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New details on reportedly burned little girl revealed

New details have been learned from the event published the day before, where it was reported about a 2-year-old admitted to the Pediatrics of the State Medical University, with burn marks on her body. It is known that the minor girl was taken to the hospital by her aunt because …

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Lushnja woman sentenced for rape detained

Police of Lushnja has arrested this Friday the wanted 30-year-old Borana Faslliu, after she was sentenced to 3 years and 4 months in prison, for the criminal offense of “Sexual relationship with violence, with adults”. Court of Appeal has sentenced the 30-year-old woman to 3 years and 4 months in …

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Special Court hearing on notorious Laert Haxhiu postponed

Hearing on Laert Haxhiu, accused of the double murder in Lushnja in 2017, where Jurgen Hoxha and Zamir Latifi lost their lives, while Xjulio Shkurti escaped the assassination, has been postponed this Friday. Special Court scheduled the next session on December 1 to give time to the appointed lawyer to …

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Durres, a 50 year old crashed to death by careless driver

A fatal accident happened this Friday morning in the city of Durrës, on the ring road of Shkozet.  According to the police, a vehicle, which was driven by a 32-year-old man, hit a 50 year old to death while riding a bicycle. On his part, driver of the vehicle was …

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“Temple” operation, a 27-year old is arrested

A 27-year-old man was captured by the police as part of the operation coded “Temple”. It is reported that the 27-year-old was declared wanted after the Court of First Instance of the General Jurisdiction of Tirana has assigned the security measure “Arrest in prison” for the criminal offense “Production and …

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Man found dead inside car in Fier

A 39-year-old man from Tirana was found without signs of life in Fier, in the village of Daullas. From the actions so far, it is suspected that the 39-year-old committed suicide with a firearm. Police services immediately went to the scene, where they found a pistol and a cartridge case. …

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Ilir Panda, elected deputy president of the Supreme Court

The general meeting of judges of the Supreme Court held this Thursday the procedure for the election of the Deputy President of this Court. Referring to the requirements of Article 26, point 3 of Law no. 98/2016 “On the organization of judicial power in the Republic of Albania” as well …

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Man arrested for dealing drugs near Saranda school

A 44-year-old man was arrested by the police on Thursday morning, after he was caught selling narcotics near schools in Saranda. During the control carried out against the 44-year-old, the Police services found quantities of suspected narcotic cannabis, divided into about 63 doses, ready for sale. From the verifications carried …

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Human remains found in Saranda identified

Adnant Jaupi is the 53-year-old from Elbasan whose body was found decomposed in Xarrë village, Konispol municipality. The 53-year-old from Elbasan worked as a shepherd in Xarre, while he had been missing for about 2-3 months. His family members were also interested in this. From the investigation, there are no …

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Hearing on ex-minister of defense postponed

Hearing on former Minister of Defense, Fatmir Mediu has been postponed due to the absence of two lawyers. Next session is expected to be held on November 30 at 10:00. It should be noted that the Court reassigned the state-appointed lawyer, Artan Simon. Mediu is accused of abuse of duty …

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Western Balkans Youth Need More Skills to Recognise Online Fakes: BIRN Report

New report concludes that young people in the Western Balkan need enhanced practical skills to detect fake news on the internet and social media, but also improvements in online platforms’ standards and transparency to make false information easier to recognise. Original post Here

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Albania at advanced stage in EU negotiations on goods movement and external relations chapters

TIRANA, June 10 – Deputy Minister of Economy and Innovation Enkelejd Musabelliu reported to the Foreign Policy Committee on Albania’s progress in European Union accession negotiations for Chapter 1 “Free Movement of Goods” and Chapter 30 “External Relations”. He said Chapter 1 focuses on technical standards and regulatory alignment for …

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Conservation Works to Begin Soon at Bylis Archaeological Park

TIRANA, June 1 – Conservation works will start within days at the Bylis Archaeological Park and the Klos site. The project will also upgrade tourism infrastructure and build a multifunctional center. It aims to strengthen visitor services and local economic activity. Representatives from the European Union Delegation in Albania, the …

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Albania and New Jersey National Guard expand cooperation from military education to cyber defence

TIRANA, June 10 – Minister of Defence Ermal Nufi and Chief of General Staff Lieutenant General Arben Kingji met US Air Force Brigadier General Yvonne L. Mays in the United States. Mays also serves as Adjutant General of the State of New Jersey and Commissioner for Military Affairs. The meeting …

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PM Rama: Milot–Balldren road to boost tourism and economy in northern Albania

TIRANA, June 10 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said the start of works on the Milot–Balldren road segment marks an important step for Shkodër, Lezha, and northern Albania. He made the remarks in a post on social media. Rama said the project will improve mobility and road safety. He added …

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Film “Take Me to Qafë e Botës to See Chameria”: A Human and Historical Story of Homesickness

A large audience in Tirana attended the premiere of the film “Më çoni në Qafë të Botës të shoh Çamërinë” (“Take Me to Qafë e Botës to See Chameria”). The film is a production by the Çamëria Foundation “Hasan Tahsini” and Alket Veliu. It is written by Luan Rama and …

