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The tower project in SPAK, the denunciation was submitted by Democratic Party

The file for the highest tower to be built in Tirana, otherwise called “Mountain of Tirana” has been handed to SPAK. Members of the Municipal Council, part of the Democratic Party, filed a lawsuit at noon today and have stated that they will make available to justice all the evidence …

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Ancient Albania palafit village could be Europe’s oldest settlement 

TIRANA, Aug. 8, 2023 – In a groundbreaking archaeological discovery, Albanian and Swiss researchers have unearthed evidence of a prehistoric settlement in southeastern Albania that predates anything previously known in Europe.  The Lini palafit village, located on the shores of Lake Ohrid near the picturesque town of Pogradec, has been …

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Linking ownership of shell companies to fugitives, SPAK seizes Tirana’s waste incinerator, setting stage for more corruption charges 

TIRANA, Aug. 8, 2023 – Special Prosecution Office Against Organized Crime and Corruption (SPAK) has ordered the seizure of the company operating the Tirana waste incinerator, following similar earlier action in Elbasan and Fier.  The move marks a significant development in one of Albania’s largest corruption cases ever and could …

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Përparim Kalo stands out as key contender in race for leadership of High Judicial Council 

Përparim Kalo TIRANA, Aug. 8, 2023 – The race for membership and leadership of Albania’s High Judicial Council (KLGj) and the High Prosecutorial Council (KLP) has unveiled 23 candidates who are vying to join these crucial institutions overseeing judges and prosecutors.  Among the names of the competitors, one stands out …

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The first plane expected to land in 2025, Rama shares Vlora Airport

Prime Minister Edi Rama started the day by posting on his social network “Facebook” pictures of the works being done at the new International Airport of Vlora. The works are being carried out at a high pace and the entire runway track has already taken shape. According to the prime …

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The conflicts between two men, the 46-year-old died of head injury, a 26-year-old is arrested

A 26-year-old has been arrested by police in Rinas. Henri Gjalpi, 26 years old, a resident of Tirana, 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 of “Manslaughter”. Therefore, we recall …

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Bus owner arrested over undeclared money at the border

This Monday morning, 121,680 undeclared euros were seized at the Port of Durres. The money was found hidden in the roof of the bus, of the “Durres-Bari-Durres” line. For this reason, the owner of the bus, Leonard Nikolli, was arrested in the act, while the driver was released. The authorities …

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Man fails bank robbery, arrested by police

The tentative of a young man to rob a bank this early Monday in the capital of Albania, Tirana failed, as police caught him before he touch the money.  The arrested is a 23-year-old was later identified as Enrik Ismalaj, who tried to rob a bank near Unaza e Re …

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Three army officers arrested for abuse of duty

The Criminal Court has arrested 3 army officers in Zall Herr. The hearing session took place behind closed doors, while it is known that the suspects have not admitted the authorship of the criminal offense. They have emphasized that 140 hectares of land is impossible to control all of them. …

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The elections of May 14 are certified, is sealed the total victory of the socialists

The result of May 14 are certified from the Central Election Commission, this Monday. Across the country, 53 municipalities are leaded by socialists, only 7 by the opposition coalition, Berisha-Meta and Finic Municipality, by Rometo Çakuli, of the Greek minority. Hegla Vukaj, proposed by the opposition in the Commission, did …

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Albanian FM expresses concern over Israeli minister’s video on detained activists, confirms consular assistance

TIRANA, May 21 – Albania’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha has expressed concern over a video published by Israel’s Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir showing detained activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla, among them an Albanian national. Meanwhile, Hoxha reacted on the social media platform X, …

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Albania at international film industry market “Marché du Film”

TIRANA, May 21 – The Marché du Film concluded in Cannes, with Albania and Kosova represented through a joint stand by the National Cinematography Center of Albania and the Cinematography Center of Kosova. The Marché du Film, held within the Cannes Film Festival framework, functions as the festival’s business market …

