Serbia-Kosovo deal: Dividing Mitrovica means war, mayor warns
The Albanian mayor of the southern half of Mitrovica, Agim Bahtiri, warns war could erupt between Albanians in the south and Serbs in the north if Mitrovica is divided as part of arrangements of Kosovo-Serbia final deal. Original post Here
Kosovo Serb detained suspected of being involved in killing of 33 Albanians
A Kosovo Serb man who was arrested last week at the border crossings of Jarinje in northern Kosovo, has been ordered a 30-days detention suspected of being involved in killing of at least 33 Albanians, who were executed during March and April 1999 in Peja. Original post Here
Kosovo’s President meets Prime Minister ahead of his US visit
Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj hosted Monday in his office president Hashim Thaci. In a Facebook post Haradinaj said he met Thaci as part of consultations for the state agenda ahead of President’s visit to United States. Original post Here
Kosovo’s President hosts private dinner for institutional leaders, Albanian PM
Kosovo’s institutional leaders and Albanian Prime Minister visited Sunday the President Hashim Thaci in his new house in a suburban area of Pristina. The photo was shared online by Thaci’s son. Original post Here
First protest against Vucic held in Mitrovica North
The first protest against autocratic rule of Serbia’s President Aleksandar Vucic and his party was held on Sunday in Mitrovica North in Kosovo, where local Serbs create a majority. Original post Here
Kosovo’s PM introduced tax on Serbia to stop President negotiate borders, says ex negotiator
Former head of Kosovo’s delegation in technical dialogue with Serbia, Edita Tahiri, says the Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj has decided to introduce tax on Serbian goods, as a tool to stop the EU-facilitated dialogue in Brussels headed by President Hashim Thaci who is promoting an idea on correction of borders …
Ex-KLA member Faton Mehmetaj to be questioned Monday by special prosecutors
Faton Mehmetaj, former member of the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA), travelled on Sunday to the Hague, where on Monday he will be questioned by prosecutors of the Specialist Prosecutor’s Office, Gazeta Express has learned. Mehmetaj and his lawyer Arianti Koci travelled on Sunday to Hague. Original post Here
Kosovo ruling party leader calls for temporary suspension of tax
Speaker of Kosovo Parliament and leader of the biggest ruling party – PDK, sent a letter to coalition partners asking temporary suspension of tax on imports from Serbia and Bosnia-Herzegovina, in order as he said, for Kosovo to maintain its partnership with the United States. The US Ambassador to Kosovo …
Kosovo Parliament approves Budget 2019
Kosovo Parliament approved Budget 2019 on Sunday after a long and heated debate of MPs on Government’s financial projections and controversial law on salaries regulating wages of public servants. Original post Here
Ex-KLA member to appear Monday before international prosecutors
A former member of the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) from the Dukagjini region has been summoned by the Specialist Prosecutor’s Office dealing with alleged crimes of KLA during and after the war in Kosovo. Original post Here
TIRANA, April 8 – Kruja, a town known for its history, scenic landscapes, and welcoming residents, attracts tourists year-round. Visitors explore its winding streets, artisan shops, and traditional cuisine, creating experiences that keep them returning. The town’s centerpiece, Skanderbeg Castle, sits amid modern neighborhoods and well-maintained streets. This mix of …
TIRANA, April 8 – Prime Minister Edi Rama released a welcome video today ahead of the Fourth Albanian Diaspora Summit, showcasing the nation’s most notable figures from George Kastrioti Skanderbeg to Ismail Qemali and Mother Teresa. The video opens with Gjon Buzuku, author of the first book in Albanian, and …
The women’s national team returned to the field today. It resumed training one month after the last match. Now, the squad prepares for the 2027 World Cup qualifiers. Coach Armir Grima gathered the team in Tirana. The players will train at the “House of Football.” They prepare for two important …
TIRANA, April 8 – The Parliamentary Committee on Administrative-Territorial Reform held a hearing with Minister of State for Local Governance Ervin Demo to review the current state of local government and its challenges. Demo presented the performance and services achieved under the 2014 territorial reform, implemented in 2015. He noted …
Orthodox Easter is historically celebrated beautifully in Korçë. This city is known for its rich traditions. This Easter, visitors to Korçë can enjoy a unique artistic experience. The exhibition “Code of Life” by Maria Shukulli opens at the Guri Madhi Gallery. The exhibition presents for the first time in Albania …
TIRANA, April 8 – Holy Tuesday, observed weekly since March 17, has made St. Anthony Church in Laç a center for prayers. People come from across Albania. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared footage today on social media. The video shows the sacred site, which has become a place of unity …
TIRANA, April 8 – On April 8, 1937, Gjergj Fishta’s epic poem Lahuta e Malcís was published in full. It is one of the most remarkable works in Albanian literature. The poem contains 15,613 verses. It is the result of thirty years of work. Fishta combined historical documentation with poetic …
TIRANA, April 8 – Prime Minister Edi Rama visited the new facilities of the Regional Hospital in Lezha and addressed concerns raised by doctors over inequality between specialists and emergency physicians. He said the government will resolve the issue in June through budget changes. The plan will include emergency doctors …
The Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Sports, Blendi Gonxhja, announced a new appointment today. Arta Marku now leads the National Center for Books and Reading. She began her career in 1993 at the newspaper Koha Jonë. Later, she worked at Gazeta Shqiptare, Shekulli, and Panorama. She always focused on books …
TIRANA, April 8 – Parking services in Tirana have moved to a fully digital system, allowing users to access all services through the “Tirana Parking” mobile application. Authorities say the platform aims to simplify procedures and improve access for residents. Through the app, users can apply for resident parking permits, …