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Speaker Peleshi meets Greek Parliament Deputy Speaker and European Affairs Chair Plakiotakis in Athens on EU integration

TIRANA, June 10 – Speaker of Parliament Niko Peleshi met Ioannis Plakiotakis in Athens. Plakiotakis serves as Chair of the European Affairs Committee and First Deputy Speaker of the Greek Parliament. The talks focused on strengthening parliamentary cooperation between Albania and Greece and supporting Albania’s European Union integration process. Both …

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Fuel Transparency Board cuts diesel and petrol prices in Albania

TIRANA, June 10 – The Transparency Board set new retail and wholesale price ceilings for diesel and petrol. Gazoil meeting SSH EN 590 standards will cost no more than 188 ALL per litre at retail level, while wholesale prices will not exceed 176 ALL per litre. Petrol will not exceed …

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Ministerial Ukraine–South East Europe in Tirana postponed due to Ukraine security situation

TIRANA, June 10 – The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs postponed the Ministerial Ukraine–South East Europe meeting. The meeting was scheduled for June 12, 2026 in Tirana. The ministry said it will announce a new date later. The ministry clarifies that the decision follows the security situation in Ukraine. …

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Academy of Sciences supports concerns of Albanians in Presheva Valley

TIRANA, June 10 – The Academy of Sciences of Albania said it supports the legitimate demands and concerns of Albanians in the Presheva Valley. It also said it stands ready to cooperate in addressing them. The statement followed a meeting between the Academy’s leadership, institute directors, and Presheva Municipality Mayor …

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Western Balkans Youth Need More Skills to Recognise Online Fakes: BIRN Report

New report concludes that young people in the Western Balkan need enhanced practical skills to detect fake news on the internet and social media, but also improvements in online platforms’ standards and transparency to make false information easier to recognise. Original post Here

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Albania at advanced stage in EU negotiations on goods movement and external relations chapters

TIRANA, June 10 – Deputy Minister of Economy and Innovation Enkelejd Musabelliu reported to the Foreign Policy Committee on Albania’s progress in European Union accession negotiations for Chapter 1 “Free Movement of Goods” and Chapter 30 “External Relations”. He said Chapter 1 focuses on technical standards and regulatory alignment for …

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Conservation Works to Begin Soon at Bylis Archaeological Park

TIRANA, June 1 – Conservation works will start within days at the Bylis Archaeological Park and the Klos site. The project will also upgrade tourism infrastructure and build a multifunctional center. It aims to strengthen visitor services and local economic activity. Representatives from the European Union Delegation in Albania, the …

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Albania and New Jersey National Guard expand cooperation from military education to cyber defence

TIRANA, June 10 – Minister of Defence Ermal Nufi and Chief of General Staff Lieutenant General Arben Kingji met US Air Force Brigadier General Yvonne L. Mays in the United States. Mays also serves as Adjutant General of the State of New Jersey and Commissioner for Military Affairs. The meeting …

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PM Rama: Milot–Balldren road to boost tourism and economy in northern Albania

TIRANA, June 10 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said the start of works on the Milot–Balldren road segment marks an important step for Shkodër, Lezha, and northern Albania. He made the remarks in a post on social media. Rama said the project will improve mobility and road safety. He added …

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Film “Take Me to Qafë e Botës to See Chameria”: A Human and Historical Story of Homesickness

A large audience in Tirana attended the premiere of the film “Më çoni në Qafë të Botës të shoh Çamërinë” (“Take Me to Qafë e Botës to See Chameria”). The film is a production by the Çamëria Foundation “Hasan Tahsini” and Alket Veliu. It is written by Luan Rama and …

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Speaker Peleshi meets Greek Parliament Deputy Speaker and European Affairs Chair Plakiotakis in Athens on EU integration

TIRANA, June 10 – Speaker of Parliament Niko Peleshi met Ioannis Plakiotakis in Athens. Plakiotakis serves as Chair of the European Affairs Committee and First Deputy Speaker of the Greek Parliament. The talks focused on strengthening parliamentary cooperation between Albania and Greece and supporting Albania’s European Union integration process. Both …

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Fuel Transparency Board cuts diesel and petrol prices in Albania

TIRANA, June 10 – The Transparency Board set new retail and wholesale price ceilings for diesel and petrol. Gazoil meeting SSH EN 590 standards will cost no more than 188 ALL per litre at retail level, while wholesale prices will not exceed 176 ALL per litre. Petrol will not exceed …

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Ministerial Ukraine–South East Europe in Tirana postponed due to Ukraine security situation

TIRANA, June 10 – The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs postponed the Ministerial Ukraine–South East Europe meeting. The meeting was scheduled for June 12, 2026 in Tirana. The ministry said it will announce a new date later. The ministry clarifies that the decision follows the security situation in Ukraine. …

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Academy of Sciences supports concerns of Albanians in Presheva Valley

TIRANA, June 10 – The Academy of Sciences of Albania said it supports the legitimate demands and concerns of Albanians in the Presheva Valley. It also said it stands ready to cooperate in addressing them. The statement followed a meeting between the Academy’s leadership, institute directors, and Presheva Municipality Mayor …