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Former MP Rrahman Rraja’s nephew caught with drugs

Police have arrested a 22-year-old, identified as Ariel Rraja – the grandson of the former socialist Mp, Rrahman Rraja,  who was caught with narcotics. During the search of his vehicle in Nikël, money and cocaine were found on the young man, which were seized along with the vehicle. This is …

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Rama participates in Konstantinos Mitsotakis bust’s inauguration

Prime Minister Edi Rama participated this Friday in the inauguration of Derviçani square in Dropull, which will bear the name of Konstantinos Mitsotakis. In his speech, Rama said that the bust of Mitsotakis, who was the first Greek prime minister to visit Dropulli, will stand as a symbol of the …

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SPAK reveals the charges against the former director of the Durres Cadastre

“Cleaning money or criminal activity”, “Structured criminal group” and “Criminal offenses within a structured criminal group”, these are the charges brought by the Special Prosecutor’s Office against the former director of the Cadastre in Durres. Rajmonda Dashi has already been arrested. For her, the court has set the measure of …

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Belgian tourists saved after getting blocked in Gjipe canyons

Two Belgian tourists were rescued ths Thursday morning after being trapped in the canyon of Gjipe.  Police received yesterday evening the information that the two tourists, while exploring the Gjipe canyon, were trapped in a very difficult and dangerous terrain, where they could not get out. After five hours of …

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Declared internationally wanted by Switzerland, a 56-year-old man arrested in Morina

A 56-year-old man from Kosovo, declared internationally wanted, was arrested at the border point of Morina as he tried to enter Albania with the aim of extradition to Switzerland. It is learned that the 56-year-old was wanted by the Swiss authorities for fraud, forgery of documents and money laundering. After …

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Vlora man arrested, woman wanted for goods’ smuggling

Police of Vlora attacked this Thursday a case of smuggling of goods, while arresting a 34-year-old man and announcing the search for his accomplice. Law enforcement revealed that the 34-year-old man and the 29-year-old wanted woman were storing contraband goods and hiding the proceeds from their sale. During a search …

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Ex-head of Durres cadastre arrested by SPAK

The former director of the Durres Cadastre, Rajmonda Dashi, is arrested. The arrest was made this Thursday by SPAK order. Journalist Leonidha Musaj reports that the operation was carried out in the state cadastre offices of Vora and Kamza, where recently Dashi also held the position of manager. The escort …

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Court session on Former PM Berisha postponed

Court session for the former Prime Minister Sali Berisha, in the Special Court, regarding the accusations against him for passive corruption, for the privatization of the former sports complex, “Partizani”, has been postponed this Thursday to 15:00. Two lawyers assigned by the state to defend Berisha, Jalldiz Kastrati and Rabije …

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Sexual abuse of the 26-year old in Vlora/ Balla: The victim will have full legal support

The Minister of the Interior, Taulant Balla, has visited the 26-year-old woman, who was raped a few days ago by four boys, in the Vlora hospital. During his speech, Balla guaranteed that the young woman will have full legal support and a full investigation will be carried out with personal …

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Albania to host Europe of World Tourism Organization meeting in spring

Albania will host for the first time the meeting of the Commission for Europe of the World Tourism Organization, in the spring of 2024. This was announced by Prime Minister Edi Rama on the social networks, as he shared a video with the natural beauties of Albania . “Good morning …

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EU food safety project EU4FoodSafety starts in Tirana

TIRANA, June 8 – Albania launched the EU4FoodSafety project in Tirana on World Food Safety Day. The initiative aims to strengthen the food safety system and align it further with European standards. The Albanian government supports the project. The European Union and the German government finance it. It focuses on …

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Inflation in May reaches 3% as transport and housing drive price rises

TIRANA, June 8 – Consumer prices in Albania continued to rise in May, pushing annual inflation to 3%, up from 2.2% a year earlier, according to data published by INSTAT. Meanwhile, the statistical institute said the increase over the past two months mainly reflects higher fuel prices. It linked the …

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Gjirokastër; Traditional stone coffee ritual attracts visitors in historic bazaar

TIRANA, June 8 – A traditional stone coffee preparation ritual has become an attraction for tourists visiting Gjirokastër, where visitors now experience a local hospitality practice in the city’s historic bazaar. Artisan Lubjana Baho has set up a hospitality corner in one of the cobbled streets. Meanwhile, she introduces visitors …

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EU4FoodSafety to modernise food control systems, align Albania with EU standards

TIRANA, June 8 – The EU4FoodSafety project will strengthen and modernise Albania’s food control systems, Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Monday, describing the initiative as an important step toward aligning national standards with those of the European Union. The project, which the European Union and Germany support, will increase …

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Gjipe’s “Gjiri i Zotit”: A Hidden Paradise on Albania’s Ionian Coast

The Wom presents Gjipe Beach as one of the most spectacular natural sites in Albania. It highlights a dramatic canyon that opens directly onto a white-pebble beach and creates a strong contrast with the turquoise waters of the Ionian Sea. Furthermore, the beach sits between Dhërmi and Himarë in southern …

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State Central Archive established 77 years ago

TIRANA, June 8 – Albania established the State Central Archive on June 8, 1949, creating a key institution for preserving national memory. The government issued the founding decree on that date, and the institution initially operated under the Institute of Sciences in Tirana. Meanwhile, officials prepared internal regulations, which helped …

