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Ukraine President Zelensky to visit Tirana on February 28

On February 28, the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, will arrive in Albania. His visit was announced earlier by Prime Minister Rama. A world forum for the security of Ukraine will be held in Tirana, where the balance of the war will be taken and the West will strengthen its …

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Balla meeting with the Italian counterpart

The model of good management of properties confiscated from criminal sources that is being applied by the Italian state will also be followed by the Agency for the Administration of Seized and Confiscated Assets (AAPSK). This was agreed during the meeting that took place this Tuesday in Rome, between the …

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Vlore, two arrested for using Euro counterfeit

Two people have been arrested in Vlora by the police, after cracking down on a case of using counterfeit banknotes. The two citizens, Arif Alia 23 years old and Demo Alushaj 22 years old, were put in handcuffs after using the banknotes to buy products in several commercial entities in …

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Man arrested for the suicide of 29-year-old woman in Kamez

A 27-year-old woman died two days ago, after it was reported that she had fallen from the fourth floor of a building in Kamez. The young woman died due to her injuries. The police revealed the incident and according to the investigations, it turns out that the 27-year-old woman threw herself …

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Criminal amnesty/Security Commission sends the opposition’s amendments to the Laws

The Security Committee forwarded to the Law Committee all the opposition amendments for amnesty (Alibeaj, Xhaferri, Salianji), not voting for or against any of them, because the Ministry of Justice also asked for time to review them, reports journalist Esiona Konomi. Earlier during the meeting, the deputy of the Democratic …

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Police seizes weapons and mines in Vlora, one arrested

Vlora police carried out checks this Monday in the 10 Korriku neighborhood. More specifically, the controls were carried out in an environment that served as a commercial unit. Journalist Elton Nika reports that one person has been detained. Citing police sources, the journalist announces that mines and a weapon were …

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Socialist’s Party National Assembly, Rama: In focus of reorganization, a great opening of the party is necessary

The Socialist Party has convened the National Assembly, the work of which has started since 11:00, while the meeting takes place behind closed doors.  Shortly before the start of the Assembly, Prime Minister Edi Rama announced to the media that the focus will be on the reorganization of the party. …

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Socialist’s Party national assembly kicks off

he Socialist Party called this Sunday its National Assembly as a structure to start preparation on the new Parliamentary Elections that will be held next year. Nearly 400 members of the Assembly were gathered since 11:00 to discus the strategy to win another mandate. The focus of the meeting will …

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Fire breaks out at emergency ward, no injuries

A fire broke out in the emergency ward building in Tirana.  The event happened at 05:30 in Dibra Street and patients and doctors were evacuated by police and firefighters which arrived on the scene. Fortunately no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is unknown. An investigative group is …

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The well-known mobile phone store in Tirana was stolen

This Friday morning, it is suspected that an armed and masked person has violently stolen from a cell phone store on ” Myslim Shyri ” street in Tirana. In advance, it is known that he managed to get 15 mobile phones from the shop of ” 3 Fejzo brothers “. There is …

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PM Rama: Ukraine is rebuilding Europe’s courage at reconstruction conference

TIRANA, June 27 – Prime Minister Edi Rama took part in the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Gdańsk, Poland, which brings together heads of state and government, international financial institutions, business representatives and civil society organisations from around the world. The conference aims to strengthen international support for Ukraine and mobilise …

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Bënja Spa Rehabilitation Continues, Boosting Tourism Potential

Work on the rehabilitation of the Bënja thermal baths continues steadily. The project aims to improve tourist infrastructure, organize visitor services, and protect the area’s unique natural values. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Environment clarified that the destination remains under development. Therefore, recently published images show temporary construction stages rather than …

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Territorial Reform Aims to Strengthen Municipalities and Balance Development

The Special Commission on Administrative-Territorial Reform held its eleventh public hearing in Korça. The meeting gathered local stakeholders to discuss proposals for Albania’s new territorial reform. Speaking at the hearing, Arbjan Mazniku said that ten years after the 2014 reform, it is time to evaluate its results and identify improvements. …

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Rama Meets Ukrainian Prime Minister Svyrydenko in Poland

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama met Ukrainian Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko in Gdańsk, Poland, on Wednesday. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026. Albania’s Minister of Economy and Innovation, Delina Ibrahimaj, also attended the talks. During the meeting, the leaders discussed ways to strengthen …

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Cyprus EU Presidency Backs Albania’s EU Path, Hoxha Says in Nicosia Visit

Albania’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha visited Nicosia, Cyprus, where he held a series of high-level meetings focused on EU integration and bilateral cooperation. First, Hoxha met with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides, reaffirming both countries’ commitment to strengthening cooperation and advancing Albania’s European agenda. In addition, he …

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Peleshi Meets Pope Leo XIV in the Vatican, Reaffirms Strong Albania–Holy See Relations

