New details on Behar Bajri’s arrest unveiled
Albanian authorities in cooperation with the French authorities caught and arrested the wanted person, Behar Bajri in the framework of “Metamorphosis” operation. Bajri was arrested two weeks after being kept under surveillance by the Albanian side, which then notified the French authorities. The 43-year-old was arrested while he was alone …
Albanian PM announces major cabinet reshuffle, including changes at foreign affairs, finance, agriculture, health and education
TIRANA, Sept. 4, 2023 – In a significant reshuffle of his government, Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama announced Friday several changes to his cabinet, including the departures of the ministers of foreign affairs, finance, health, agriculture and education. The latest government reshuffle marks one of the most significant changes made …
Analysis: Calls for unity grow as divided DP faces hard future
TIRANA, Sept. 4, 2023 – As Albania’s parliament convenes after summer vacation, the main opposition Democratic Party has shattered into three different factions, with the faction with a smaller voter and MP support being given the official mantle by the courts and state authorities. The faction that the state authorities …
Boy that killed father with TNT blast left in prison
Court of first instance in Vlora has appointed this Monday the security measure “prison arrest” for the 23-year-old Mato Gllucaj. Few days ago, Gllucaj killed his father by placing explosives in the backyard near the stove, and when his father approached, it exploded through an electrical mechanism. The court session …
Parliament speaker’s call on launch of new session
Speaker of the Assembly of Albania, Lindita Nikolla made this Monday, at the start of the new parliamentary session, a summary of the past session and the approved and proposed laws. In her speech, Nikola emphasized that what is important is that this session the greatest attention is the path …
Hospitalized since August 24, Fatos Nano’s health condition is stable
After a few days of hospitalization, Nano has a significant improvement in his health. The former prime minister is currently not intubated, but he continues to be under intensive care, ABC News reporter Gerta Vasku reports. According to the doctors, Nano’s current condition is stabilized, his breathing is not carried …
Democratic Party is registered in the elections with Basha
The Chief Commissioner, Ilirjan Celibashi, has decided to register the Democratic Party, headed by Lulzim Bashes, in the elections of September 24 in Kukes. According to Celibash, Basha meets all the requirements of the law. We remind you that political parties have until September 8 to register their candidates, and …
New parliamentary session to kick off in assembly
Fifth session of the 10th legislature in the Parliament of Albania will be launched this Monday morning, September 4, at 10:00. Resumption of the work of the Assembly comes with changes in the parliamentary groups. Socialist Party (SP) will have a new leader, while the Democratic Party (DP) will continue …
Accident in Saranda, one dead and two injured
Accident on the axis Sarande, Qafe Bote near Konispol. As a result, one person lost his life and two others were injured. According to preliminary sources, the vehicle went off the road and as a result, 35-year-old Adriana Prendi died, two were injured in the hospital, one of them, Gëzim …
President Begaj’s nessage on launch of new parliament session
President Bajram Begaj addressed this Monday a message to the Assembly of the Republic of Albania, on the occasion of the opening of the 2023-2024 parliamentary session. In his message, the Head of State wished the Members of Parliament a good start to the new parliamentary session, President Begaj expresses …
Greece is increasing efforts to restart talks with Albania on maritime borders. Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias will visit Tirana next week for high-level meetings. He will meet Albanian Defense Minister Ermal Nufi and Prime Minister Edi Rama. The visit aims to revive talks on maritime border delimitation. In October …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania will officially open the final phase of European Union membership negotiations on May 26 in Brussels. He said Albania successfully completed the opening phase of the process. During his weekly remarks, Rama highlighted the discussions between the European Commission and EU member states in …
The Albanian Football Federation took part in the “UEFA Grow for Human Resources and Financial Management” conference in Warsaw. The event brought together representatives from European football federations. The conference focused on human resources and financial management inside football federations. Participants discussed organizational structures, internal processes and strategic planning. They …
Igli Hasani praised Italy’s support for Albania as steady, concrete and sincere. He said the backing extends across Italy’s political spectrum. During an official visit to Rome, Hasani met senior Italian officials. They focused on Albania’s path toward European integration and parliamentary cooperation between the two countries. Hasani met with …
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha thanked U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio for honoring Mother Teresa. He praised her as a saint of Albanian origin who left a strong legacy of compassion, humility and service to humanity. In a social media post, Hoxha said Mother Teresa’s life …
Parliamentary Group Chair of the Socialist Party Taulant Balla said Albania’s European Union integration requires continued reforms and strong citizen involvement. He spoke during a discussion with students of the European University of Tirana held at Preza Castle. Balla focused on the progress of reforms and the fulfillment of conditions …
Three young innovators presented their projects on the podcast “Flasim”, hosted by Prime Minister Edi Rama. First, they introduced ideas focused on technology, research and agriculture. Then, they explained how innovation can become industry in Albania. Fabjola presented a self-healing concrete technology. She said the material uses industrial waste. It …
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio paid tribute to the legacy of Mother Teresa during a visit to the Missionaries of Charity. The U.S. Embassy in Tirana shared Rubio’s statement on social media. Rubio said Mother Teresa left an extraordinary legacy of compassion and service. He said he was honored …
The European Union Delegation in Albania has condemned the latest Russian drone and missile attacks on Ukraine. It said the strikes targeted Kyiv during the night and caused several casualties. It also said the residential complex where the Ambassador of the Republic of Albania in Ukraine lives was hit. The …
The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs summoned the Ambassador of the Russian Federation in Tirana, Alexey Zaitsev, to deliver a strong protest. The ministry responded to massive drone and missile attacks overnight in Ukraine. It said the attacks hit the residential complex where …