Berisha’s son summoned at Special Court for Gerdec case
Son of Former Prime Minister Sali Berisha, Shkëlzen Berisha, like his father, will face the Special Court against Corruption and Organized Crime (GJKKO) this Wednesday. Hearing for the Gërdeci case will be held at 09:00 and will be judged by judge Irena Gjoka. GJKKO has called the son of the …
Special Court to impose arrest measure in former PM Berisha
Special Court against Corruption and Organized Crime (GJKKO) will decide this Thursday the measure of arrest for former Prime Minister Sali Berisha. Special Prosecution (SPAK) sent a request to the court to replace the mandatory security measure with house arrest. Request was filed on Friday, and judge Irena Gjoka is …
Lushnja mall’s fire extinguished after about ten hours
“Metropol” shopping center in the city of Lushnja was engulfed in flames on Monday, and it took the firefighters about ten hours to extinguish the flames. Firefighters and other rescue teams fought the flames for about ten hours, making it possible to extinguish them and evacuate the citizens, who had …
Rama: Over ten million tourists entered Albania until Christmas evening
Oer 10 million foreign tourists have entered Albania until Monday evening. This figure was announced by Prime Minister Edi Rama through a reaction on his official Facebook page. Furthermore, Prime Minister Rama said that this figure was unimaginable years ago, but nowadays it is an achieved objective. “Together with Christmas, …
Wanted Ervis Martinaj’s brother-in-law’s assets seized by SPAK
Special Court of First Instance for Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK) has confiscated 15 assets of Arben Kaçorri and his family members. Kaçorri is the brother-in-law of Ervis Martinaj, who is missing for quite some time now. List of seized assets includes apartments, garages on the main streets of Tirana, …
The hearing session for former P.M Sali Berisha is postponed
The court session in charge of former Prime Minister Sali Berisha is postponed. The reason was the request of the defense lawyers, who asked more time, to familiarize themselves with the documents and evidence presented by the Prosecutor’s Office. On Wednesday, at 11:00, a hearing session will be held in …
Christian believers celebrate christmas throughout Albania
Catholic and Orthodox believers all over the world celebrate the holiday of Christmas, while praying for more prosperity, health and prosperity in their family bosom. As in any other country, in Albanian believers light candles and pray for health. In the “Resurrection of Christ” Cathedral in Tirana, this Monday morning …
Dibra man arrested after stealing car in Tirana
A 42-year-old man from Dibra was arrested this Monday after a few days ago he stole a vehicle in Tirana. After stealing it, the man sent the car to his service station in the village of Gjoricë in Dibra. Along with the 42-year-old, a minor, who is suspected of being …
Drunk teen falls to death off ninth floor hotel room
An 18-year-old from the city of Durres killed himself this Monday morning. ABC News journalist Roland Beqiraj reports that the young man threw himself from the 9th floor of the building in the terminal area. According to preliminary information, it is reported that the 18-year-old had come to party with …
Shooting at Fier barber shop solved
The authorities have disclosed the event of Sunday in Fier where a business, which was operating as a barber shop, was shot with a firearm. According to the police, one of the perpetrators was arrested, while efforts are being made to capture another. Specifically, Nikola Muçi (Mahmutaj) was arrested and …
Albania signed three important conventions at the Council of Europe headquarters in Strasbourg, strengthening its commitment to the rule of law, democracy, and human rights, Justice Minister Toni Gogu said. He stated that the first convention focuses on the use of artificial intelligence. According to him, technology must remain under …
Deputy Speaker of Parliament Klodiana Spahiu said that reforms remain a top priority for Albania’s European Union integration process. She made the remarks during a meeting with a delegation from the French Senate Foreign Affairs Committee, led by Jean-François Rapin. First, both sides highlighted the strong relations between Albania and …
U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Nancy VanHorn said investors need trust, clear rules, and equal competition conditions as Albania advances its foreign investment screening framework. She made the remarks during a presentation by the American Chamber of Commerce on Foreign Direct Investment. First, VanHorn described Albania’s FDI screening framework as a …
The Albanian State Police held a ceremony at its General Directorate to honor two U.S. diplomats at the end of their missions in Albania. Police Director General Skënder Hita recognized the contributions of Deputy Chief of Mission Kathryn Hammond and Regional Security Officer Jonathan Ellis. First, Hita praised both diplomats …
Deputy Foreign Minister Megi Fino said Chapter 31 remains one of the most advanced areas in Albania’s EU accession negotiations. She spoke during a hearing before the Parliamentary Committee on Europe and Foreign Affairs. She serves as chief negotiator for Chapter 31 and co-negotiator for Chapter 30. First, Fino said …
Prince Lekë Dukagjini died on June 15, 1481. He left behind a lasting legacy linked to the “Kanun,” Albania’s customary law system. First, the Kanun developed over a long historical period. However, Lekë Dukagjini’s name became strongly associated with it due to its widespread use and influence in northern Albania. …
Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu said Albania continues to deliver strong economic results. As a result, the country ranks among the region’s best performers in both economic growth and inflation control. According to the latest statistics, Albania recorded an inflation rate of 2.8% in April 2026. This figure was lower …
EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos said Albania has assured the European Commission that the €1.4 billion tourism project linked to Jared Kushner will fully comply with EU environmental standards. The Albanian government pledged to carry out a full environmental impact assessment. It also committed to following all EU rules on …
Albania’s Customs Administration is advancing the implementation of the New Computerised Transit System (NCTS), a major step toward integration with the European Union’s Common Transit Convention. To support the process, customs authorities are conducting dedicated training sessions for system users. In these activities, representatives of the company developing the platform, …
Minister of Economy and Innovation Delina Ibrahimaj said Albania’s new Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) screening mechanism will strengthen economic security and increase investor confidence. She made the remarks during the event “Albania’s Foreign Direct Investment Screening Framework,” organized by AmCham Albania in cooperation with Center for International Private Enterprise. The …