Gunshots in Lezha, one injured
Gunshots in the village of Rrile in Lezha. Agron Puka, 54, was injured. The incident happened near the school, as soon as the 54-year-old left the children at the entrance of the school in the village of Rrilë. Journalist Gjergj Figuri told “ABC News” that the injured man was transported …
Fight between two brothers, they hit each other with an axe
A serious incident happened in Lushnje. It has been learned that two brothers have ended up in the hospital, after having a conflict by hitting each other with an axe. One of them shot the other with an ax, while the latter shot him with a firearm. According to police …
‘Gerdeci’ File, Mediu: I did everything according to the law
The Court against Corruption (GJKKO) in Tirana postponed again this Wednesday the session on former Minister of Interior Affairs, Fatmir Mediu on ‘Gerdec’ file. Meanwhile Mediu said for the media after this decision that everything he did when he was a minister, was to respect the law and for the …
Kucova base, Balluku: If it is reasonable, Ukrainian soldiers will also be trained
The Minister of Energy and Infrastructure and at the same time the Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku spoke about the Kuçova base opened on March 4. Asked if Ukrainian soldiers will be trained on this base, she said that if it is reasonable, there will be such training. “It is …
SPAK seeks 2 years and 6 months in prison for Fredi Beleri
The court withdraws from the decision on the elected mayor of Himara, Fredi Beleri. The Special Prosecutor’s Office requested 2 years and 6 months in prison for Beleri. In his testimony in court, Beleri stated that SPAK and the State Police are influenced by politics. “I demand justice from the …
Fredi Beleri sentenced two year in prison for corruption
The Special Court has sentenced the elected mayor of Himara, Fredi Beleri, to two years in prison. Fredi Beleri is accused by the Special Prosecutor’s Office of active corruption in the elections, and he was asked to be sentenced to 2.6 years in prison. Beleri and Kokoveshi were arrested, just …
Balla: Albania the only one in Balkans, with a NATO airbase
For Interior Minister Taulant Balla, yesterday, which marked the opening of the NATO airbase in Kucova, was a historic day for the country. In a statement to the media, Balla said Albania is the only country in the Balkans with a NATO air base, while revealing whether the police will …
The tragic explosion in Lushnja, one arrested
Police has arrested a 32-year-old man, who was responsible for the work where the explosion occurred, as a result of which a father and son died and seven others were injured. According to the police, the arrested person was authorized to carry out the construction of the silo, according to …
SPAK seeks Jamaber Malltezi in jail
The Special Prosecutor’s Office seeks to return in prison the son-in-law of former Prime Minister Berisha, Jamarber Malltezi. Malltezi is under investigation for the “Partizani” affair. SPAK’s request will be examined today in the Supreme Court at 12:30. “The defense lawyer claims that there is no evidence for maintaining the …
The hearing session for former Prime Minister Berisha is postponed
The hearing session for former prime minister Sali Berisha has been postponed again. The former prime minister requested the lifting of the arrest measure. Meanwhile, it is learned that the next session will be held on March 8, 2024. The former prime minister is accused by SPAK of corruption in …
Preparatory works for construction of a resort linked to Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner, which helped spark Albania’s ongoing demonstrations, have been suspended – but they’ve left their mark on this protected habitat. Original post Here
Minister of Economy and Innovation Delina Ibrahimaj has stressed the importance of respecting copyright. She said it is not only a legal obligation but also a key way to support creativity, innovation, and fair competition. In a social media message, Ibrahimaj noted that people enjoy music, films, books, photographs, and …
Kosovo has appointed Lieutenant Colonel Fatbardha Osaj as its new Defence Attaché to Albania. She officially assumed her post in Tirana, becoming the first woman to hold this position. The Ministry of Defence of Kosovo described the appointment as an important institutional milestone. It said the decision reflects the ministry’s …
TIRANA, June 30 – The Military Meteorological Service said Albania will be affected by relatively unstable weather conditions on Tuesday. Meanwhile, the day will start mostly clear. Later, cloud cover will increase from moderate to locally dense, especially in the eastern areas. In addition, local rainfall will develop across much …
TIRANA, June 30 – Hysni Gucati leads the Organization of Veterans of the Kosova Liberation Army (KLA). He spoke about the lack of a Law on War Values. He said this gap allows individuals to speak on behalf of the former armed group. Meanwhile, he said authorities should not use …
TIRANA, June 30 – German media outlet HolidayCheck reports that Albania is emerging as one of Europe’s most attractive holiday destinations. It highlights the coastline along the Adriatic and Ionian Seas. The report points to the Albanian Riviera, especially areas south of Vlora and the Ksamil region, as key tourist …
TIRANA, June 30 – Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha said Albania is experiencing one of the most important periods in its foreign policy history and now enjoys its highest level of international respect and credibility. In a social media post, Hoxha said he reached that conclusion after nearly four months in …
TIRANA, June 30 – Albania’s cultural heritage will take center stage in London through the universal language of art as the National Theatre of Opera and Ballet announced that the National Folk Songs and Dances Ensemble will perform in the United Kingdom for the first time. The performance will take …
Researchers from Albania and abroad gathered in Tirana for an international scientific conference to examine the political persecution carried out by Albania’s former State Security service (Sigurimi) between 1944 and 1991. The event highlighted the importance of archival documents in studying the country’s communist past. Opening the conference, AIDSSH Chair …
TIRANA, June 30 – President Bajram Begaj signed into law the Penal Amnesty Law, approving legislation previously passed by Parliament. The law provides immediate release for 380 inmates. It also reduces the remaining sentences of about 900 other prisoners. Under the law, all men sentenced to up to 3 years …