Sexual abuse of the 26-year old in Vlora/ Balla: The victim will have full legal support
The Minister of the Interior, Taulant Balla, has visited the 26-year-old woman, who was raped a few days ago by four boys, in the Vlora hospital. During his speech, Balla guaranteed that the young woman will have full legal support and a full investigation will be carried out with personal …
Albania to host Europe of World Tourism Organization meeting in spring
Albania will host for the first time the meeting of the Commission for Europe of the World Tourism Organization, in the spring of 2024. This was announced by Prime Minister Edi Rama on the social networks, as he shared a video with the natural beauties of Albania . “Good morning …
Shkoder, bicyclist woman crashed by careless driver
A car accident was registered this Wednesday morning in Shkodra. According to preliminary information, around 7:45 a.m., in the “Tre Heronjte” neighborhood, a vehicle with a 34-year-old driver crashed into a 56-year-old woman riding a bicycle. Following the crash, the woman was taken to the hospital, in a non-life-threatening condition. …
Two youths arrested for illegal sports gambling
Two people were arrested in Cerrik this Wednesday. The two citizens, 25 years old and 56 years old, were put in handcuffs after placing sports bets using mobile phones. Sports betting sites were found open on their mobile phones. Two mobile phones were seized as material evidence. /abcnews.al […] Read …
Minister’s statement on Former PM Berisha’s process on corruption charges
Minister of Tourism, Mirela Kumbaro answered this Wednesday journalists’ questions regarding the security measure given by Special Court (GJKKO) to former Prime Minister Sali Berisha regarding the privatization of the Partizani complex. In her statement after the government’s decisions, Kumbaro emphasized that the majority, which established this new justice system, …
Lezha teacher’s arm broken by student in chair fight
A serious incident happened at the high school “Hydajet Lezha” in the city of Lezha this Wednesday. Teacher Majlinda Palushi was hit with a chair by a student inside the school premises. She was sent by ambulance to Lezha hospital and it is learned that she broke her arm from …
Persons who raped woman in Vlora left in prison
Court of Vlora decided this Wednesday the security measure ‘Arrest with prison’ for the three citizens accused of incitement and use of drugs and then the rape of the 26-year-old a few days ago. Two of them, Oltjon Tahiri and Albi Ceno, have been arrested, while Gentjano Mehmeti has been …
Rama meets Varheleyi in Brussels
Prime Minister Edi Rama is in Brussels, where he will participate in the “Global Gateway” forum on the current challenges of Europe and the importance of international cooperation. The head of the government met with the commissioner for expansion Oliver Varhelyi. The Prime Minister’s visit to Brussels comes a few …
Mayor Veliaj met ex-ambassador Arvizu in US visit
Mayor of Tirana, Erion Veliaj has met with a special friend of Albania, the former US ambassador Aleksandër Arvizu, in his last visit to the United States of America. As it can be seen from this photo published by Veliaj, he has got a great friendship with the former American …
Former PM Berisha “willing” to testify at Special Court on corruption charges
The special court summoned Sali Berisha to a hearing today at 2:00 p.m. to inform him of the accusation and the security measure against him. But Berisha said he will not go to court. He stated that the decision was made in violation of the constitution. Former Prime Minister Sali …
TIRANA, June 6 – European Union and Western Balkan leaders meet in Tivat for the Western Balkans–EU summit. They focus on speeding up enlargement and advancing reforms across candidate countries. Meanwhile, European Council President António Costa says enlargement remains merit-based, but he adds that the process must become faster and …
TIRANA, June 6 – The Spring Festival returns to Albania after two decades. It takes place on June 6 and 7 at the National Theatre of Opera and Ballet in Tirana. The event brings together established and emerging artists. Organisers present the festival as a revival of a major cultural …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said that Sazan Island will remain property of the Albanian state. He stressed that it will not be privatized. Speaking at the Socialist Party’s 35th anniversary event in Vlora, Rama said Sazan is a national asset. Therefore, any development project will be carried out in partnership …
Albania received strong support from European Union leaders at the summit in Tivat, Montenegro. EU officials said the country is moving in the right direction toward membership. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the EU’s goals are clear. She stated that Montenegro is expected to join the EU …
Prime Minister and Socialist Party leader Edi Rama said that no request for strategic investor status has been submitted for the Zvërnec project. Speaking at the Socialist Party’s 35th anniversary event in Vlora, Rama rejected criticism of strategic investments. He said that when his government took office, Vlora lacked major …
The European Union in Albania has supported 22 journalists and media professionals from across the country. Through short-film projects, they highlighted the stories and challenges faced by some of the most vulnerable groups in Albanian society. The initiative was implemented in cooperation with the organizations Albanian Women in Audiovisual and …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said that the planned tourism resort in Zvërnec will transform Vlora into a destination of global importance. During a meeting with local residents, Rama highlighted the project’s expected economic impact. He said the investment would attract further development and increase interest in real estate, apartments, and …
More than 45 icons from the rich collection of the National Museum of Medieval Art will go on display in France for the first time. The exhibition, “Icons of Albania – Treasures of the National Museum of Medieval Art of Korça,” will open on June 13 at the Musée des …
The European Commission has proposed closing three negotiation chapters with Albania, according to António Costa. Costa announced the news during a press conference following the EU–Western Balkans Summit in Tivat. Furthermore, he praised the progress of Western Balkan countries on their path toward the European Union. He said the enlargement …
Prime Minister Edi Rama met with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz today in Tivat during the EU–Western Balkans Summit. Rama shared details of the meeting in a social media post. He said they spoke after the summit session and before departing for their respective destinations. Furthermore, the summit brought together European …