Drug laboratory in Fier, SPAK extends the investigations by three months
SPAK extends the investigations for the drug laboratory in Fier by three months. About 430 kg of cocaine mixed with chemical fertilizer were brought to the village of Frakull in Fier. According to this, SPAK has signed 15 arrest warrants, while 10 people have been arrested. The laboratory would be …
Cannabis in the territory of the ward, 4 soldiers are dismissed from duty
After finding and seizing 125 cannabis sativa plants inside the military ward in Zall Herr, the General Staff of the Armed Forces held an emergency meeting, deciding the release from duty of 4 soldiers, as well as the proposed release of 10 others. Relieved from duty are the security specialist …
Accident in Vora, a police officer hit by a car
A road accident happened on Wednesday morning in Vora. A police officer was hit by a car. ABC News has secured the view from the scene of the accident, where the officer is seen lying on the road. The policewoman collided while patrolling the street. /abcnews.al […] Read More… Original …
Drug trafficking, two arrested and 2 declared wanted
Bar ‘owners have been arrested and another has been declared wanted in Himare after being accused of occupying public spaces and adapting the premises for the cultivation and sale of cannabis sativa narcotics. As part of the coded operation “All in”, as a result of an investigation followed with proactive …
DPK demands extraordinary elections, MP: The government is violating the national interest of Kosovo
Due to the recently created situation in Kosovo, the Democratic Party of Kosovo has requested extraordinary elections. DPK deputy Blerta Kodra Deliu, in a statement to the media, has asked the security bodies in Kosovo to take measures and clarify all the scandals and the persons involved who work for …
The landlord finds the 32-year-old decomposed in the apartment, for months
A 38-year-old man in the city of Shkodra found the decomposed body of a 39-year-old citizen, born in South Korea and a resident of Shkodra, from February 2022, in the rented apartment. According to the statements of the 38-year-old, he had gone to this apartment, since for months there was …
Operation ‘Metamorphosis’, Astmer Bilali appeals the security measure
One of the 6 arrested in the “Metamorphosis” operation, Astmer Bilali, has appealed the security measure “Arrest in prison” to the GJKKO Appeal. Bilal wants a more lenient measure of security. He was arrested together with the prosecutor of Kukes, and the businessman Pëllumb Gjoka. Astmer Bilai is known as a member …
The tower project in SPAK, the denunciation was submitted by Democratic Party
The file for the highest tower to be built in Tirana, otherwise called “Mountain of Tirana” has been handed to SPAK. Members of the Municipal Council, part of the Democratic Party, filed a lawsuit at noon today and have stated that they will make available to justice all the evidence …
Ancient Albania palafit village could be Europe’s oldest settlement
TIRANA, Aug. 8, 2023 – In a groundbreaking archaeological discovery, Albanian and Swiss researchers have unearthed evidence of a prehistoric settlement in southeastern Albania that predates anything previously known in Europe. The Lini palafit village, located on the shores of Lake Ohrid near the picturesque town of Pogradec, has been …
Linking ownership of shell companies to fugitives, SPAK seizes Tirana’s waste incinerator, setting stage for more corruption charges
TIRANA, Aug. 8, 2023 – Special Prosecution Office Against Organized Crime and Corruption (SPAK) has ordered the seizure of the company operating the Tirana waste incinerator, following similar earlier action in Elbasan and Fier. The move marks a significant development in one of Albania’s largest corruption cases ever and could …
The Democratic Party has barred all rivals to Sali Berisha from its leadership contest this week – cementing his grip on the party but also, critics warn, undermining its credibility. Original post Here
The Parliamentary Committee on Culture, Tourism and Diaspora conducted a monitoring visit to the National Film Archive of Albania. The committee reviewed the institution’s work and ongoing projects. It also assessed challenges and operational needs. Director Eljan Tanini presented the archive’s activities. He highlighted digitization efforts and cooperation with other …
The Albanian government approved new changes to the rules on the registration and use of plant protection products. The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development proposed the amendments. The changes aim to improve the regulatory framework for phytosanitary products in agriculture. The new rules define the concept of “minor use.” …
TIRANA, May 21 – Students in Tirana have announced a protest on May 26 in Skanderbeg Square at 17:00. The Student Alliance said the march will continue from the square toward the Embassy of North Macedonia. They used the slogan “Albanianness is with Skopje” and called on all young people …
TIRANA, May 21 – The Military Meteorological Service said the country on Thursday will be under relatively unstable atmospheric conditions. The weather will bring clear skies and alternating moderate and locally dense cloudiness in mountainous areas. Rainfall will be weak and local. It will mainly affect the east and south. …
TIRANA, May 21 – The Council of Ministers has approved a new decision on the organisation and functioning of the market for fisheries and aquaculture products. It also defines the form and content of production and marketing plans for the sector. The decision was proposed by the Ministry of Agriculture …
TIRANA, May 21 – Apollonia, one of the largest archaeological parks in the country, receives a high number of visitors of different nationalities every year. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared on social media today images of numerous tourists and visitors who have chosen to visit this ancient city. In these …
TIRANA, May 21 – Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Ferit Hoxha, together with the European Union delegation in the country, held discussions with ambassadors of EU member states. In a social media post, Hoxha said the meeting focused on the ongoing reform process. It also covered the full range …
TIRANA, May 21 – The Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports, Blendi Gonxhja, said the project “Courtyards that Speak”, supported by the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sports and Himara municipality, aims to open the courtyards of five traditional stone houses in the coastal town of Himara. It presents them …
TIRANA, May 21 – Farmers in different regions of the country are expanding investments in agricultural production. They are increasing production capacities. They are directing products toward European markets. The Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Andis Salla, highlighted on social media the example of farmer Elton Biti in Divjaka …