Anti-Government protest in Albania turns violent
Albanian police clashed in Tirana with protesters staging a demonstration against the government of Prime Minister Edi Rama. Original post Here
Tax prevented agreement on Kosovo’s partition, says Haradinaj’s advisor
Erolld Belegu, advisor to Ramush Haradinaj, says the Prime Minister is persistent in keeping the 100 percent tax on Serbian and Bosnia-Herzegovina goods. Original post Here
No secret talks with Serbia, says advisor to Kosovo President
Ardian Arifaj, advisor to Kosovo president Hashim Thaci, says a potential agreement between Kosovo and Serbia is of benefit for the region. Original post Here
Kosovo’s opposition leader Albin Kurti rushed to hospital after suffering from flu
Albin Kurti, leader of the opposition party of Vetevendosje was admitted to hospital Tuesday after suffering complications with the flu. Original post Here
Serbia not interested in normalizing relations with Kosovo – opposition leader
Leader of the biggest opposition party Democratic League of Kosovo, LDK, Isa Mustafa, said Serbia is not interested in normalisation relations with Kosovo or recognising its independence, Gazeta Express reports. Original post Here
Kosovo-Serbia border change is Putin’s agenda, says Haradinaj
Kosovo Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj said Tuesday that he expects Pristina-belgrade dialogue continue, reiterating that introduction of 100 percent tax on Serbian goods should not be linked with the dialogue process, Gazeta Express reports. Original post Here
Kosovo’s visa liberalization complicated, says EU Minister
Kosovo’s Minister of European Integration, Dhurata Hoxha, says the path towards visa liberalization with the European Union has been complicated because of the European Parliament elections set to take place this year. Original post Here
Suspend tax, struck final deal with Serbia, says Kosovo President’s advisor
Blerim Shala, advisor to Kosovo President Hashim Thaci, says 100 percent tax on Serbian and Bosnia-Herzegovina goods should be suspended. Original post Here
German FM reconfirmed unreserved support to Kosovo, says Haradinaj
Kosovo Prime Minister, Ramush Haradinaj, commented Monday statements of German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas who said that his country considers as wrong if the EU and Germany give up supporting Kosovo, Original post Here
Missing persons issue to be addressed during Kosovo-Serbia dialogue, says Haradinaj
Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj received Monday representatives of the family members of missing persons, and stated that the issue of those who went missing during Kosovo war should be addressed during Pristina-Belgrade dialogue in Brussels. Original post Here
TIRANA, April 12 – Orthodox believers across Albania celebrate Easter today, marking one of the most important days in the Christian calendar. The feast reflects faith, renewal, and hope, while bringing families and communities together across the country. The roots of Orthodox Christianity in Albania date back to the early …
TIRANA, April 12 – Orthodox believers gathered at the Resurrection of Christ Cathedral to celebrate Easter with the traditional midnight liturgy. The call “Come receive light from the unsetting light” marked the start of one of the most solemn services in the Orthodox calendar. Large numbers of worshippers attended the …
TIRANA, April 12 – President Bajram Begaj extended Easter greetings to Orthodox believers, marking the celebration with a message of faith, hope, and renewal. In a social media post, he wished that the light of God’s presence spreads everywhere and illuminates lives with belief and joy. He accompanied the message …
TIRANA, April 12 – Prime Minister Edi Rama extended Easter greetings to Orthodox believers, marking the celebration with a message shared on social media. In his post, he wished followers a blessed morning and a happy Orthodox Easter. His message comes as believers across Albania celebrate one of the most …
TIRANA, April 12 – Dhërmi turned into a festive scene on Easter Eve, as hundreds of Orthodox believers gathered to celebrate the Holy Day. The coastal village hosted large crowds who joined prayers and candlelit rituals marking one of the most important dates in the Orthodox calendar. The atmosphere combined …
Tirana Times, April 11, 2026 – Albania’s path toward European Union membership has entered a more uncertain phase as discussions over a key assessment report remain unfinished, exposing a gap between technical progress in reforms and the political consensus required among member states to move forward. At the center of …
By Gjergj Erebara Tirana Times, April 11, 2026 – Prime Minister Edi Rama recently declared that he feels offended by the widespread assumption that his government is systemically corrupt, offering as a counterargument that this “cannot be true” because the country is experiencing economic growth. This is an unconvincing argument. …
Serbia could lose €1.36 billion from the EU Growth Plan over rule of law and democratic concerns, according to the European Movement in Serbia. Tirana Times, April 11, 2026 – Serbia’s path toward European Union membership is facing renewed uncertainty amid growing concerns over democratic backsliding, rule of law deficiencies, …
From towers to “new pyramids”: how money from organized crime, international drug trafficking and entrenched corruption is reshaping Tirana while leaving behind empty buildings, distorted prices and a deeper threat to Albania’s future. Tirana Times, April 11, 2026 – The forest of cranes and high rise towers that now dominates …
Niko Peleshi met Gunnar Schellenberger in Korçë. They discussed cooperation and city development. They focused on education, technology, culture, and art. They highlighted their role in Korçë’s future. They also discussed University of Fan S. Noli. They called it an important bridge for academic cooperation. They mentioned student exchanges and …