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Ombudsman contacts Israeli counterpart over Albanian activist

TIRANA, May 21 – The Ombudsman of Albania, Endrit Shabani, contacted Matanyahu Englman, the Israeli State Comptroller and Ombudsman. He requested full guarantees for the rights, physical integrity, and treatment of Albanian citizen Baki Goxhaj. Israeli authorities detained Goxhaj during an operation against the humanitarian initiative “Global Sumud Flotilla”. Shabani …

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Gashani hosts leaders of the Mediterranean Games 2030, coordination for major project in focus

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–header-height)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”7bc4bf37-c90d-4560-a851-2eb1752bfc4d” data-turn-id-container=”7bc4bf37-c90d-4560-a851-2eb1752bfc4d” data-testid=”conversation-turn-27″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> Preparations for the biggest sporting event in the country’s history, the “Prishtina 2030” Mediterranean Games, are entering an intensive phase of institutional coordination. *]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:2fe339d6-cc2f-4730-974c-1c32e33c2c15-13″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:2fe339d6-cc2f-4730-974c-1c32e33c2c15-13″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-28″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> Acting Minister of Youth and Sports, Blerim …

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OSCE: Electoral reform in Albania is a slow but important process; decision-making belongs to Albanians

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–header-height)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”c95c2a13-72c0-43e1-9252-fe79f8d8e808″ data-turn-id-container=”c95c2a13-72c0-43e1-9252-fe79f8d8e808″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-33″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe Presence in Albania has assessed that the work of the Special Commission on Electoral Reform has progressed slowly, but welcomed the resumption of its activity and its focus on important issues such …

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Celebrations and historical remembrance: Montenegro marks 20 years of independence

Montenegro this week is marking the 20th anniversary of its independence with concerts and festive activities taking place in the capital, Podgorica, and other cities across the country. On May 21, 2006, Montenegrin citizens voted in a historic referendum on the future of the state, with 55.5% choosing independence after …

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Albanian activist leaves Israel on a flight to Turkey

Albanian citizen Baki Goxhaj has departed for Turkey on one of the aircraft provided by the Turkish government for the transport of activists detained by Israel. According to sources from the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, he is currently on his way to Istanbul, where he will be received …

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SPAK, corruption, elections: IBAR document revealed, what was decided on Albania’s criteria

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–header-height)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”32a4dda1-cf36-4cd4-b698-7534afe718a0″ data-turn-id-container=”32a4dda1-cf36-4cd4-b698-7534afe718a0″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-35″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> This Thursday, Albania passed the draft of the European Union’s common interim position in the COELA working group in Brussels. *]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:2fe339d6-cc2f-4730-974c-1c32e33c2c15-17″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:2fe339d6-cc2f-4730-974c-1c32e33c2c15-17″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-36″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> Meanwhile, tomorrow the Interim Benchmark Assessment Report, otherwise known as …

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Pushing Against Inertia: How Harnex Is Testing the Balkans’ Appetite for Innovation

Tirana loves a good spectacle. Walk through the capital today and you are greeted by sleek new glass towers, vibrant urban spaces, and a relentless political chorus proclaiming Albania as the next big digital hub of the Western Balkans. But scratch beneath the surface of this calculated showmanship, and a …

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Transparency Board lowers fuel prices, diesel drops to 197 ALL per litre

TIRANA, May 21 – The Transparency Board set new ceiling prices for fuel trading during its latest meeting. The new prices enter into force today at 13:00. According to the decision, the retail price of SSH EN 590 diesel will not exceed 197 ALL per litre. Meanwhile, the wholesale price …

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Albanian FM expresses concern over Israeli minister’s video on detained activists, confirms consular assistance

TIRANA, May 21 – Albania’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha has expressed concern over a video published by Israel’s Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir showing detained activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla, among them an Albanian national. Meanwhile, Hoxha reacted on the social media platform X, …

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Albania at international film industry market “Marché du Film”

