SPAK officially investigates Fatmir Mediu for “Gërdec”
The Special Prosecutor’s Office against Corruption and Organized Crime submitted the request for trial for the former minister, Fatmir Mediu. Mediu is accused of the criminal offense “Abuse of duty” committed in cooperation, as well as for the commission of the criminal offense “Abuse of duty” in cooperation with a …
Another lawsuit? Shkëlzen Berisha in SPAK
15 years after the tragedy with 28 victims in Gërdec, Shkëlzen Berisha, the son of former Prime Minister Sali Berisha, seems to be facing a new lawsuit, from the new justice. While SPAK decided to send for trial Fatmir Mediu, at that time Minister of Defense, the Special Prosecutor’s Office …
Ukraine War Increases Media Freedom Violations in Europe: Report
Media freedom violations continued to increase in central and south-east Europe in 2022 with increasing pressure from governments, threats of violence and defamation lawsuits, said a new report by Media Freedom Rapid Response. Original post Here
ABC News in Turkey/ After the earthquake, the two countries are engulfed by snow, chaos at the Istanbul airport
After the devastating earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria the day before, causing thousands of deaths, a cold storm with snowfall has plunged Istanbul into chaos. The situation is conveyed to ABC News by the journalist Arlind Isa, who today traveled to Turkey to bring the situation to the areas …
The USA stands by Albania: 50 million dollars against cyber-attacks
The American Ambassador to Albania, Yuri Kim, present at the Conference “Challenges of cyber security in Albania” guaranteed that the US will continue to support our country in dealing with cyber-attacks. During her speech, the chief diplomat asserted that Iran’s attacks were malicious and dangerous for Albania’s security. “Iran’s cyber-attacks …
Search and rescue and health aid team arrived in Turkey
The search and rescue and health aid team sent by the Albanian state has arrived in Turkey. The news was announced by Prime Minister Rama with a photo posted on his social network “Facebook”. The team consists of a staff of 52 people, who will join the teams from around …
ABC News in Turkey/ Chaotic infrastructure in airports and hospitals, 4 Albanians affected by the earthquake
After the devastating earthquake that affected the southeastern area of Turkey and Syria yesterday, causing thousands of victims and injured, ABC News reporter Arlind Isai first landed in Istanbul. Isai informs that Turkey is in a chaotic situation, this is also due to the bad weather that has gripped the …
“Cyber security in Albania”, Balluku: We have grown up with challenges, we will succeed
The Deputy Prime Minister and at the same time the Minister of Infrastructure and Energy, Belinda Balluku, at the conference on “Challenges of cyber security in Albania”, said that the country will succeed this time as well. The minister added that only through cooperation and serious investments we can respond …
Cyber-attacks, Çuçi: We have a big burden to guarantee the data
Interior Minister Bledi Çuci, at the “cyber security challenges in Albania” Conference, said that our country has learned a lesson after cyber attacks. He emphasized that today the most acute problem is cyber security, so he added that the State Police must also be mobilized to respond to the challenges …
Albania joins rescue efforts in earthquake-devastated southeast Turkey
TIRANA, Feb. 6, 2023 – A rapid assistance mission with 53 medical personnel and search and rescue specialists from Albania has flown to Turkey to help in search and rescue operations following the devastating earthquake in Turkey’s southeast region on Monday. A powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake rocked wide parts of Turkey …
Prime Minister Edi Rama gave former New York City mayor Eric Adams an Albanian ID card and passport in Tirana. The ceremony took place during the fourth Albanian Diaspora Summit gala evening. Rama said no one expected the former New York mayor to become a citizen of Tirana and Albania. …
Organizers presented the “Jusuf Vrioni” translation awards during the fourth Albanian Diaspora Summit gala in Tirana. The Publishing Center for the Diaspora launched the competition for young translators from the diaspora. Education Minister Mirela Kumbaro announced the winners. They will receive contracts with the Publishing Center for the Diaspora. They …
Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha met Kosovo Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Glauk Konjufca in Tirana during the fourth Albanian Diaspora Summit. Both leaders emphasized stronger cooperation between Albania and Kosovo. They highlighted the Albanian diaspora as a key asset for national development. Hoxha said the diaspora connects the nation …
Albania marks 105 years since the birth of actor Pandi Raidhi. He remains one of the most beloved figures of Albanian theatre and cinema. He died in Tirana in 1999. Raidhi co-founded the Professional Estrada of Korça. He also helped establish the “Andon Zako Çajupi” Theatre. He made his film …
Minister of State for Local Government Ervin Demo said the diaspora can become a key driver of change in Albania through investment. He made the statement during the fourth Albanian Diaspora Summit in Tirana. Demo said authorities should not view relations with the diaspora only through remittances. He said the …
On April 14, 1966, archaeologists discovered one of Albania’s most valuable cultural heritage sites, the Durrës Amphitheatre. The amphitheatre stands as a living testimony to the ancient glory of the city. Builders constructed it in the 2nd century AD during the reign of Roman Emperor Trajan, when Durrës served as …
Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Blendi Gonxhja highlighted the exhibition “Sociological Record” at the Marubi Museum in Shkodër. He described it as a unique opportunity for visitors who enjoy stories behind photographs and historical visual journeys. The exhibition presents hidden worlds inside homes, faces, and memories from Albania in …
The Roman Forum in Butrint National Park will join the tourist itinerary for the first time. The Butrint Management Foundation will start work on a new conservation project. The project will organize the area, cover excavations with sterile soil, and preserve the remains of the Roman Forum. Dense vegetation currently …
The documentary “Besa – a word of honor” aired on Israeli public television Makan on International Holocaust Remembrance Day. The film tells the story of the Albanian code of honor known as “Besa.” It highlights how Albanians protected at least 2,000 Jews during World War II. The documentary follows a …
Prime Minister Edi Rama spoke this Tuesday at the Diaspora Summit, where he highlighted Albania’s transformation in recent years, particularly in the areas of justice reform and tourism. Speaking on the second day of the summit, Rama emphasized the role of the Albanian diaspora, describing it as a key part …