Convicted for drugs, a 34-year-old Albanian is arrested in Spain. He will be extradited to Albania
A 34-year-old man was arrested in Spain, as part of the police operation coded “Four”. Lutfi Xeka was sentenced by the Krujës Court to 4 years of imprisonment, for the criminal offense “Cultivation of narcotic plants”, carried out in collaboration. Xeka, in cooperation with 11 others, cultivated hundreds of cannabis …
Two Albanians are extradited from Germany and the United Kingdom
Two Albanians have been extradited to Albania from Germany and the United Kingdom. 34-year-old Abedin Bacja was extradited from Germany. He was sentenced to 5 years imprisonment by the Court of Durres, for the criminal offense “Illegal Deprivation of Liberty”. This person, in 2013, the citizen Abedin Bacja and 2 …
Balla: To improve the legislation on cyberbullying
Interior Minister Taulant Balla participated in the conference for the presentation of the Feminicide Observatory in Albania. On International Women’s Day, Balla called for women and girls not to remain silent but to denounce violence. He also said that this is an issue that requires a lot of attention and …
A woman was killed on “Mother’s Day” in Delvina
An accident happened in Delvina in the early hours of the morning. A 58-year-old Shkendije Halili, was hit by a vehicle. She was transported in a serious condition to the Saranda emergency room, but unfortunately lost her life. /abcnews.al […] Read More… Original post Here
The hearing session begins, the former prime minister and his son-in-law demand release from arrest
The next court session for the former prime minister, Sali Berisha, for the lifting of the “house arrest” measure, is taking place in the Special Court. Because Berisha refused to sign the summons for the day and time of the session, judge Irera Gjoka gave time to the lawyers to …
The office of the Prosecutor begins investigations for violence against Prince Leka
The Prosecutor’s Office of Tirana has registered the criminal report for domestic violence after Prince Leka’s report. Also, the source, who published the video of the clash between the two ex-husbands, will also pass through the sieve of the Prosecutor’s Office. Initially, suspicions about the distribution of the video fall …
Begins the session, the Parliament is expected to vote on the law on strategic investments
The opposition in Parliament protested again this Thursday, trying to block session and not allow the vote of the project-laws on the list to be voted. Democrat MP, Gazment Bardhi accused the vice speaker of Parliament, Ermonela Felaj for abuse as according to him, the session should not be continue …
Gëzim Cela, the ‘Drug Baron’ extradited under high security measures in Albania
Gezim Cela, known in Albania as the ‘drug baron’ was extradited this Thursday to Albania from Kosovo. Çela was arrested on December last year in Kosovo, where he was hiding after being declared wanted. He was declared wanted last August, after police couldn’t arrest him during the operation ‘Flames on …
137 years ago was opened the first Albanian School
In all Albanian territories, March 7 is celebrated today, Teacher’s Day, an event of educational and cultural importance, where everyone remembers the first teachers of Albanian letters. Teacher’s Day is accompanied by festive activities in every school in the country, while students and parents find the opportunity to express gratitude …
Gunshots in Lezha, one injured
Gunshots in the village of Rrile in Lezha. Agron Puka, 54, was injured. The incident happened near the school, as soon as the 54-year-old left the children at the entrance of the school in the village of Rrilë. Journalist Gjergj Figuri told “ABC News” that the injured man was transported …
The Albanian Files suggests that international architecture may have served not only as design, but as a prestigious façade for opaque money, captured institutions and one-man rule. Tirana Times, June 29, 2026 – A glossy architectural volume meant to celebrate Albania’s transformation has unexpectedly become one of the most revealing …
Reinier de Graaf’s open letter in The Albanian Files has become a symbol of the troubling relationship between global architecture, political patronage and one-man rule in Albania. The following open letter by Dutch architect Reinier de Graaf, partner at the Office for Metropolitan Architecture, has become one of the most controversial passages …
Albania and North Macedonia signed a new agreement to simplify border crossings. The deal introduces a one-stop border control system. It will make travel easier for citizens, businesses, and tourists. Interior Minister Besfort Lamallari announced the agreement after meeting his North Macedonian counterpart, Panče Toškovski, in Dibër. Meanwhile, Lamallari said …
Prime Minister Edi Rama welcomed three guests to the latest episode of the Flasim podcast. They discussed architecture, sports, education, and social initiatives. First, architect Setion Branko shared his experience working in Florence, New York, and Albania. He explained how his studio connects Albanian and international architects through joint projects. …
Prime Minister Edi Rama announced a new phase of digital infrastructure development in Albanian cities. The goal is to organize communication networks and gradually remove overhead cables. First, the initiative will shift internet and telecom systems underground. As a result, public spaces will become cleaner and more modern. Rama said …
Prime Minister Edi Rama shared details from his recent visits to France and Poland in his podcast Flasim. He highlighted meetings with French President Emmanuel Macron and participation in the Ukraine Reconstruction Conference in Gdańsk. First, in Paris, Rama met President Macron. They discussed Albania’s EU integration process and bilateral …
Albania aims to complete its EU accession negotiations by the end of 2027. Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha confirmed this goal during the Dubrovnik Forum in Croatia. First, Hoxha took part in a panel on the European Union and the Western Balkans. He said EU enlargement remains the strongest driver of …
Prime Minister of Albania Edi Rama shares live images from the Benja thermal area in Përmet. He highlights the changes made after recent investments in the tourist destination. He shows the thermal pools and the surrounding infrastructure, including parking areas and rehabilitated roads. These improvements significantly increase access for visitors. …
Albania marks 27 June as the Day of Genocide against the Cham Albanians. The country remembers the events of 27 June 1944, when violence began against the Cham population. Historical accounts state that forces under Greek general Napoleon Zerva led attacks against civilians in the region of Çamëria. The reports …
The United States has donated a special aviation security training kit to Albania’s Civil Aviation Authority. The donation came at the end of a five-day training program organized by the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA), according to the U.S. Embassy in Tirana. The equipment will help aviation security personnel simulate …