Parliament voted on Friday to accept a prosecution request for permission to arrest former minister Arben Ahmetaj on corruption charges, though his whereabouts remain unknown Original post Here
Parliament gathers in session for Ahmetaj’s MP mandate’s lifting
anian Parliament will gather this Friday in another plenary session to discuss once again the request of the Special Prosecution against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK) to strip former minister Arben Ahmetaj of his MP mandate and immunity in order to arrest him. During the previous plenary session in the …
TIRANA, May 14 – European Union Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos will visit Prishtina on Friday. The trip marks her first visit to Kosova since she took office in 2024. She arrives on Thursday evening from London, where she holds two meetings earlier in the day. Kos will hold three …
TIRANA, May 14 – Kosova on Wednesday marked the 27th anniversary of the Qyshk massacre, one of the crimes committed during the 1998–1999 war. Serbian forces killed 44 Albanian men in the village on May 14, 1999. The attack ranks among the many massacres reported during the conflict in Kosova. …
A new space dedicated to young people passionate about technology and innovation has opened in the city of Lushnjë. The center is called “Youth Tech” and is located near the city museum. It has already attracted strong interest from local youth. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared moments from the center …
TIRANA, May 14 – Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha told parliament on Wednesday that Albania remains on track for European Union membership by 2030 if the current pace of reforms continues. He made the remarks during discussions on a draft resolution on Albania’s European integration process. Hoxha said European Union support …
TIRANA, May 14 – “Courtyards That Speak” is a cultural project that invites visitors to discover an authentic side of Himara through local memories, songs, traditional recipes and stories passed down across generations. The initiative opens several traditional courtyards in the coastal area to the public for a limited period. …
Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Blendi Gonxhja inspected the beaches of Jalë and Dhërmi ahead of the upcoming summer season. He reviewed readiness on the ground. He said some work and adjustments are still needed. Moreover, he stressed that local authorities and businesses must ensure clean, orderly and hygienic …
TIRANA, May 14 – In an article in “Luxus Magazine”, the publication describes Albania as one of Europe’s fastest-growing luxury tourism destinations. It cites rapid development along the Ionian coast, rising international visibility and expanding investment in hospitality. The article highlights the transformation of the Albanian Riviera. It describes clear …
The photographic exhibition “Albania 1921 – Eugène Pittard” has opened in Durrës. It presents rare images of Albania from the early 20th century. The opening ceremony was attended by Deputy Speaker of Parliament Klodiana Spahiu and Swiss Ambassador Ruth Huber. The exhibition is a joint project between the Swiss Embassy …
TIRANA, May 14 – Albanian Eurovision representative Alis performs tonight in the second semi-final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna. He takes the stage with the song “Nan” [Mother], as Albania competes for a place in the Grand Final. The show airs live on Albanian Radio and Television …
Albanian Football Federation President Armand Duka has marked the 10th anniversary of Kosovo’s membership in FIFA and UEFA. He described the decision as a historic achievement that confirmed Kosovo’s place in international football. Moreover, Duka praised the late former Football Federation of Kosovo president Fadil Vokrri, highlighting his key role …