Drug trafficking’s operation, SPAK: The group operated in Syria, Turkey and Macedonia, among arrested a policeman
SPAK prosecutor, Vladimir Mara, in a press conference, gave details about the police operation where a criminal group distributing narcotics in several European countries was destroyed. In his speech, Mara stated that the group operated from Syria in several other countries in the EU, including Albania, were involved in drug …
Waiting Game: Afghan Refugees Stuck in Albania Long for America
Afghan refugees who came to Albania in 2021, expecting to move quickly on to the US, are finding their prolonged stay in the Balkan country frustrating. Original post Here
New details unveiled on Vlora’s monday shooting
New details have been learned this Tuesday about yesterday’s event in Vlora, where 33-year-old Tonin Rama was injured. It is suspected that there were 3 perpetrators, while only two of them shot several times at Tonin, injuring him in the leg. Perpetrators have not yet been identified, while the police …
Grenade attack on North Mitrovica municipality
Building of the North Mitrovica municipality was attacked with hand grenades during Tuesday night, while the Kosovo Police announced that some material damage was caused to two official cars. “In the late hours of the evening, a suspect attacked the Municipality in the North of Mitrovica with an explosive device. …
Murder and relations with the company that has a concession for Fier’s incinerator, two Albanians are extradited from Greece and Germany
Two Albanians convicted in Greece and Germany have been extradited to Albania. Mihal Merkuri is sentenced to 10 years for intentional homicide. Whereas, Silvester Driza, has founded a company Sh.p.k. and has carried out several fictitious transactions with the company that has the concession of the Fier incinerator. “The cooperation …
Man arrested by SPAK for ordering execution
Albert Pashaj was arrested this Tuesday by order of the Special Prosecution against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK), after being accused of paying Henrik Hoxhajn and Skerdi Tase to kill Aredin Behari. Local media reported that Pashaj had ordered the murder of Behar for property reasons, but the assassination attempt …
Accused for corruption and abuse of duty, Safet Gjici appears before the court
The former mayor of Kukes appeared before the court today to be informed with the security measure. ABC News has provided photos from the courtroom, as the security measure is expected to be confirmed for him. Gjici was arrested after the publication of the erotic video scandal in his office, …
The sex scandal of mayor of Kukes, is disclosed the testimony of Safet Gjici
ABC News has revealed the testimony of the former mayor of Kukes, Safet Gjici, given today before the GJKKO. He emphasized that he received the punishment for the action he did, while adding that he fell into the trap of those who, according to Gjici, “don’t like him”. “I received …
Rama in Brussels, the focus tensions between Kosovo and Serbia
Prime Minister of Albania, Edi Rama, will travel this Monday to Brussels, where he will meet with the President of the Council of the European Union, Charles Michel. Tensions between Kosovo and Serbia and finding a way to normalize the Prishtina-Belgrade dialogue are expected to be the focus of the …
Beleri’s request to be sworn in as elected mayor is rejected, what is expected to happen with the municipality of Himara
Fredi Beleri has applied to the Special Court to obtain permission to be sworn as elected mayor. ABC News journalist, Ermal Vija reports that GJKKO has rejected his request, while the arguments of this decision taken by the judge, Atalanta Zeqiraj, have not yet been made known. It is learned …
Taulant Balla, head of the Socialist Party parliamentary group, welcomes students and teachers from the “Mehmet Akif” school in Lipjan, Kosovo, to the Albanian Parliament. The group visits Tirana on a friendly and educational trip. Balla highlights the strong ties between Albania and Kosovo. He stresses the importance of national …
TIRANA, May 12 – Albanian Radio and Television launches the programme “Prag Eurovision”, presented as “On the Eve of Eurovision”, dedicated to the Eurovision Song Contest 2026. Meanwhile, the broadcaster said the 70th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest begins in a few hours. In this context, it added that …
Bank of Albania Governor Gent Sejko highlights internal audit as a key pillar of financial stability and transparency. He speaks at the International Conference of Auditors in Tirana. Moreover, he stresses its role in strengthening integrity and credibility in the financial system. First, he says Albania hosts high-level global and …
TIRANA, May 12 – Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha met Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha. In a post on social media platform X, Hoxha said diplomacy does not remain limited to formal meeting rooms. He added that it also takes place in informal moments, including while waiting …
TIRANA, May 12 – Albanian Mail and IdentiTek signed a cooperation agreement on improving service delivery for citizens in Albania and abroad. The two institutions aim to strengthen access, security, and efficiency in identity-related services. The agreement was signed by Albanian Mail Administrator Etjen Xhafaj and IdentiTek Administrator Silda Anagnosti …
TIRANA, May 12 – New archaeological findings have emerged at the Amantia Archaeological Park, following excavations carried out in 2025 on the eastern terrace of the fortification site. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport said the latest excavations, conducted by the National Institute of Cultural Heritage and the …
TIRANA, May 12 – The Committee for Europe and Foreign Affairs held a hearing with Minister of State and Chief Negotiator Majlinda Dhuka on the Council of Ministers’ report on Albania’s accession process to the European Union. She presented progress achieved in 2025. Albania opened negotiations on all chapters. The …
TIRANA, May 12 – Minister of Economy and Innovation Delina Ibrahimaj said Albania’s economy stands at a strong development stage. She said the government works to direct growth toward innovation, digitalisation, and deeper European integration through partnerships with international financial institutions. At a signing ceremony for a new financing line …
Albania presents its national pavilion at the Venice Biennale 2026. The pavilion is titled “A Place in the Sun” by artist Genti Korini. It highlights Albania’s cultural identity on a major international art stage. Prime Minister Edi Rama shares photos from the event. He expresses pride in Albania’s participation. He …
TIRANA, May 12 – Prime Minister Edi Rama took part in the signing of a financing agreement between the European Investment Bank and Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Albania. The agreement targets small and medium enterprises in innovation, digitalisation, technology, and green investments. At the ceremony, Rama said the government will support …