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Rama: Everything that happens damage our national interest

“We need to get out of this Tommy&Jerry political game. We must avoid the scenario of the deterioration of Kosovo’s position, but also the isolation of Serbia, because these are not good scenarios for us, for our national interest. Everything that happens around us hurts us on this road, to …

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Eva Buzo interrupts the challenge due to health problems

After more than 24 hours of swimming, from Brindizi to Vlora, the lawyer Eva Buzo has stopped her challenge to swim across the channel of Otranto, due to health problems. According to the information, Buzo has speech problems, excess salt and a bite that she suffered. Journalist Elton Nika reports …

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Corruption on tenders/ The minister of Health in prison

The Court of Appeals for Corruption and Organized Crime has upheld the decision of the First Instance for the Secretary General of the Ministry of Health, Joana Duro, and the senior official of public services, Laura Shteto. Earlier, GJKKO decided to release him from the cell by assigning house arrest …

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The case of January 21 is handed over to Prosecutor’Office of Tirana

The Court of Special Appeal has decided in the Counseling Chamber not to accept the appeal of the family members of the victims of January 21. The family members had appealed the decision of SPAK, which transferred their complaint to the Tirana Prosecutor’s Office. With this decision, the case of …

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Democrat calls for transparent new DP head’s election

Democratic Party’s chair must be transparent and the votes must not be manipulated, said Enkeled Alibeaj. In a media statement in front of the Assembly, Alibeaj declared that his goal was to keep PD “alive” from the wars inside and outside the party, when he was asked why he did …

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10 mujahedin interrogated/ Procecutor request the seizure of security’s cameras

10 Iranian mujahedin have been interrogated by the Durres Prosecutor’s Office as witnesses in the event that happened on Tuesday morning in the MEK camp in Manez, Durres. The 10 Iranians were questioned yesterday about the allegations that the police used violence against them and that the sprite they threw …

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Berisha: Today I am a mujahideen

“Today I am a mujahedeen”, said Sali Berisha, while speaking in the plenary session about the police operation in the MEK camp, in Manze, Durres. “At this moment, more than ever, I feel like one of them, I feel like a mujahedin, a freedom fighter. I extend to them my …

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Descendants of Bosnian and Armenian Migrants Keep Ancient Ways Alive in Albania

Bosnians and Armenians came to the Durres area of central Albania more than a century ago and, while integrating well into the community, have preserved their distinct cultures. Original post Here

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What happened inside MEK camp in Manze? Durres prosecutor’s office continues investigations

Durres Prosecutor’s Office is continuing the investigations regarding what happened inside the mujahedin camp in Manze, Durres. On the part of the prosecution, the investigation continues regarding the claims of the mujahedin for violence by the police, but on the other hand, it is also investigating the claims of the …

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Tensions in North/ KFOR Commander: We avoided a massacre, saved 15 Kosovo policemen

Commander of KFOR, Angelo Michele Ristuccia, told the Italian media that thanks to the professionalism of the members of the NATO peacekeeping mission, a massacre was avoided in the north of Kosovo. “We managed to save 15 policemen trapped in the crowd. The reason why the situation did not escalate …

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Albania’s Recurrent Gasification Mirage

Before Albania can have gasification, it will need to have a functioning economy, a population wealthy enough to afford the costs of central heating and cooling, schools, kindergartens and nurseries equipped with air conditioning, and a substantial industrial base capable of consuming a volume of gas large enough to justify …

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Kanye West concert plan sparks controversy in Albania

Event raises concerns over antisemitism row, reported €50 million temporary stadium, wider European backlash and criticism from Jewish communities. TIRANA, May 11, 2026 – The planned concert of American rapper and producer Kanye West in Albania on July 11 has triggered growing public debate, with human rights activists and the …

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Albania and Netherlands reaffirm partnership in politics, security and European affairs

TIRANA, May 11 – Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha met Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen on the sidelines of the Foreign Affairs Council (FAC) meeting in Brussels. The two ministers reviewed bilateral relations between Albania and the Netherlands. They confirmed a high level of cooperation and expressed …

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European Union to disburse 200 million euros for Albania and Montenegro, says Kos

TIRANA, May 11 – European Union Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos said the European Union will disburse 200 million euros for Albania and Montenegro under the Growth Plan. Meanwhile, she stated that implementation of the Growth Plan is progressing well. She confirmed that nearly 200 million euros will be released …

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PM Rama: Only 12% of public tenders have single bidders, Albania below EU average

TIRANA, May 11 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania has reached an advanced stage of progress in public procurement and in its position within European Union accession negotiations. Speaking at a joint press conference with Reida Kashta (Shahollari), head of the Public Procurement Agency and negotiator for Chapter 5 …

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Upper Grabova: The Hidden “Twin” of Voskopoja in Mount Valamara

