US sends special envoy to Kosovo to revive dialogue with Serbia
US top foreign service official, David Hale, is set to visit Kosovo on 8-9 March when he will meet Kosovo state leaders, US Embassy to Pristina confirmed. Hale who is undersecretary of state for political affairs, the third-highest ranking position in the State Department, comes to Pristina at the time …
Serbia lobbying against Kosovo’s membership to Interpol
Days after Kosovo authorities announced renewal of bid to joint Interpol, Serbia’s Minister of Interior, Nebojsa Stefanovic, sent a letter to Interpol general secretary and president asking this organization reject Pristina’s bid. Original post Here
Redrawing borders is dangerous, says British Ambassador O’Connell
British Ambassador to Kosovo Ruairi O’Connell talking on the land swap idea, said redrawing borders in Balkans is dangerous. Original post Here
Hague Prosecutors summon another ex-KLA commander
The Specialist Prosecutor’s Office based at the Hague has summoned former Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) commander Agim Kuci, for questioning as suspect for his role during 1998-1999 war in Kosovo. Original post Here
Tax undermines US-Kosovo partnership, Embassy
US Embassy to Pristina has issued a press release after the visit of the National Security Council (NSC) Deputy Senior Director for Europe John Erath and NSC Director for European Affairs Brad Berkley. The US Embassy reiterats their message to Kosovo leaders that the tariffs on Serbian and Bosnian products …
Kosovo’s Haradinaj insists on keeping tax despite facing consequences
Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj says internal disagreements over tax imposed on Serbian goods are damaging Kosovo. He said the tariffs on Serbian imports introduced by his Government in November last year will remain into force until he gets guarantees on a final agreement with Serbia. Haradinaj says he is ready …
US threatens withdrawal of troops from Kosovo if tax is not suspended
US national security officials during their visit to Kosovo have threatened with withdrawal of military presence if leaders in Pristina keeps resisting their appeal on suspension of tax on Serbian and Bosnia-Herzegovina goods. Currently the US has 650 troops stationed in Kosovo, mainly in the US military base of Bondsteel, …
Kosovo President visits opposition leader amidst debate on suspension of tax
Kosovo President Hashim Thaci has visited on Wednesday the head of Democratic League of Kosovo (LDK), Isa Mustafa. Original post Here
Opening borders issue is Serbia’s agenda, says Kosovo’s Deputy Minister of Defence
Kosovo’s Deputy Minister of Defence and member of Ramush Haradinaj’s party, AAK, says opening of borders issue during Pristina-Belgrade dialogue is Russia’s agenda. Original post Here
Kosovo’s Haradinaj resists US national security officials advice to suspend tax
Kosovo’s Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj and President Hashim Thaci hosted Wednesday US national security officials, John Erath and William Berkley, who urged Kosovo to suspend tax on Serbian and Bosnia Herzegovina goods. Haradinaj in a Facebook post indicated that the tax will not be revoked despite US officials call. But …
TIRANA, April 9 – Korça’s central square in front of the Orthodox Cathedral came alive with the Spring Fair ahead of Easter. The event, now a local tradition, brings together artisans and visitors from across the country. Stalls showcase handmade crafts, traditional products, and souvenirs, creating a lively and authentic …
Tourism, Culture, and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja visited the Gjuhadol neighborhood in Shkodra. Mayor Benet Beci joined him. The area includes many historic buildings. Authorities plan to revitalize them and restore their identity. Gonxhja said they will implement a structured intervention plan. The plan targets historic zones and centers. The …
TIRANA, April 9 – Today marks 27 years since the Battle of Koshare, a key confrontation that broke the border between Kosova and Albania. The battle began on April 9, 1999, during Operation “Shigjeta” (The Arrow). It involved fierce clashes with Serbian forces and stands among the bloodiest and most …
The comedy “I Don’t Hear, I Don’t See, I Don’t Speak” premiered at Elbasan’s Skampa Theater, creating a special atmosphere for the audience. Directed by Donard Hasani, the play features performances by Laerti Vasili, Hervin Culi, Atalanta Kërçyku, and Helidon Fino. The comedy tells the story of three characters with …
TIRANA, April 9 – Albania moves closer to a modern, competitive energy market with a new draft law. Minister of Infrastructure and Energy, Enea Karakaçi, presented the proposed changes at a roundtable today. The session included all key stakeholders in the energy sector. Karakaçi emphasized that the law forms a …
TIRANA, April 9 – The 4th Diaspora Summit will take place in Tirana on April 13–15, bringing together Albanians from around the world to share ideas and foster collaboration. The summit, under the slogan “From our roots we rise,” aims to strengthen connections between the Albanian diaspora and institutions in …
TIRANA, April 9 – The National Food Authority (AKU) has launched a program to categorize fish processing and standardization plants across Albania. AKU Director Blerina Gjylameti said the project aims to ensure food safety, increase market transparency, and bring the sector closer to European Union standards. The initiative runs from …
TIRANA, April 9 – The “Taulantia” promenade in Durrës will soon welcome visitors with a fresh design. Prime Minister Edi Rama, with Durrës Mayor Emiriana Sako, inspected the site today. Construction is moving fast, and the promenade will open by June. Workers have begun installing shaded structures designed by Bofill …
The University of Sofia “St. Kliment Ohridski” hosted an evening full of words, memories, and emotions that celebrated two of the greatest voices of Albanian literature, Ismail Kadare and Dritëro Agolli, the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs reported today. Under the title “Albanian Voices in European Literature”, the event, …
TIRANA, April 9 – German Brigadier General Thomas Schulte-Borghoff has officially taken over as Director of NATO’s Advisory and Liaison Team in Kosova. He succeeds Doctor Sven Lange. The handover ceremony took place at the Ministry of Defence in Prishtina, according to a KFOR statement. General Lange, who led the …