Three entities punished for stealing electricity in Tirana
Three subjects were recently punished by the Structures of the regional directorate of Distribution System Operator (DSO) Tirana, after they were caught stealing electricity. According to the DSO announcement, two objects in the area of Qesaraka were exercising private activity, while a subscriber, owner of a 3-story villa, being a …
The murder of the 32-year-old woman, two arrested
The murder of 32-year-old Luljeta Preza under the Dajlan Bridge has been revealed. The police said that the two citizens committed the crime, Aldo Ibrahimi and Ylli Grabovari. So, he also accompanied three girls, who were present at the time of the event. ABC News reporter Leonidha Musai reports that …
Statements of Durres young woman’s stabbers revealed
Aldo Ibrahimi and Ylli Grabovari that stabbed to death 32-year-old Luljeta Preza, who was found dead under the Dajlan Bridge in Durres revealed in front of Judicial Police that the crime took place after a money-related conflict. According to them, she had refused to give you all the money she …
TNT blast in Kruja commercial neighborhood, businesses damaged
TNT explosion has been recorded this Thursday morning in Kruja. According to the information, it is learned that the target of this attack was the building material store owned by the citizen Ilir Suta. Suta said behind the cameras that there were no conflicts with anyone, so there is no …
Investigations on “checkup” file, SPAK calls 70 citizens from Elbasan to testify
The Special Prosecutor’s Office has summoned 70 citizens from Elbasan in connection with the ongoing investigations for the well-known “Check up” file. Journalist Ermal Vija reports for ABC News that the testimony is a function of criminal proceedings number 122 of 2020. Among other things, it was learned that the …
Four vacationers were rescued in Vlora
Four vacationers were rescued this Wednesday on the shores of Vlora and Dhermi. It is known that three of them were sailing in a boat, which had a defect. While, another risked drowning because he was surfing and the sea was rough. The Border Police Services appeal to any citizen/vacationer …
Foreign tourists’ impressions of Albania
Albania has become a favorite tourist destination for many foreigners this summer season, and Vlora is one of the coastal cities that has welcomed many tourists this summer. Prime Minister Edi Rama started this Wednesday with a video message from the tourists who came from Vlora expressing their impressions of …
Two drug dealers arrested in Durres
Two people have been arrested by Durres Police, as in cooperation with each other they procured and sold cannabis and cocaine in different neighborhoods of the city. As material evidence, 1.1 kilograms of cannabis sativa narcotics, doses of cocaine and cannabis sativa narcotics, 900 euros and 90,000 ALL profited from …
Fier robber arrested after 11 years on the run
A 46-year-old man has been arrested by the Fier police after 11 years on the run, as he is accused of theft at gunpoint in 2012. According to the police, the incident took place in the village of Portez, where the now-arrested person stole, under the threat of a firearm, …
Balla-Metani discusses magistrates’ job on prosecuting law-breakers
Interior Minister, Taulant Balla held a meeting this Wednesday with the High Inspector of Justice, Artur Metani. During the meeting, Minister Balla expressed concerns to Metani, regarding some decision-making by the magistrates, in the context of the investigation or trial of criminal offenses against the environment, emphasizing the proceedings in …
TIRANA, May 20 – Students from the University of Tirana took part in the international sports competition “2nd Lion Explorer in Venice 2026” in Venice. Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja described the participation of Albanian students in the event as an important step for university sports. He said …
TIRANA, May 20 – Interior Minister Besfort Lamallari said Albania continues to support Italy in challenges linked to illegal migration and regional security. During a press conference, Lamallari answered questions about contacts with Italian Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi and the latter’s visit to Tirana. He confirmed that Albanian and Italian …
TIRANA, May 20 – Slovak cyclist Samuel Fedor has won the second stage of the 83rd Tour of Albania, held from Lezha to Elbasan over 149.9 kilometres. Fedor of Dukla Banska Bystrica secured victory after a strong sprint finish and recorded a time of 3 hours, 6 minutes and 26 …
TIRANA, May 20 – Prime Minister Edi Rama has said the European Union must take a more direct role in diplomacy with Russia. The bloc, he said, made a strategic mistake by relying heavily on the United States for dialogue with Moscow. Rama made the remarks in an interview with …
A new film will be restored under the “Adopt a Film for Restoration” initiative by the Albanian National Film Archive. The director of AQSHF, Eljan Tanini, announced that the next project is the film “Shoku ynë Tili”. He thanked a supporter from Kosovo, Baki Wahsh, for helping make the restoration …
TIRANA, May 20 – Minister of Finance Petrit Malaj took part in the 5th international ministerial conference “No Money for Terror” in Paris, France. French Minister for Economy, Finance and Industrial, Energy and Digital Sovereignty Roland Lescure hosted the event under France’s G7 presidency for 2026. French President Emmanuel Macron …
The National Center of Cinematography of Albania has announced the winners in the “Various Cinematographic Projects” category. A total of 14 projects will receive financial support from the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport of Albania. The aim is to strengthen Albania’s audiovisual industry. It also seeks to support new …
TIRANA, May 20 – On May 20, 1903, Ernest Koliqi was born in the city of Shkodër. He became one of the most influential Albanian writers, scholars, translators, and educators of the 20th century. Koliqi studied at the Saverian College and later graduated in literature from the University of Padua. …
TIRANA, May 20 – Miss Summer World held its 10th edition in Himara, bringing together contestants from 45 countries for the international final at Potam beach. Himara Mayor Vangjel Tavo said the contestants added visibility and appeal to the coastal city, while the municipality supported the organisation of the event. …
TIRANA, May 20 – Minister of Infrastructure and Energy Enea Karakaçi held a meeting with Swiss Ambassador to Albania Ruth Huber. The two sides signed the Agreement on the Building Damage Assessment Project. The Institute of Construction implements the project with support from the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation …