Albanian Mine Pollution Puts Lake Ohrid’s UNESCO Status at Risk
Lake split between Albania and North Macedonia is facing serious threats that are damaging its ecosystem and jeopardizing its UNESCO status. Original post Here
Albanian to be extradited from Germany for money laundering
German police has arrested the citizen Silvester Driza, who will be extradited to Albania, the police announced. Driza was declared an international wanted man, it is suspected that in 2017 he founded a fictitious company with a field of activity in the integrated handling of inerts and issued invoices with …
Tirana, man arrested for selling counterfeit EURO
B.B, 20 years old, was arrested after the police found 1250 counterfeit EURO. The police say that he advertised fake euros on social networks with the intention of selling them. At the time of his arrest by the police, he was carrying a counterfeit package of 300 euros, which he …
Ilir Meta is summoned to SPAK
The head of the Freedom Party, Ilir Meta, was summoned to the Special Prosecutor’s Office today. Meta arrived at the premises of SPAK around 10:00. The reasons for summoning former President Meta to the Special Prosecutor’s Office are still unknown. In a brief statement to the media before entering SPAK, …
Two injured in Fushë Kruja-Laç road car crash
An accident was registered after midnight of this Tuesday morning on the Fushë Krujë – Laç highway, where the vehicle driven by citizen A.Z, 37 years old, collided with the vehicle driven by citizen M.N. As a result, the two passengers who were in the car belonging to citizen MN …
Six democrat MPs expelled from Parliament after tensions
Six MPs of the Democratic Party (DP) were expelled this Tuesday from the Assembly proceedings for 10 days, after the chaos they caused in the plenary session last Thursday. The expelled MPs are Elda Hoti, Sorina Koti, Oerd Bylykbashi, Lindita Metaliaj, Gerta Bardeli and Edmond Spahon. Earlier on, 12 MPs …
Special court to hold hearing on Elbasan incinerator file
Special Court against Corruption and Organized Crime (GJKKO) will hold this Tuesday, at 12:00, a preliminary session for the Elbasan incinerator file. During the hearing, judge Rudina Palloi will decide whether to send it for trial or if the file will be returned to the Prosecutor’s Office for further investigations. …
Durres port inspectors arrested on corruption charges
Six inspectors of the Port of Durres have been put in handcuffs this Tuesday for the criminal offenses of “Passive corruption of persons exercising public functions” and “Abuse of duty”. The arrested inspectors are: Kalosh Sula, Luan Çelaj, Marsel Farruku, Naim Kadrimi, Isametin Vranezi and Eduart Matmuja. From the investigations, …
The government of Montenegro and Albania will hold a joint meeting on February 27
On Monday, February 27, a joint meeting of the government of Montenegro and the Republic of Albania will be held. The meeting will be held in the building of the Montenegrin Academy of Sciences and Arts, while a number of interstate agreements are expected to be signed. After the signing …
Albania Seizes Liberia-Registered Ship Carrying Suspected Russian Oil
Albanian police on Monday seized a Liberian-registered ship carrying some 22,500 tons of petroleum near Durres and arrested the crew, suspecting the oil is from Russia. Original post Here
Kosovo’s Anti-Corruption Agency has published the annual asset declaration of Prime Minister Albin Kurti. The report shows that his rent has increased by €100, while his personal savings have decreased. There are no significant changes in his movable or immovable assets. Under real estate, Kurti lists an apartment owned by …
Finance Minister Petrit Malaj, during an official visit to Washington, held a meeting at the U.S. Department of State with Jacob Helberg, Under Secretary for Economic Affairs. The visit took place במסגרת the annual meetings of the Albanian delegation with leaders of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund. …
Doctors have denied complaints regarding the alleged malfunctioning of the Emergency Department at Kefalonia Hospital, following the death of 19-year-old Albanian woman, Myrto. The allegations were made by an anonymous woman, while the Hospital Workers’ Union of the General Hospital of Kefalonia has called for an investigation into the case. …
The Order of Pharmacists in Albania, in cooperation with the Chamber of Pharmacists of Kosovo, has opened the 8th Pharmaceutical Conference titled “Together for Pharmaceuticals.” Key topics discussed included the need for concrete reforms to address recurring issues in the pharmaceutical sector, as well as calls to establish European standards …
The General Directorate of Prisons has released details about a large-scale inspection carried out this Saturday at Peqin Prison, during which prohibited items were seized. Authorities also identified a suspected case involving narcotic substances and confirmed that two high-risk inmates serving life sentences have been transferred. Full statement: Under the …
Minister Hoxha Attends Antalya Diplomacy Forum, Focus on Dialogue and Western Balkans EU Integration
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Ferit Hoxha, took part in the 3rd Meeting of the Peace Platform for the Balkans, at the invitation of his Turkish counterpart, Hakan Fidan. Strengthening regional cooperation, the prospects for European integration, economic development, and energy security were among the main topics discussed. Ministers …
An evening filled with emotion and art was experienced at the “Lasgush Poradeci” theater hall in Pogradec, where the monodrama “Mother Teresa’s Dream – The Divine Human” was staged, serving as an artistic tribute to the iconic figure of Mother Teresa. The performance by actress Justina Aliaj, directed by Gëzim …
TIRANA, April 18 – Albania’s Prime Minister Edi Rama attended the “In Defence of Democracy” summit in Barcelona, where he met Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez at the opening of the event. Rama described Sanchez in a social media post as “a wise and courageous leader” and a valued partner. …
TIRANA, April 18 – Albania’s Prime Minister Edi Rama took part in the fourth “In Defence of Democracy” summit held in Barcelona, Spain, joining leaders and officials for discussions on global democratic challenges. At the start of the summit, Rama met Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez. In a social media …
Gent Sejko met senior officials from the World Bank and the International Finance Corporation. He met Antonella Bassani, Xiaoqing Yu, and Alfonso García Mora. They discussed Albania’s latest economic and financial developments. They assessed them as positive. The economy showed steady growth. Inflation remained low. Financial stability strengthened. They highlighted …