For the third time is postponed the hearing session for Fatmir Mediu
The hearing against former Defense Minister Fatmir Mediu has been postponed for the third time. The reason is the lack of lawyers. The latter have filed a request for the postponement of the session. ABC News reporter Ermal Vija reports that the next session is expected to be held on …
Democrat MP appears at SPAK over electoral crimes reporting
Member of Parliament, Flamur Noka appeared on Tuesday morning at the premises of the Special Prosecution Against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK), where he gave clarifications on several reports related to the election crimes he claims to have been committed before the May 14 local elections. One of the reports …
Salary increase, Brace: It does not include all employees
In the Finance and Economy committee this Tuesday, the salary increase for public administration employees was reviewed. The presentation of the draft law has been accompanied by criticism from the deputy of the majority Erion Braçe, who emphasizes that in relation to the salary increase for the employees, it should …
Migrants’ transporters tries to escape police in Korca
Police of Korça have arrested a 28-year-old man for transporting illegal immigrants. It is about the citizen with the initials S.Z., a resident in Korça, who was caught with 25 illegal immigrants in his van. The Police Services, on the basis of the information provided by the information intelligence, for …
Man arrested for cultivation of over 6000 cannabis plants
Police of Malësi e Madhe have arrested this Tuesday a 55-year-old wanted man, who is accused of cultivating cannabis plants. In the framework of the coded operation “Clean Alps”, the citizen Ajet Delishaj was arrested, who is suspected of cultivating 6300 narcotic seedlings in the ground and another 20,300 seedlings …
Flamur Noka goes to Spak
MP Flamur Noka appeared on Tuesday morning at the premises of SPAK. ABC News reporter Ermal Vija reports that for 30 minutes the deputy has been giving clarifications on some reports he made before the May 14 elections, reports made in relation to election crimes. One of the reports is …
Balkan Countries Host ‘Immediate Response’ NATO Exercise
Several Balkan countries, joined by US forces in Europe, are taking part in this year’s ‘Immediate Response 23’ military exercise, which is designed in part to showcase NATO’s ability to resist Russian aggression. Original post Here
US Ambassador message during ‘Defender Europe 2023’ launch
Ambassador of the United States of America, Yuri Kim has underlined Monday that the holding of the “Defender Europe 2023” is an extraordinary moment and that the cooperation with Albania and other allies have made NATO more united than ever. In her remarks during the launch of the drill in …
Begaj sees “Defender Europe 2023” as very important due to Ukraine war
President of the Republic, Bajram Begaj underlined this Monday that the American military exercise “Defender 2023” has a great and tangible importance in the current geopolitical situation after the Russian aggression in Ukraine, but also about the situation in the Western Balkans. During his speech during this activity, where Prime …
New details on Kavaja execution revealed
Habib Rexha, the preson responsible for the murder that happened on Sunday after in Kavaja, had arrived from Italy two weeks ago. According to the local media, Rexha studied the movements of Arjan Gosa, who was shot to death with a firearm. Investigators suspect that after the incident he started …
TIRANA, May 6 – Automotive Fair Albania returns for its fourth edition in Tirana from 21 to 24 May. The event brings together automotive enthusiasts and technology displays under the motto “Fueled by Passion”. Organisers confirm that the fair will take place at the same venue and will maintain its …
Deputy Minister of Economy and Innovation Olta Manjani held a meeting with the inter-institutional working group on the draft law “On Foreigners.” She said the law forms an integral part of Chapter 2 on the free movement of people. She emphasized full alignment with European Union standards. She stressed continued …
TIRANA, May 6 – The Ministry of Education and the Albanian-American Development Foundation (AADF) signed a cooperation agreement today to establish the National Education Services Agency. The agreement aims to transform the institution responsible for national examinations and key education services into a modern and autonomous body aligned with international …
Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Blendi Gonxhja met with AADF Board Director Michael Granoff to discuss long-standing cooperation in cultural heritage and development projects. He said the Albanian-American Development Foundation (AADF) plays a key role in driving sustainable transformation in culture, education, and urban development in Albania. He said …
The Competition Department at the Albanian Football Association (FSHF) has confirmed the schedule for the play-out stage of Kategoria e Parë. Kukësi will face Bylis B at Vorë Stadium. Luftëtari will play against Sopoti at “Flamurtari” Stadium in Vlora. Both matches will take place on May 9 at 16:00. The …
TIRANA, May 6 – The Police Oversight Agency held a ceremony marking the completion of a training cycle for 23 security officers. The agency reported that 19 officers from its structures and four officers from the Kosova Police Inspectorate received certificates after completing a three-week training course on crime investigation. …
Himara has officially opened its 2026 summer tourist season with a three-day program of cultural, sports, and entertainment events. The municipality organized the activities on May 1, 2, and 3 across key coastal areas of the city. The program included concerts, fairs, children’s events, outdoor cinema, light festivals, and water …
TIRANA, May 6 – The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport and the Albanian-American Development Foundation signed a cooperation agreement. The agreement advances the preparation of a second package of nomination files for UNESCO. The process targets the Intangible Cultural Heritage List and the Register of Good Safeguarding Practices of …
TIRANA, May 6 – The Albanian-American Development Foundation and the Ministry of Education signed an agreement in Tirana. The agreement focuses on the modernization of assessment systems in the new National Agency for Education Services. It aims to strengthen digital transformation in education and reinforce merit-based principles in the system. …
TIRANA, May 6 – The Albanian Armed Forces and the New Jersey National Guard marked 25 years of partnership under the State Partnership Program. The anniversary highlighted long-term cooperation in defence and security. A United States delegation visited Albania for the occasion. Brigadier General Yvonne Mays led the delegation as …