The killing of Kosovo policeman, react Kurti
After the meeting of the Security Council, Prime Minister Albin Kurti gave details about the attack that took place in Kosovo this Sunday, as a result of which policeman Afrim Bonjaku lost his life and two others were injured. In his press conference, Kurti stated that security cameras have seen …
“The murder of the policeman”, Rama: The Euro-Atlantic Community should force Kosovo and Serbia to sit at the dialogue table
Prime Minister Edi Rama emphasizes that the killing of the policeman in the north of Kosovo on Sunday morning is an alarm bell for the escalation of the situation in the north of the country. Tragjedia e humbjes së jetës së efektivit të Policisë së Kosovës është këmbana më e …
Policeman shot dead, another injured in Northern Kosovo
Kosovo policeman, identified as Afrim Bunjaku, was killed in the early hours of Sunday morning in the north, while another was injured. Local media reported that the serious incident took place in the village of Banjska in Leposavic where the police patrol was attacked. According to the sources, some people …
President Osmani blames Serbia for policeman’s killing in Northern Kosovo
President of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, has reacted to the killing of policeman in the village of Banjska in LeposaviC during the early hours of Sunday morning. In a social media statement, Osmani stated that the event is an attack on the Republic of Kosovo, organized and orchestrated by Serbian criminal …
Two cars burned at night in Fushe-Kruja underground parking lot
A fire broke out in the middle of the night in the parking lot of a 9-story building in the ‘Punëtori’ neighborhood in Fushe-Kruja due to a suspected electrical spark while two vehicles were burnt. Fire was spotted by a resident, who warned the families to get out of the …
Kukes citizens vote for new mayor after Safet Gjici’s sex scandal
Residents of Kukës will turn this Sunday to the ballot boxes for the second time in 5 months, to elect their new mayor. As determined by the Central Elections Commission (CEC) regulation, the voting centers have been open since 07:00, while they will remain open until 19:00. For this process, …
Socialist candidate for Kukes municipality casted vote in ballot box
Candidate of the Socialist Party (SP) for the municipality of Kukës, Albert Halilaj voted on Sunday morning. In the race for the first of the city, Halilaj faces Emri Vata, the candidate registered under the slogan of the “Together We Win” coalition, while the official DP, although registered as a …
New details on Maminas paint factory massive fire revealed
New details regarding the fire that occurred late on Saturday evening in a paint factory in Maminas have been revealed this Sunday. Local media reported that the fire allegedly started in the factory’s laboratory and then spread to other parts. There were no employees inside but only the guards who …
US condemns killing of Kosovo policeman, injury of two others
Ambassador of the United States of America in Kosovo, Jeffrey Hovenier, has said that the United States strongly condemns the violent and orchestrated attacks against the Kosovo Police this morning. In his reaction, Hovenier said that the Kosovo Police has full and legitimate responsibility for the implementation of the rule …
Man who shot police officer claims to be ‘pentagon commander’
Klered Bozhanaj, the 42-year-old who was arrested for the attempted murder of the police officer, Edlir Alleshi, has been re-interrogated by the investigative team. His statements to the police have raised even more suspicions that he suffers from mental health problems. As he was asked about the circumstances and the …
TIRANA, May 28 – The Central State Film Archive announced the resumption of archival filming after a 27-year interruption. Archive Director Eljan Tanini described the move as an important step. He said the initiative gives the institution a new opportunity to document Albanian life and preserve the country’s collective memory. …
TIRANA, May 28 – Albania improved its position in the Global Tax Expenditures Transparency Index, an international ranking that measures transparency and reporting quality in tax expenditures. Finance Minister Petrit Malaj said Albania ranked 48th among 116 countries with 51.73 points out of 100. He said the country previously ranked …
TIRANA, May 28 – Farmers across Albania receive assistance for applications under the 2026 National Support Scheme. Staff work at offices of the Agricultural and Rural Extension Agency (AREB) and Agropoints and guide farmers through applications on the e-Albania portal. Meanwhile, Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Andis Salla called on …
TIRANA, May 28 – Defence Minister Ermal Nufi said today that the Council of Ministers approved three decisions related to the defence sector. Meanwhile, Nufi said the first decision concerns the extension of Albania’s mission in Latvia. He said Albania currently deploys a platoon in Latvia. He added that the …
TIRANA, May 28 – Minister of State for Local Government Ervin Demo presented today the “Renewal 2.0” programme, a package of 11 strategic objectives focused on territorial intervention and sustainable regional development. Meanwhile, Demo said the programme aims to establish a new model of local development by combining cultural identity, …
TIRANA, May 28 – Defence Minister Ermal Nufi said the Council of Ministers approved several decisions covering civil protection, international missions, and military structure. The minister confirmed approval of 44 civil protection projects. He said 26 projects focus on infrastructure works. He added that 18 projects cover equipment and emergency …
TIRANA, May 28 – Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha reacted today to Russia’s warning for diplomats and foreign citizens to leave Kyiv. Meanwhile, Hoxha described the Russian move as completely unacceptable. He wrote on social media that threats against embassies do not represent diplomacy. He said such actions amount to intimidation. …
TIRANA, May 28 – Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu said the European Union recognises Albania’s progress in the integration process. She also called for careful reading of the Interim Benchmark Assessment Report, known as IBAR. Meanwhile, Koçiu spoke after the Council of Ministers meeting. She addressed questions on whether the …
Prime Minister Edi Rama continued his exchange with Reporters Without Borders this Thursday. Rama’s latest response came after Reporters Without Borders, through a social media post on Thursday, urged him to focus on media freedom issues rather than on their reports. In his response, Rama emphasized that he had presented …
After the government meeting, Defense Minister Ermal Nufi stated during a media communication that the mission of Albanian soldiers in Gaza is still under discussion with international partners and involved parties. According to him, given the delicate situation in Gaza, security measures and the specific duties Albanian soldiers would carry …