Kosovo’s opposition says Law on dialogue with Serbia is unconstitutional
Kosovo’s biggest opposition party says they will challenge at the Constitutional Court the Law on dialogue with Belgrade which was approved Thursday by Kosovo Parliament. The LDK considers the Law as unconstitutional. Original post Here
EU Spokeswoman refused to comment the adopting of Kosovo’s negotiation platform
Maja Kocijancic, spokesperson to EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini, who is facilitating Kosovo-Serbia dialogue, refused on Friday to comment the adopting of Pristina’s negotiation platform for the dialogue with Belgrade. Original post Here
Kosovo’s PM: Problems with Serbia to be solved soon
A day ahead of US Under-Secretary of State David Hale’s visit to Pristina, the prime minister, Ramush Haradinaj, said that Kosovo-Serbia problems will be solved soon. Original post Here
Kosovo Government registers Trepca as Joint Stock Company
Mining giant Trepca, which is rich in lead, zinc and silver, has been registered as a Joint Stock Company with the Kosovo Government holding 80 percent of shares whereas workers 20 percent of shares. The news has been confirmed by Prime Minister, Ramush Haradinaj. Serbia is opposing the decision of …
Kosovo’s Parliament approves Platform on Dialogue with Serbia
The Parliament of Kosovo has approved Thursday a platform setting principles of the final phase of dialogue with Serbia, Gazeta Express reports. Original post Here
One dead, dozens injured following truck accident in Gjilan, Kosovo
One person has died and 20 have been injured after a truck lost control in one of the busiest streets of Gjilan municipality, Kosovo. Some of those injured are in critical condition, authorities announced. Original post Here
Serwer to Thaci: Don’t sell Kosovo’s sovereignty for a bowl of porridge
Daniel Serwer, Professor of Practice of Conflict Management at the John Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies, and expert on Balkans, is an opponent of land and people swaps in the Balkans, proposed by presidents Hashim Thaci of Kosovo and Aleksandar Vucic of Serbia. Original post Here
Interpol receives Kosovo’s membership application
Interpol’s General Secretariat has confirmed it has received a new application for membership from Kosovo, Pristina-based daily Bota Sot reports. Original post Here
Kosovo’s PM asks urgent session of Parliament to discuss platform on dialogue with Serbia
Parliament’s Presidency has approved a request of Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj who asked holding an extraordinary session of Parliament to discuss the Platform on dialogue which has been drafted by the state delegation on dialogue with Serbia. Original post Here
Italian PM asks Kosovo to suspend tax and resume dialogue with Serbia
Italian Prime Minister, Guiseppe Conte, said Pristina should suspend the 100 percent tax on Serbian goods opening the way for resumption of the EU-facilitated dialogue with Belgrade. Original post Here
The sixth National Forum “Boys and Men Who Inspire” took place today in Tirana. The Ministry of Health and Social Protection described the forum as a strong platform. It promotes dialogue, reflection, and action. It supports gender equality. It also helps prevent gender-based violence. Deputy Minister Denada Seferi attended the …
Prime Minister Edi Rama spoke at the Socialist Party Assembly in Durrës. He rejected opposition claims. He called them a complete joke. The opposition said nine countries blocked Albania’s EU integration. Rama said the opposition made similar claims before. He mentioned the Peace Board. Albania later received an invitation. Albania …
The National Center of Cinematography and the National Youth Agency held the event “Turn Passion into Profession” today. Tourism, Culture, and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja attended the event. He said the initiative answers doubts about creative industries in Albania. Gonxhja said the sector contributes about 3% of GDP. It employs …
EU Ambassador to Albania Silvio Gonzato spoke to Euronews Albania. He said Albania’s EU integration continues normally. He rejected claims of a block. He called them speculation. Gonzato said member states hold regular discussions. They follow standard EU procedures. They conduct them confidentially. He addressed reports about countries with reservations. …
Prime Minister Edi Rama spoke at the Socialist Party Assembly in Durrës today. He stressed the need for strong support. He said it is crucial to advance Albania’s EU integration. Rama said Albanians are lucky. He said key partners now support Albania. He called it a chance to realize a …
Lef Nosi, a signatory of Albania’s Independence, was also a philatelist, polyglot, archivist, ethnographer, and politician. He was born in Elbasan on April 9, 1877. He completed primary school in his hometown. Then, he studied pharmacy in Athens but returned early to focus on national history and culture. In 1908, …
The Albanian Parliament held a plenary session today. Lawmakers debated governance and EU integration issues. First, opposition leader Gazment Bardhi criticized the strategic investment law. He said it does not serve public interest. Instead, he said it benefits a limited group. Next, MP Jorida Tabaku opposed changes to Parliament’s Rules …
This Thursday, the EU Ambassador to Albania, Silvio Gonzato, spoke to Euronews Albania in an interview with moderator Mirela Milori. Gonzato discussed Albania’s integration process and stated that there is no blockage in the process. On the other hand, he emphasized that these are confidential discussions in accordance with the …
by David J. Kostelancik Tirana Times, April 09, 2026 – Hungary’s parliamentary elections, scheduled for April 12, 2026, are unfolding in an environment shaped not only by domestic political competition but also by broader geopolitical tensions and debates about external influence. Charges of election interference have involved disinformation from state-controlled media, allegations …
Over 100 athletes compete in Albania’s national tournament for people with intellectual disabilities
TIRANA, April 9 – Over 100 athletes from across Albania joined the National Athletics and Table Tennis Tournament for people with intellectual disabilities. The event promotes inclusive sports and social equality. Athletes competed with energy and respect. They showed how sports can overcome social and physical barriers. The Albanian National …