Grabova e Sipërme sits hidden in the highlands between Gramsh and Korçë, on the slopes of Mount Valamara. First, the village stands at about 1,250 meters above sea level and preserves a striking natural landscape shaped by mountain waters and deep valleys. Then, its stone houses and traditional architecture reflect …

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Tirana International Airport on track for record year, 13.3 million passengers projected

TIRANA, May 11 – Tirana International Airport continued strong growth in 2026, confirming its position as one of the fastest-expanding airports in the region. Airport management data shows around 3.3 million passengers handled in the first four months of the year. This figure marks a 10.4% increase compared to the …

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Travel + Leisure: Albania Emerges as Europe’s Hidden Coastal Gem

Travel + Leisure highlights Albania as one of Europe’s most attractive and still underexplored destinations. First, the article describes the Albanian Riviera as a strong alternative to the French Côte d’Azur, thanks to its clear waters, historic villages, and ancient ruins. Then, writer Ada Calhoun shares her one-week journey through …

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Public procurement key chapter in EU negotiations, Albania advancing global agreement talks

TIRANA, May 11 – Public Procurement Agency Director General and Chapter 5 negotiator Reida Kashta said public procurement stands as one of the key chapters in Albania’s European Union integration process. She said the EU places it within the new negotiation methodology under the fundamental cluster. Kashta made the remarks …

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Eurovision 2026: Alis draws attention at opening ceremony on turquoise carpet parade

TIRANA, May 11 – The Eurovision Song Contest 2026 turquoise carpet turned into a parade of colours, emotions, and international presentations, with 35 countries taking part in the opening event attended by global media and fans. At the same time, Albania joined the ceremony with Alis Kallaçi as this year’s …

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Albania’s Recurrent Gasification Mirage

Before Albania can have gasification, it will need to have a functioning economy, a population wealthy enough to afford the costs of central heating and cooling, schools, kindergartens and nurseries equipped with air conditioning, and a substantial industrial base capable of consuming a volume of gas large enough to justify …

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Kanye West concert plan sparks controversy in Albania

Event raises concerns over antisemitism row, reported €50 million temporary stadium, wider European backlash and criticism from Jewish communities. TIRANA, May 11, 2026 – The planned concert of American rapper and producer Kanye West in Albania on July 11 has triggered growing public debate, with human rights activists and the …

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Albania and Netherlands reaffirm partnership in politics, security and European affairs

TIRANA, May 11 – Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha met Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen on the sidelines of the Foreign Affairs Council (FAC) meeting in Brussels. The two ministers reviewed bilateral relations between Albania and the Netherlands. They confirmed a high level of cooperation and expressed …

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European Union to disburse 200 million euros for Albania and Montenegro, says Kos

TIRANA, May 11 – European Union Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos said the European Union will disburse 200 million euros for Albania and Montenegro under the Growth Plan. Meanwhile, she stated that implementation of the Growth Plan is progressing well. She confirmed that nearly 200 million euros will be released …

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PM Rama: Only 12% of public tenders have single bidders, Albania below EU average

TIRANA, May 11 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania has reached an advanced stage of progress in public procurement and in its position within European Union accession negotiations. Speaking at a joint press conference with Reida Kashta (Shahollari), head of the Public Procurement Agency and negotiator for Chapter 5 …

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Upper Grabova: The Hidden “Twin” of Voskopoja in Mount Valamara

Grabova e Sipërme sits hidden in the highlands between Gramsh and Korçë, on the slopes of Mount Valamara. First, the village stands at about 1,250 meters above sea level and preserves a striking natural landscape shaped by mountain waters and deep valleys. Then, its stone houses and traditional architecture reflect …

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Tirana International Airport on track for record year, 13.3 million passengers projected

TIRANA, May 11 – Tirana International Airport continued strong growth in 2026, confirming its position as one of the fastest-expanding airports in the region. Airport management data shows around 3.3 million passengers handled in the first four months of the year. This figure marks a 10.4% increase compared to the …

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Travel + Leisure: Albania Emerges as Europe’s Hidden Coastal Gem

Travel + Leisure highlights Albania as one of Europe’s most attractive and still underexplored destinations. First, the article describes the Albanian Riviera as a strong alternative to the French Côte d’Azur, thanks to its clear waters, historic villages, and ancient ruins. Then, writer Ada Calhoun shares her one-week journey through …

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Public procurement key chapter in EU negotiations, Albania advancing global agreement talks

TIRANA, May 11 – Public Procurement Agency Director General and Chapter 5 negotiator Reida Kashta said public procurement stands as one of the key chapters in Albania’s European Union integration process. She said the EU places it within the new negotiation methodology under the fundamental cluster. Kashta made the remarks …

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Eurovision 2026: Alis draws attention at opening ceremony on turquoise carpet parade

TIRANA, May 11 – The Eurovision Song Contest 2026 turquoise carpet turned into a parade of colours, emotions, and international presentations, with 35 countries taking part in the opening event attended by global media and fans. At the same time, Albania joined the ceremony with Alis Kallaçi as this year’s …