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Kosova’s PM Kurti said country needed parliament and signaled cooperation with opposition parties

TIRANA, June 8 – Albin Kurti, the candidate for prime minister of the Self-Determination Movement, said on June 7 that he was ready to cooperate with other political parties after claiming victory in Kosova’s elections. Speaking to supporters at Prishtina’s “Skanderbeg” Square, Kurti called for the swift formation of a …

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TKOBAP Choir Performs Albanian Music in Italy Among Leading European Choirs

The choir of the National Theatre of Opera, Ballet and Popular Ensemble (TKOBAP) represented Albanian culture in Italy. It performed at the 36th edition of the Savigliano Choral Festival, alongside well-known choirs from Rome, Milan, and Turin. Furthermore, the Albanian choir presented a selection of Albanian musical works. It showcased …

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Kosova election vote count completed, Self-Determination Movement leads with 42.91%

TIRANA, June 8 – The Central Election Commission of Kosova said it completed the count of all ballot boxes in the parliamentary elections. Meanwhile, it reported that the Self-Determination Movement won 42.91% of votes, or 299,152 ballots. The Democratic Party of Kosova followed with 21.12%, or 174,220 votes. The Democratic …

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Librazhd opens multifunctional centre for persons with disabilities

TIRANA, June 8 – Librazhd opened a multifunctional centre for persons with disabilities, offering integrated care and support services for people with special needs and their families. Health and Social Welfare Minister Evis Sala and Librazhd Mayor Mariglen Disha inspected the facility. They met staff, children with disabilities and their …

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EU food safety project EU4FoodSafety starts in Tirana

TIRANA, June 8 – Albania launched the EU4FoodSafety project in Tirana on World Food Safety Day. The initiative aims to strengthen the food safety system and align it further with European standards. The Albanian government supports the project. The European Union and the German government finance it. It focuses on …

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Inflation in May reaches 3% as transport and housing drive price rises

TIRANA, June 8 – Consumer prices in Albania continued to rise in May, pushing annual inflation to 3%, up from 2.2% a year earlier, according to data published by INSTAT. Meanwhile, the statistical institute said the increase over the past two months mainly reflects higher fuel prices. It linked the …

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Gjirokastër; Traditional stone coffee ritual attracts visitors in historic bazaar

TIRANA, June 8 – A traditional stone coffee preparation ritual has become an attraction for tourists visiting Gjirokastër, where visitors now experience a local hospitality practice in the city’s historic bazaar. Artisan Lubjana Baho has set up a hospitality corner in one of the cobbled streets. Meanwhile, she introduces visitors …

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EU4FoodSafety to modernise food control systems, align Albania with EU standards

TIRANA, June 8 – The EU4FoodSafety project will strengthen and modernise Albania’s food control systems, Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Monday, describing the initiative as an important step toward aligning national standards with those of the European Union. The project, which the European Union and Germany support, will increase …

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Gjipe’s “Gjiri i Zotit”: A Hidden Paradise on Albania’s Ionian Coast

The Wom presents Gjipe Beach as one of the most spectacular natural sites in Albania. It highlights a dramatic canyon that opens directly onto a white-pebble beach and creates a strong contrast with the turquoise waters of the Ionian Sea. Furthermore, the beach sits between Dhërmi and Himarë in southern …

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State Central Archive established 77 years ago

TIRANA, June 8 – Albania established the State Central Archive on June 8, 1949, creating a key institution for preserving national memory. The government issued the founding decree on that date, and the institution initially operated under the Institute of Sciences in Tirana. Meanwhile, officials prepared internal regulations, which helped …

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Kosova’s PM Kurti said country needed parliament and signaled cooperation with opposition parties

TIRANA, June 8 – Albin Kurti, the candidate for prime minister of the Self-Determination Movement, said on June 7 that he was ready to cooperate with other political parties after claiming victory in Kosova’s elections. Speaking to supporters at Prishtina’s “Skanderbeg” Square, Kurti called for the swift formation of a …

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TKOBAP Choir Performs Albanian Music in Italy Among Leading European Choirs

The choir of the National Theatre of Opera, Ballet and Popular Ensemble (TKOBAP) represented Albanian culture in Italy. It performed at the 36th edition of the Savigliano Choral Festival, alongside well-known choirs from Rome, Milan, and Turin. Furthermore, the Albanian choir presented a selection of Albanian musical works. It showcased …

News

Kosova election vote count completed, Self-Determination Movement leads with 42.91%

TIRANA, June 8 – The Central Election Commission of Kosova said it completed the count of all ballot boxes in the parliamentary elections. Meanwhile, it reported that the Self-Determination Movement won 42.91% of votes, or 299,152 ballots. The Democratic Party of Kosova followed with 21.12%, or 174,220 votes. The Democratic …

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Librazhd opens multifunctional centre for persons with disabilities

TIRANA, June 8 – Librazhd opened a multifunctional centre for persons with disabilities, offering integrated care and support services for people with special needs and their families. Health and Social Welfare Minister Evis Sala and Librazhd Mayor Mariglen Disha inspected the facility. They met staff, children with disabilities and their …