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The murder of Elis Rroshkodoli in Shkoder/ Police arrested the suspected perpetrator

The murder of Elis Rroshkodoli in Shkodër is revealed. Sources near the Shkodra Police claimed that a citizen has been put in handcuffs in connection with the murder registered a few days ago. According to the information from the Blues of Shkodra, several people have been accompanied to the police, …

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Call to Arms for the ‘Next Generation’

Albania is in a precarious situation at the moment. We are faced with a prevailing cultural acceptance of complacency and corruption. This reality had periodically made itself known to me during my summer trips back to Albania. Truthfully, however, this had no bearing on my life back then. I was …

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Durres, son kills father then throws body in the well

A man, 62-year-old, identified by police as Enver Balla was killed by his son in Durres. The event happened around 20 days ago, but police could clarify it only this Wednesday. The son, a 34-year-old, Esmerald Balla, denounced the disappearance of his father to police in Shen Vlash. The elderly …

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American Embassy for the Consecration of Mother Teresa: She dedicated her life to alleviating the suffering of the poor

The American Embassy in Tirana has remembered the great Albanian activist Mother Teresa, on the 8th anniversary of her Sanctification. With a reaction on the official Facebook page, the US embassy writes that Mother Teresa “dedicated her life to alleviating the suffering of the poor through charity, volunteerism and caring”. …

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Fire at former Metallurgical, is charged the administrator of plastic company

In connection with this incident, the police have announced a search for the administrator of the plastic production company. We remind you that the smoke released from the burning of plastic caused high pollution in Elbasan, the city that has been suffering from this problem for decades. To extinguish the …

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Rama honors medalists of the Olympic Games

During the ceremony honoring the medalists of the Olympic Games, Prime Minister Edi Rama said that Albania will provide safe support for sports. The head of the government also said that our country offers training under optimal conditions. So Rama stopped at the Weightlifting Federation, where he said that he …

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Property investigation for former P.M Berisha/ SPAK also under investigation the foundation of his wife

PAK has launched investigations for the foundation of Liri Berisha, the wife of the leader of the Democratic Party, Sali Berisha. Journalist Ermal Vija live for “Midday Edition” on ABC News stated that SPAK is also investigating the funds and real estate of the Foundation for Albanian Children, the non-governmental …

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Elbasan/ Fire in a business in the former Metallurgical, three victims suspected

A big fire engulfed a business at the former Metallurgical in Elbasan.  Three victims are initially suspected, but this remains unconfirmed. According to preliminary information from the Elbasan Police, the fire broke out in a plastic factory. The fire is suspected to have first started in some solar panels, which …

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Investigators Trace Hazardous Waste Shipments Halted at Sea to Albania

When port authorities in Singapore halted shipments of suspected hazardous waste from Albania, prosecutors traced it to the country’s sole steel producer, run by a Turkish company. But amid a flurry of denials, the truth about the suspicious shipments has proved hard to establish. Original post Here

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Three arrested in Vlora for drug trafficking

Three people have been arrested after an operation carried out two days ago against the distribution of drugs on Delisuf beach. It is learned that Ildjan Dodaj, Mohammed Bennanna and Mateo Masini have been taken into custody. These citizens strongly opposed the police officers during the performance of their duties. …

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Children explore the world of television at RTSH Korça

TIRANA, August 4 – Children attending the Horizont Center day camp visited RTSH Korça, where they discovered how a regional public television station produces and broadcasts its programmes. The station’s management welcomed the group and introduced them to the newsroom, television studios, control room and other production facilities. The children …

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Port of Durrës processes over 2 million tonnes of cargo in first half of 2026

TIRANA, August 4 – The Port of Durrës processed 2,057,526 tonnes of cargo during January–June 2026, marking a 7.2% increase compared with the same period of 2025. According to the Port Authority of Durrës, imports accounted for 1,430,236 tonnes of the total volume, while exports reached 627,290 tonnes. Export activity …

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U.S. State Department Ratifies $302 Million Loan Agreement with Albania

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-5″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-5″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-12″ data-turn=”assistant”> The U.S. Department of State has officially announced the ratification of a $302 million loan agreement with Albania to support investments in the country’s defence sector. In its official statement, the State Department said the agreement will help Albania meet its …

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U.S. Ratifies Loan Agreement with Albania, U.S. Embassy Reacts

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–sticky-padding-top)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”149fb836-ca6f-41ab-b866-328f2f5bb8c2″ data-turn-id-container=”149fb836-ca6f-41ab-b866-328f2f5bb8c2″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-5″ data-turn=”user”> The U.S. Embassy in Tirana has issued a statement on Facebook regarding the ratification of the $302 million loan agreement between the United States and Albania. The embassy said the agreement will support Albania’s progress toward fulfilling the Hague Defence Commitment. …

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Interior Ministry Declares Two North Macedonian Citizens Persona Non Grata

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-3″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-3″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-8″ data-turn=”assistant”> Albania’s Ministry of Interior has declared two North Macedonian citizens persona non grata over activities deemed harmful to Albania’s national security and public order. The two individuals have been identified as Valon Bela and Bekir Halimi. The measure imposed on both …

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AKSK: 14.6 Million Cyberattack Attempts Targeted Information Infrastructure in First Half of 2026

