Abandoned Beaches? Albanians Trade Blame Over ‘Failing’ Tourist Season
Images of empty sun loungers on the Albanian riviera are prompting a round of finger-pointing, with the PM blaming ‘absurd’ prices – and others citing competition from neighbouring countries and lack of a strategy. Original post Here
Olympics Marred by Online Hate Speech Targeting LGBTQ+ People
The Paris Olympics was a thrilling sporting spectacle – but the opening ceremony and Algerian boxer Imane Khelif became the focus for abuse on social media that also targeted the LGBTQ+ community. Original post Here
Tirana/ A 24-year-old woman was hit with a glass bottle in a bar, two wanted
A fight happened in the premises of a bar in Tirana a day ago. Three young girls have conflicted with each other. According to the Tirana police, it is suspected that after the fight, two 28-year-old citizens hit the 24-year-old in the face with a glass bottle. The two 28-year-old …
The murder of the elderly, the two asylum nurses are arrested
The Prosecutor’s Office of Tirana has arrested the head nurse and the nurse of the private nursing home for the elderly “Ruaje olda”, who were at work when the crime was recorded in the early hours of this morning. The identity of the nurses is still unknown, as it is …
Tirana, a 78-year-old in asylum beats to death his roommate with a cane
A 78-year-old man was arrested this Thursday in Tirana. According to preliminary information, the elderly man, Zyhdi Shehu, who lived in a private asylum for the elderly, hit his 82-year-old roommate several times with a cane. As a result, the 82-year-old citizen Virgjil Veshi passed away. The 78-year-old is accused …
A 31 year old arrested for attempted murder
A 31-year-old man has been arrested by the police after being accused of the criminal offenses of “Deliberate murder”, carried out in cooperation, remaining in the attempt, and “Unauthorized production and possession of weapons, explosive weapons and ammunition”. The police of Dibra clarifies that the 31-year-old was wanted because it …
AIIS discusses Albania-Germany relations with Bavarian Interior Minister Joachim Herrmann
TIRANA, Aug. 7, 2024 – Representatives of the Albanian Institute for International Studies (AIIS) participated in a meeting where Bavarian Interior Minister Joachim Herrmann discussed key issues with Albanian civil society representatives and other actors. Accompanied by a delegation, the interior minister of Germany’s wealthiest and largest-by-area federative state had …
Organized criminal group/ SPAK closes the investigations, 11 accused
The Special Prosecutor’s Office has closed the investigations and sent the criminal group with at least 11 people for trial. Among whom is Erzen Breçani and former crime boss Dedan Gjoni. In the official announcement SPAK clarifies that this criminal group is involved in international narcotics trafficking, where each member …
VIDEO/ A car in Elbasan engulfed in flames during the night
A car was engulfed in flames in the city of Elbasan. The event happened shortly after midnight last night at around 12.45 in the post office roundabout. The driver managed to get away and escape without damage, while the vehicle was completely destroyed. Firefighters immediately arrived at the scene and …
Ammunition and cocaine, police arrested a 31 year old
A 31-year-old man ended up in police custody this Wednesday in Tirana. According to the police report, quantities of cocaine and military ammunition were found and seized from the young man. “Specialists of the Narcotics Investigation Sector arrested the 31-year-old citizen, a resident of Tirana, after during the physical check, …
Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja called for stronger municipalities and improved local governance, stressing that effective local administration is essential for tourism development. In a television interview, Gonxhja said tourism depends heavily on how well municipalities manage public services and local infrastructure. “Tourism is directly affected by the …
Former Defence Minister and Socialist Party MP Pirro Vengu said the loan agreement with the United States marks the largest defence financing package in Albania’s history. The agreement will finance the purchase of US-made military systems, equipment and weapons. Speaking in a television interview, Vengu said the agreement provides $302 …
Italy launched its 2026–2027 Presidency of the European Union Strategy for the Adriatic and Ionian Region (EUSAIR) with a focus on strengthening regional cooperation and advancing the European integration of the Western Balkans. During the opening meeting in Rome, participants highlighted the strategic importance of the Adriatic-Ionian region in addressing …
Pogradec commemorated the 114th anniversary of the Albanian flag raising at Guri i Kamjes, a historic event for the regions of Gorë, Mokër and Opar. On July 28, 1912, Kapedan Kajo Babeni led hundreds of fighters from Mokër and Opar in their fight against Ottoman rule. Shahin Matraku and other …
Albania continues to face cyberattacks from state-backed actors, including Iran and Russia, according to the latest security report from the Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC) of the US Department of State. The report says Albania has also experienced ransomware attacks carried out by cybercriminal groups. In 2026, Iran launched attacks …
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A man in his 20s has died after a crane collapsed at a construction site in Pristina. Another person was injured and is receiving treatment at the University Clinical Centre of Kosovo (QKUK). The fatality was confirmed by Enis Pllana, spokesperson for the Kosovo Police in the Pristina region. “As …
TIRANA, July 28 – The General Director of Taxes, Ilir Binaj, said farmers are using the 10% VAT refund scheme without major problems. He expects applications to increase as the tax administration expands information campaigns and training sessions across the country. At a joint press conference with Finance Minister Petrit …
TIRANA, July 28 – President Bajram Begaj met with Croatian Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Gordan Grlic-Radman to discuss relations between Albania and Croatia. The two officials focused on strengthening the strategic partnership between the countries. During the meeting, they highlighted Croatia’s continued support for Albania’s European integration. They …
TIRANA, July 28 – Kosova Acting President Albulena Haxhiu met Admiral George Wikoff, commander of the NATO Allied Joint Force Command Naples. The officials discussed the security situation in Kosova, cooperation with the Kosova Force, and coordination with NATO. According to a social media statement, Haxhiu thanked Admiral Wikoff for …