Albania Detains 45 in Anti-Drugs Bust Focused on Elbasan
Albanian police declared on Thursday that an anti-drugs operation had resulted in 45 people being arrested while seven more are declared wanted. Original post Here
Police once again controls at the Mujahideen camp in Durres
This Thursday morning, the police controlled again MEK camp in Manez, Durres. Journalist Leonidha Musaj reports for ABC News that police forces are stationed at the entrance to Camp Ashraf 3 and are checking all vehicles leaving the camp. Meanwhile, we remember that a week ago in this camp due …
Police “surrounds” Elbasan, Rapid Intervention Force looking for Talo Çela
Elbasan continues to be armored by the Rapid Intervention Force. This action, which is spread throughout the city, focuses on the identification and capture of the most recent criminal elements. Talo Çela is a nationally and internationally wanted person and is accused of the criminal offenses “Murder of a police …
Kosovo, a police checkpoint in North is attacked with a stun grenade
The police checkpoint at the “Three Skyscrapers” in North of Mitrovica was partially burned by a powerful explosion that is suspected to be from a stun grenad but luckily no one was injured. The incident happened today around 3:15 am on Thursday, while at the time of the explosion the …
50 arrested by Rapid Intervention Force in Elbasan
New details are learned about the Police and Rapid Intervention Force operation in the city of Elbasan. It is reported that 50 people have been arrested, while most of them are suspected of being involved in the production and sale of narcotics. The action started at midnight and the city …
One injured in Korça-Pogradec road car accident
Another accident happened today on the road axis, Pogradec – Korçë. At the entrance to the city of Maliqi, a “Golf” type vehicle overtook a pedestrian who was crossing from one side of the road to the other. According to the witnesses of the event, the ambulance arrived very late, …
Hospital autonomy, Manastirliu: Doctors can do consultations outside ordinary working hours
The Minister of Health Ogerta Manastirliu, after the end of the government meeting this Thursday, announced the decisions that were approved by the Council of Ministers. Manastirliu has stated that the reform for hospital autonomy that supports professionals in these hospital systems has been approved. With this decision, doctors have …
Kosovo declares “Civil Defense” and “Northern Brigade” terrorist organizations
The Government of Kosovo has declared the “Civil Defense” and the “Northern Brigade”, organizations that operate in the northern part of the country, inhabited by a Serbian majority, as terrorist organizations, saying that they are responsible for recent tensions in this area. “Based on the assessments of the security institutions …
Murder of Pjerin Xhuvani in Elbasan/ The prosecution demands 25 years in prison for Arber Paplekaj
The Prosecutor’s Office requested 25 years in prison for Arber Paplekaj, who was arrested for the murder of Pjerin Xhuvani in Elbasan. The event took place in April 2021 in Elbasan, 4 days before the April 2021 parliamentary elections, where the main accused is former RENEA official, Arber Paplekaj. The …
European Council supports Rama’s idea for an international conference for Kosovo and Serbia
The President of the European Council, Charles Michel, supported the idea of an international conference for Kosovo and Serbia, with the aim of reducing tensions between them. Michel made the comments on the eve of an EU summit, which takes place today and tomorrow in Brussels. “I want to say …
The Albanian Parliament approved today the resolution on Albania’s European Union membership process. Lawmakers passed the resolution with 114 votes in favor and one abstention. The ruling majority and the opposition joined votes to support the resolution. Meanwhile, Democratic Party MP Bujar Leskaj abstained. The resolution calls for broad cooperation …
Alis will represent Albania tonight at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 with the song “Nân”. The song delivers an emotional message about motherhood. Albanians living abroad can support Alis by voting with code 13 during the live semifinal televote. Meanwhile, Albanians living in non-participating countries can vote online through esc.vote. …
Ferit Hoxha said today that Albania’s European integration remains a non-negotiable strategic objective. Speaking in Parliament, Hoxha responded to an interpellation requested by Democratic Party MP Tritan Shehu. The discussion focused on a joint article published in a German newspaper by Prime Minister Edi Rama and Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić …
Bajram Begaj received today the credentials of the Ambassador of Palestine, Rana Abusibaa, in Tirana. He welcomed the ambassador and wished her success in her diplomatic mission in Albania. Furthermore, Begaj said he is confident she will help strengthen friendly relations and cooperation between the two countries. He also said …
Bajram Begaj received today the credentials of the Ambassador of Kuwait, Mohsen Alajmi, in Tirana. He welcomed the ambassador and expressed confidence in strengthening relations between the two countries. Furthermore, Begaj reaffirmed Albania’s solidarity with Kuwait in the face of recent attacks from Iran. He described them as a clear …
Edi Rama attended the Charlemagne Prize ceremony in Aachen, Germany, where Mario Draghi was honored. In an interview with Deutsche Welle, Rama described his participation as a special privilege. He praised Draghi as a key European figure in moments of crisis and difficult decision-making. Rama said Draghi represents European courage …
Erjona Ismaili said today in Parliament that European Union integration must remain a national project above political divisions. She called on the opposition to contribute constructively to Albania’s path toward the EU. Furthermore, she said Albania is at a historic moment, aiming to close negotiations by 2027 and achieve full …
Petrit Malaj said today in Parliament that Albania achieved strong macroeconomic progress. He referred to international reports from the U.S. Department of State and the European Commission. Furthermore, Malaj said Albania recorded 4% economic growth in 2024. He added that inflation remained controlled at 2.2%. In addition, he noted that …
Alis performed “Nan” on the stage of the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 semifinal. The audience across Europe applauded the performance. The song delivered a strong emotional message about motherhood. The staging included powerful visuals, including references to the Albanian mother figure. Furthermore, the performance attracted attention from international media as …
TIRANA, May 14 – Albania has secured a place in the Grand Final of Eurovision 2026 after Alis qualified from the second semi-final in Vienna with the song “Nân”. Alis delivered an emotional performance that combined Albanian musical elements with a modern stage presentation, earning Albania one of the 10 …