Floods in Emilia Romagna in Italy/ Tirana gives 100 thousand euros aid
The municipality of Tirana, at the proposal of the mayor Erion Veliaj, has granted 100 thousand euros aid to the Region of Emilia Romagna in Italy, to alleviate the consequences of the damages caused by the massive floods of the last few weeks. The massive rains of May 2023 in …
Tragic/ A 50-year old man was shot in front of his wife and child
ABC News has learned the identity of the 50-year-old, who was shot yesterday evening in Shijak. It is about Ardjan Çyrbjan, while the suspected author is Ervis Hodo. The latter shot three times at the 50-year-old man, who was with his wife and child. Çyrbe’s wife approached the perpetrator, begging …
Stabbed his brother, police arrested a 49-year-old man
A 49-year-old man from Elbasan was arrested after stabbing his brother the night before. The police stated that the fight between the brothers happened for weak motives. Currently, the injured is hospitalized and, according to sources, he is out of danger. The suspected perpetrator will face justice after the arrest. …
Bomb maker arrested in Lezha
Police of Lezha have arrested Friday the 66-year-old Qemal Ajazi, who produced mines with remote control, to sell them in the Lezha district, to citizens or groups that carried out criminal activities, to use them for crimes against the person. Law officers seized 3 remote control mines, 2 firearms, 40 …
Situation on North/ Kurti: We could not postpone the elections again
The Parliament of Kosovo is holding an extraordinary session according to the situation in North. Prime Minister of Kosovo, Albin Kurti in his speech said that they decided to postpone the elections in North together with the internationals because of the security in the country. He said that they accepted …
Saimir Tahiri released from prison
The court of Elbasan, at the request of the prosecution, has released Saimir Tahir from prison. The decision was given today by judge Matilda Fetau, who has decided that former interior minister Tahiri will serve the remainder of his sentence under house arrest. The former interior minister was sentenced to …
Why tensions between Serbia and Kosovo are flaring
By Veton Surroi The first lesson of the events of these days in the four northern municipalities of Kosovo is that the conflict between Kosovo and Serbia is not over. Even after 24 years, since Serbia signed the capitulation with NATO, it still has not signed the peace and cooperation …
Vote-buying, elected mayor of Himara left in prison by Special Court’s appellate
Appellate Instance of the Special Court against Corruption and Organized Crime (GJKKO) has left the elected mayor Fredi Beleri in prison this Thursday and has changed the measure for Pandeli Kokaveshi from prison arrest to forced appearance. Through his lawyer, Edmond Demo, Beleri asked for release from prison and change …
“Conflict in North Kosovo must be resolved with the democratic world”, Rama meets Vucic and Von der Leyen in Moldova
Prime Minister Edi Rama has posted a video on “Facebook” while he was talking with the president of Serbia, Aleksandar Vucic, the president of the European Commission, Ursula Von der Leyen and other leaders at the summit of the European Political Community that is being held this Thursday in Chisinau, …
One injured in Matt shooting, perpetrator wanted
A firearm-related incident occurred in the early hours of this Thursday morning in Mat, causing one injured, while the police identified the 38-year-old perpetrator and declared him wanted. Law enforcement announced that the injured after the incident went to the hospital to receive medical help, where the police were also …
Tirana protest unfolds amid EU concerns over shrinking parliamentary oversight. TIRANA, May 08, 2026 — Albania’s opposition staged a national protest in Tirana on Friday evening, demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama and what it described as his corrupt government, while accusing the ruling majority of abuse of …
TIRANA, May 9 – President of the Council of Europe Antonio Costa sent a message to Albania on Europe Day, describing the occasion as a moment to reflect on shared European values and the progress of aspiring countries toward integration. Addressing Albanian citizens as future members of the European Union, …
Prime Minister Edi Rama urged Elbasan to become a leading city for startups and innovation during a meeting with winners of Albania’s national startup program for 2025 and new applicants for 2026. During the event, young innovators presented projects in technology and the digital economy. Meanwhile, organizers highlighted the rapid …
Mayor of Elbasan Gledian Llatja said startups will transform into concrete development models for Elbasan during a meeting with winners of Albania’s 2025 startup program and new applicants for 2026. The event took place at the newly renovated “Onufri” arts high school in Elbasan. Young innovators presented promising technology projects …
Prime Minister Edi Rama met today in Elbasan with winners of Albania’s 2025 startup program and applicants for 2026, who presented promising projects in technology and innovation. During the meeting, Rama said technology is rapidly transforming economic development and innovation. He explained that the world has moved from linear growth …
Albania inaugurated its National Pavilion at the 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia with the presentation of “A Place in the Sun” by artist Genti Korini, curated by Małgorzata Ludwisiak. During the opening ceremony, Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Sports Blendi Gonxhja described Albania’s participation as a …
Minister of Interior Besfort Lamallari addressed the International Migration Forum at the United Nations and reaffirmed Albania’s commitment to safe, orderly, and legal migration. During his speech, Lamallari stressed that Albania supports migration policies based on human rights, international cooperation, and stronger engagement with the Albanian diaspora. Furthermore, he said …
Minister of Environment Sofjan Jaupaj met today with Dame Dimitrovski, adviser to the Prime Minister of North Macedonia, and Raimund Jehle during the regional conference United for Climate. During the meeting, Jaupaj discussed a regional forestry initiative supported by the Green Climate Fund and the Food and Agriculture Organization. Furthermore, …
U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Nancy VanHorn attended the “Battle of the Bands” concert in Tirana featuring the Flagship and the Orchestra of the Albanian Armed Forces. During her opening remarks, VanHorn said the event celebrated “Freedom 250,” a global initiative launched by Donald Trump to honor 250 years of American independence, …
Ura e Kamarës is a historic medieval bridge located near the village of Mirakë, along the Elbasan–Librazhd national road. To reach it, visitors follow the old Egnatia Road and pass through a narrow village path. Then they arrive at the bridge site. The bridge measures about 40 meters in length …