Road authority urges drivers to use chains due to snow
Drivers should be equipped with winter tires and chains when traveling to segments with the presence of snow, reduce speed, respect traffic signs and instructions of the Traffic Police, appealed this Wednesday the Albanian Road Authority (ARA) This call has come as in the early hours of this morning, it …
Rama congratulates Albanians on 111 anniversary of independence
November 28 that is celebrated this Tuesday, is the most marked day of the Albanian state and nation. Prime Minister Edi Rama has congratulated this holy day of the Albanian nation with a special post on the social networks. “Good morning, happy 111th anniversary of the Independence Flag”, declared PM …
TNT blast attack on Tirana bar
Tritol explosion in Tirana. The police say that a quantity of explosives has been placed outside a bar on “Sali Butka” street. In advance, no injuries to people are reported, but only material damage. The journalist of ABC News, Ervin Leka, reports that the bar where the explosion took place …
US Embassy congratulates Albanians of Independence Day
US Embassy in Tirana has congratulated this Tuesday all Albanians on the 111th anniversary of the declaration of Independence. In a social media video message, the Embassy says that to mark this special day, embassy officers and staff have traveled throughout Albania to experience the diverse culture and history of …
Official ceremony for Independence Day in Vlora, present also the P.M of Kosovo
On the 111th anniversary of the declaration of Independence, the official flag raising ceremony was held in the city of Vlora. The President of Albania, Bajram Begaj, the Prime Minister Edi Rama, Speaker of Parliament Lindita Nikolla and the Prime Minister of Kosovo, Albin Kurti, were present at this ceremony. …
Begaj’s message to Albanians on Independence Day
President of the Republic, Bajram Begaj has congratulated this Tuesday all Albanians from Vlora on the occassion of Independence Day. In a social media statement, the Head of State called on Albanians to be guided by high goals, the highest of which is the protection of the values of peace, …
About 14 Kg cannabis found in Shkodra uninhabited house
Police of Shkodra has conducted checks against the cultivation of narcotics, during which 13.8 kg of cannabis were found in an uninhabited house. In an action, the police identified 9 members of the group and arrested 3 of them. In August of this year, the Police annihilated the criminal group, …
Head of C.Court: Constitution guarantees rule of law
Head of the Constitutional Court of Albania, Holta Zaçaj declared Monday that although it does not do politics, the Constitutional Courts influence the political life of Albania and it guarantees the rule of law. In a solemn session on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the Constitution of Albania, …
SPAK seized the assets of businessman Pellumb Gjoka
The decision to seize the property of businessman Pellumb Gjoka, who was arrested as part of a criminal group after the disclosure of communications in the SKY application, is upheld. It has been learned that the Special Appeal approved the decision of the first instance. Meanwhile, businessman Gjoka has been …
Interior Minister in London, reveals the key point of cooperation between England and Albania
Interior Minister Taulant Balla is in London, one year after the meeting between the two Prime Ministers Rama and Sunak. During his speech, he stated that they agreed to deepen cooperation in three areas of common interest. Therefore, Balla emphasized that until now they have achieved impressive results in the …
New report concludes that young people in the Western Balkan need enhanced practical skills to detect fake news on the internet and social media, but also improvements in online platforms’ standards and transparency to make false information easier to recognise. Original post Here
TIRANA, June 10 – Deputy Minister of Economy and Innovation Enkelejd Musabelliu reported to the Foreign Policy Committee on Albania’s progress in European Union accession negotiations for Chapter 1 “Free Movement of Goods” and Chapter 30 “External Relations”. He said Chapter 1 focuses on technical standards and regulatory alignment for …
TIRANA, June 1 – Conservation works will start within days at the Bylis Archaeological Park and the Klos site. The project will also upgrade tourism infrastructure and build a multifunctional center. It aims to strengthen visitor services and local economic activity. Representatives from the European Union Delegation in Albania, the …
TIRANA, June 10 – Minister of Defence Ermal Nufi and Chief of General Staff Lieutenant General Arben Kingji met US Air Force Brigadier General Yvonne L. Mays in the United States. Mays also serves as Adjutant General of the State of New Jersey and Commissioner for Military Affairs. The meeting …
TIRANA, June 10 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said the start of works on the Milot–Balldren road segment marks an important step for Shkodër, Lezha, and northern Albania. He made the remarks in a post on social media. Rama said the project will improve mobility and road safety. He added …
A large audience in Tirana attended the premiere of the film “Më çoni në Qafë të Botës të shoh Çamërinë” (“Take Me to Qafë e Botës to See Chameria”). The film is a production by the Çamëria Foundation “Hasan Tahsini” and Alket Veliu. It is written by Luan Rama and …
TIRANA, June 10 – Speaker of Parliament Niko Peleshi met Ioannis Plakiotakis in Athens. Plakiotakis serves as Chair of the European Affairs Committee and First Deputy Speaker of the Greek Parliament. The talks focused on strengthening parliamentary cooperation between Albania and Greece and supporting Albania’s European Union integration process. Both …
TIRANA, June 10 – The Transparency Board set new retail and wholesale price ceilings for diesel and petrol. Gazoil meeting SSH EN 590 standards will cost no more than 188 ALL per litre at retail level, while wholesale prices will not exceed 176 ALL per litre. Petrol will not exceed …
TIRANA, June 10 – The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs postponed the Ministerial Ukraine–South East Europe meeting. The meeting was scheduled for June 12, 2026 in Tirana. The ministry said it will announce a new date later. The ministry clarifies that the decision follows the security situation in Ukraine. …
TIRANA, June 10 – The Academy of Sciences of Albania said it supports the legitimate demands and concerns of Albanians in the Presheva Valley. It also said it stands ready to cooperate in addressing them. The statement followed a meeting between the Academy’s leadership, institute directors, and Presheva Municipality Mayor …