The National Cyber Security Authority (AKSK) announced that a total of 14,628,595 cyberattack attempts targeting Albania’s cyber ecosystem infrastructure were recorded during the first half of 2026, covering the period from January to June. According to AKSK, this is equivalent to approximately 56.4 cyberattack attempts every minute. Of the total …

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20 Active Wildfires Across Albania, Minister Nufi: 727 Operational Personnel Deployed

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-4″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-4″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-10″ data-turn=”assistant”> Minister of Defence Ermal Nufi announced that 727 operational personnel have been deployed over the past 24 hours to manage 20 active wildfire hotspots across different parts of Albania. According to a statement posted on Facebook, support for local authorities included …

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32 Watercraft Seized in July, Vlora Border Police Chief: Daily Inspections Will Continue

The Vlora Border Police will continue carrying out daily inspections in Albania’s coastal waters throughout the tourist season, with a focus on ensuring maritime safety and preventing accidents. The head of the Triport Border Police Station, Amarilda Shabani, said that during July alone, authorities imposed 32 administrative penalties and seized …

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Large Wildfire Breaks Out in Himarë, Strong Winds Fuel the Flames

A large wildfire has broken out in the Nivicë area of the Municipality of Himarë, raising concerns as the flames continue to spread rapidly. According to preliminary information, strong winds are fueling the fire, making it more difficult for firefighters to bring the blaze under control. Firefighting crews have arrived …

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Work on Durrës’ “Taulantia” Promenade Remains Suspended, Residents Criticize Delays

As the beginning of August approaches, construction on the final section of the “Taulantia” promenade in Durrësremains unfinished, despite earlier promises from the contractor’s engineer and Mayor Emiriana Sako that the project would be completed by the end of June. At the construction site, located in one of the city’s …

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Children explore the world of television at RTSH Korça

TIRANA, August 4 – Children attending the Horizont Center day camp visited RTSH Korça, where they discovered how a regional public television station produces and broadcasts its programmes. The station’s management welcomed the group and introduced them to the newsroom, television studios, control room and other production facilities. The children …

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Port of Durrës processes over 2 million tonnes of cargo in first half of 2026

TIRANA, August 4 – The Port of Durrës processed 2,057,526 tonnes of cargo during January–June 2026, marking a 7.2% increase compared with the same period of 2025. According to the Port Authority of Durrës, imports accounted for 1,430,236 tonnes of the total volume, while exports reached 627,290 tonnes. Export activity …

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U.S. State Department Ratifies $302 Million Loan Agreement with Albania

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-5″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-5″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-12″ data-turn=”assistant”> The U.S. Department of State has officially announced the ratification of a $302 million loan agreement with Albania to support investments in the country’s defence sector. In its official statement, the State Department said the agreement will help Albania meet its …

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U.S. Ratifies Loan Agreement with Albania, U.S. Embassy Reacts

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–sticky-padding-top)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”149fb836-ca6f-41ab-b866-328f2f5bb8c2″ data-turn-id-container=”149fb836-ca6f-41ab-b866-328f2f5bb8c2″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-5″ data-turn=”user”> The U.S. Embassy in Tirana has issued a statement on Facebook regarding the ratification of the $302 million loan agreement between the United States and Albania. The embassy said the agreement will support Albania’s progress toward fulfilling the Hague Defence Commitment. …

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Interior Ministry Declares Two North Macedonian Citizens Persona Non Grata

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-3″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-3″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-8″ data-turn=”assistant”> Albania’s Ministry of Interior has declared two North Macedonian citizens persona non grata over activities deemed harmful to Albania’s national security and public order. The two individuals have been identified as Valon Bela and Bekir Halimi. The measure imposed on both …

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AKSK: 14.6 Million Cyberattack Attempts Targeted Information Infrastructure in First Half of 2026

The National Cyber Security Authority (AKSK) announced that a total of 14,628,595 cyberattack attempts targeting Albania’s cyber ecosystem infrastructure were recorded during the first half of 2026, covering the period from January to June. According to AKSK, this is equivalent to approximately 56.4 cyberattack attempts every minute. Of the total …

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20 Active Wildfires Across Albania, Minister Nufi: 727 Operational Personnel Deployed

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-4″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-4″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-10″ data-turn=”assistant”> Minister of Defence Ermal Nufi announced that 727 operational personnel have been deployed over the past 24 hours to manage 20 active wildfire hotspots across different parts of Albania. According to a statement posted on Facebook, support for local authorities included …

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32 Watercraft Seized in July, Vlora Border Police Chief: Daily Inspections Will Continue

The Vlora Border Police will continue carrying out daily inspections in Albania’s coastal waters throughout the tourist season, with a focus on ensuring maritime safety and preventing accidents. The head of the Triport Border Police Station, Amarilda Shabani, said that during July alone, authorities imposed 32 administrative penalties and seized …

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Large Wildfire Breaks Out in Himarë, Strong Winds Fuel the Flames

A large wildfire has broken out in the Nivicë area of the Municipality of Himarë, raising concerns as the flames continue to spread rapidly. According to preliminary information, strong winds are fueling the fire, making it more difficult for firefighters to bring the blaze under control. Firefighting crews have arrived …

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Work on Durrës’ “Taulantia” Promenade Remains Suspended, Residents Criticize Delays

As the beginning of August approaches, construction on the final section of the “Taulantia” promenade in Durrësremains unfinished, despite earlier promises from the contractor’s engineer and Mayor Emiriana Sako that the project would be completed by the end of June. At the construction site, located in one of the city’s …