TIRANA, May 21 – The Marché du Film concluded in Cannes, with Albania and Kosova represented through a joint stand by the National Cinematography Center of Albania and the Cinematography Center of Kosova. The Marché du Film, held within the Cannes Film Festival framework, functions as the festival’s business market …

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Ombudsman contacts Israeli counterpart over Albanian activist

TIRANA, May 21 – The Ombudsman of Albania, Endrit Shabani, contacted Matanyahu Englman, the Israeli State Comptroller and Ombudsman. He requested full guarantees for the rights, physical integrity, and treatment of Albanian citizen Baki Goxhaj. Israeli authorities detained Goxhaj during an operation against the humanitarian initiative “Global Sumud Flotilla”. Shabani …

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Gashani hosts leaders of the Mediterranean Games 2030, coordination for major project in focus

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–header-height)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”7bc4bf37-c90d-4560-a851-2eb1752bfc4d” data-turn-id-container=”7bc4bf37-c90d-4560-a851-2eb1752bfc4d” data-testid=”conversation-turn-27″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> Preparations for the biggest sporting event in the country’s history, the “Prishtina 2030” Mediterranean Games, are entering an intensive phase of institutional coordination. *]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:2fe339d6-cc2f-4730-974c-1c32e33c2c15-13″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:2fe339d6-cc2f-4730-974c-1c32e33c2c15-13″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-28″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> Acting Minister of Youth and Sports, Blerim …

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OSCE: Electoral reform in Albania is a slow but important process; decision-making belongs to Albanians

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–header-height)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”c95c2a13-72c0-43e1-9252-fe79f8d8e808″ data-turn-id-container=”c95c2a13-72c0-43e1-9252-fe79f8d8e808″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-33″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe Presence in Albania has assessed that the work of the Special Commission on Electoral Reform has progressed slowly, but welcomed the resumption of its activity and its focus on important issues such …

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Celebrations and historical remembrance: Montenegro marks 20 years of independence

Montenegro this week is marking the 20th anniversary of its independence with concerts and festive activities taking place in the capital, Podgorica, and other cities across the country. On May 21, 2006, Montenegrin citizens voted in a historic referendum on the future of the state, with 55.5% choosing independence after …

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Albanian activist leaves Israel on a flight to Turkey

Albanian citizen Baki Goxhaj has departed for Turkey on one of the aircraft provided by the Turkish government for the transport of activists detained by Israel. According to sources from the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, he is currently on his way to Istanbul, where he will be received …

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SPAK, corruption, elections: IBAR document revealed, what was decided on Albania’s criteria

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–header-height)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”32a4dda1-cf36-4cd4-b698-7534afe718a0″ data-turn-id-container=”32a4dda1-cf36-4cd4-b698-7534afe718a0″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-35″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”user”> This Thursday, Albania passed the draft of the European Union’s common interim position in the COELA working group in Brussels. *]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:2fe339d6-cc2f-4730-974c-1c32e33c2c15-17″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:2fe339d6-cc2f-4730-974c-1c32e33c2c15-17″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-36″ data-scroll-anchor=”false” data-turn=”assistant”> Meanwhile, tomorrow the Interim Benchmark Assessment Report, otherwise known as …

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Pushing Against Inertia: How Harnex Is Testing the Balkans’ Appetite for Innovation

Tirana loves a good spectacle. Walk through the capital today and you are greeted by sleek new glass towers, vibrant urban spaces, and a relentless political chorus proclaiming Albania as the next big digital hub of the Western Balkans. But scratch beneath the surface of this calculated showmanship, and a …

News

Transparency Board lowers fuel prices, diesel drops to 197 ALL per litre

TIRANA, May 21 – The Transparency Board set new ceiling prices for fuel trading during its latest meeting. The new prices enter into force today at 13:00. According to the decision, the retail price of SSH EN 590 diesel will not exceed 197 ALL per litre. Meanwhile, the wholesale price …