Zelensky’s visit and summit for Ukraine and WB; roads that will be blocked
The Director for the Public Security, Rebani Jaupi made public this Tuesday the plan of measures taken by police in order to guarantee the important activities that will be organized in Albania on 28-29 February. According to him, the State Police and Republic Guard took measures to block the traffic. …
Children killed father in Durres, new arrests expected
New arrests are expected on the case of the murder of Pellumb Meta in Durres, by his children who are actually under arrest. Police informed Tuesday that investigations are going on in order to shed light on this event. Sources confirmed for albaniandailynews.com that under investigation is the wife of …
Member of the Bajri group/ Denis Brajovic s arrested in the United Emirates
Denis Brajovic has been arrested in the United Emirates. The 36-year-old, a member of the Bajri group. He is suspected of being the author of a murder of Gjon Boriçi, on 09.08.2020, in Shkoder. The United Emirates has started the official information at the Ministry of Interior about his arrest …
“January 21” case/ State crime, SPAK expected to start the investigations
Supreme Court is expected to decide today whether the investigations for the January 21 file will be conducted by the Special Prosecutor’s Office or by the Tirana Prosecutor’s Office. The murders on the Boulevard during the socialist opposition protest 13 years ago have been classified as a state crime. Even …
NATO Air Base, Rama: Key role in supporting alliance operations and exercises
Prime Minister Edi Rama has published on social networks some pictures from the NATO air base in Kuçova, which is expected to open soon. The head of government says that the base will play a key role in supporting NATO operations while adding that it will serve as a center …
A 41 year old arrested for selling drugs near schools
A 41-year-old man from Gjirokastra was arrested for drugs. He catches a quantity of cannabis divided into doses, with the intention of selling it near the schools. The 41-year-old has a criminal record for the same crime. From the controls, a quantity of cannabis was found on the 41-year-old, divided …
A 41 year old arrested for stealing in bus stations
A 41-year-old man was arrested by the Tirana police for theft. It is learned that the 41-year-old, previously convicted of theft, stole through the capital’s bus stations and pedestrian crossings. According to the police, the 41-year-old man stole their mobile phones and wallets from various citizens. From the investigative actions, …
Killed their fathers, today is expected the security measures for two brothers and the 19-year old daughter
At noon on Monday, the court in Durrës will provide security measures for Hysen, Amarildo and Hygerta Meta, who are accused of murdering their father, Pëllumb Meta, 50 years old. ABC News journalist Leonidha Musaj reports that the police in the coastal city have doubts that the incident did not …
Killed their father and buried him, three children are left in prison
The Durres court ordered the security measure “arrest in prison” for Hysen, Hygerta and Amarildo Meta, who killed their father and then buried him in a hut near the house. The tragic incident took place on February 10 in Shenavlash, but was discovered a few days later. Hygerta Meta took …
Summits and Zelensky’s visit to Tirana, police strict security measures
Starting from tomorrow, Tirana will be armed with numerous security measures due to the summits and the visit of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to the capital. It is expected that the president of Ukraine will arrive in Rinas on the evening of February 27, where he will participate in the …
TIRANA, June 27 – Prime Minister Edi Rama took part in the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Gdańsk, Poland, which brings together heads of state and government, international financial institutions, business representatives and civil society organisations from around the world. The conference aims to strengthen international support for Ukraine and mobilise …
Work on the rehabilitation of the Bënja thermal baths continues steadily. The project aims to improve tourist infrastructure, organize visitor services, and protect the area’s unique natural values. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Environment clarified that the destination remains under development. Therefore, recently published images show temporary construction stages rather than …
The Special Commission on Administrative-Territorial Reform held its eleventh public hearing in Korça. The meeting gathered local stakeholders to discuss proposals for Albania’s new territorial reform. Speaking at the hearing, Arbjan Mazniku said that ten years after the 2014 reform, it is time to evaluate its results and identify improvements. …
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama met Ukrainian Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko in Gdańsk, Poland, on Wednesday. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026. Albania’s Minister of Economy and Innovation, Delina Ibrahimaj, also attended the talks. During the meeting, the leaders discussed ways to strengthen …
Albania’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha visited Nicosia, Cyprus, where he held a series of high-level meetings focused on EU integration and bilateral cooperation. First, Hoxha met with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides, reaffirming both countries’ commitment to strengthening cooperation and advancing Albania’s European agenda. In addition, he …
Niko Peleshi met Pope Leo XIV in the Vatican. The meeting reaffirmed strong relations between Albania and the Holy See. Both sides emphasized shared values and cooperation. They highlighted peace, dialogue, and mutual respect. Peleshi presented a symbolic gift from Albania. The gesture expressed friendship and appreciation toward the Holy …
Bajram Begaj attended an international scientific conference in Tirana focused on the importance of toponymy in shaping Albanian cultural identity. The event was organized by the Institute of Anthropology under the Academy of Sciences. Researchers and academics discussed how place names reflect language, history, and identity. Begaj said that scientific …
By H.E. Ambassador Nasser Kamel, Secretary General of the Union for the Mediterranean. Tirana Times, June 25, 2026 – They say no man ever steps in the same river twice. The universe is in a constant state of flux: such is my sentiment as I reflect on my mandate at the Union for the …
Bank of Albania data show Austria topping first-quarter foreign investment flows, while property and construction continue to shape Albania’s FDI model. Tirana Times June 25, 2026 – The figures place Austria ahead of some of Albania’s traditionally dominant investment partners, including Italy, the Netherlands and Turkey. Yet the data also …
TIRANA, June 25 – The Executive Committee of the Albanian Football Federation has approved the starting dates for all national competitions in the 2026-2027 football season. The “Abissnet Superiore” championship will begin on August 22, 2026 and end on May 9, 2027. Meanwhile, the “First Category” championship will start on …