Niko Peleshi met Pope Leo XIV in the Vatican. The meeting reaffirmed strong relations between Albania and the Holy See. Both sides emphasized shared values and cooperation. They highlighted peace, dialogue, and mutual respect. Peleshi presented a symbolic gift from Albania. The gesture expressed friendship and appreciation toward the Holy …

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Begaj: Scientific Research Is Key for Albania’s European Path

Bajram Begaj attended an international scientific conference in Tirana focused on the importance of toponymy in shaping Albanian cultural identity. The event was organized by the Institute of Anthropology under the Academy of Sciences. Researchers and academics discussed how place names reflect language, history, and identity. Begaj said that scientific …

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A stronger Union for the Mediterranean for a stronger Mediterranean

By H.E. Ambassador Nasser Kamel, Secretary General of the Union for the Mediterranean. Tirana Times, June 25, 2026 – They say no man ever steps in the same river twice. The universe is in a constant state of flux: such is my sentiment as I reflect on my mandate at the Union for the …

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Austria Leads FDI, but Real Estate Tells the Bigger Story

Bank of Albania data show Austria topping first-quarter foreign investment flows, while property and construction continue to shape Albania’s FDI model. Tirana Times June 25, 2026 – The figures place Austria ahead of some of Albania’s traditionally dominant investment partners, including Italy, the Netherlands and Turkey. Yet the data also …

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Albanian Football Federation sets dates for 2026-2027 domestic season

TIRANA, June 25 – The Executive Committee of the Albanian Football Federation has approved the starting dates for all national competitions in the 2026-2027 football season. The “Abissnet Superiore” championship will begin on August 22, 2026 and end on May 9, 2027. Meanwhile, the “First Category” championship will start on …

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PM Rama: Ukraine is rebuilding Europe’s courage at reconstruction conference

TIRANA, June 27 – Prime Minister Edi Rama took part in the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Gdańsk, Poland, which brings together heads of state and government, international financial institutions, business representatives and civil society organisations from around the world. The conference aims to strengthen international support for Ukraine and mobilise …

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Bënja Spa Rehabilitation Continues, Boosting Tourism Potential

Work on the rehabilitation of the Bënja thermal baths continues steadily. The project aims to improve tourist infrastructure, organize visitor services, and protect the area’s unique natural values. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Environment clarified that the destination remains under development. Therefore, recently published images show temporary construction stages rather than …

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Territorial Reform Aims to Strengthen Municipalities and Balance Development

The Special Commission on Administrative-Territorial Reform held its eleventh public hearing in Korça. The meeting gathered local stakeholders to discuss proposals for Albania’s new territorial reform. Speaking at the hearing, Arbjan Mazniku said that ten years after the 2014 reform, it is time to evaluate its results and identify improvements. …

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Rama Meets Ukrainian Prime Minister Svyrydenko in Poland

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama met Ukrainian Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko in Gdańsk, Poland, on Wednesday. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026. Albania’s Minister of Economy and Innovation, Delina Ibrahimaj, also attended the talks. During the meeting, the leaders discussed ways to strengthen …

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Cyprus EU Presidency Backs Albania’s EU Path, Hoxha Says in Nicosia Visit

Albania’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha visited Nicosia, Cyprus, where he held a series of high-level meetings focused on EU integration and bilateral cooperation. First, Hoxha met with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides, reaffirming both countries’ commitment to strengthening cooperation and advancing Albania’s European agenda. In addition, he …

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Peleshi Meets Pope Leo XIV in the Vatican, Reaffirms Strong Albania–Holy See Relations

Niko Peleshi met Pope Leo XIV in the Vatican. The meeting reaffirmed strong relations between Albania and the Holy See. Both sides emphasized shared values and cooperation. They highlighted peace, dialogue, and mutual respect. Peleshi presented a symbolic gift from Albania. The gesture expressed friendship and appreciation toward the Holy …

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Begaj: Scientific Research Is Key for Albania’s European Path

Bajram Begaj attended an international scientific conference in Tirana focused on the importance of toponymy in shaping Albanian cultural identity. The event was organized by the Institute of Anthropology under the Academy of Sciences. Researchers and academics discussed how place names reflect language, history, and identity. Begaj said that scientific …

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A stronger Union for the Mediterranean for a stronger Mediterranean

By H.E. Ambassador Nasser Kamel, Secretary General of the Union for the Mediterranean. Tirana Times, June 25, 2026 – They say no man ever steps in the same river twice. The universe is in a constant state of flux: such is my sentiment as I reflect on my mandate at the Union for the …

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Austria Leads FDI, but Real Estate Tells the Bigger Story

Bank of Albania data show Austria topping first-quarter foreign investment flows, while property and construction continue to shape Albania’s FDI model. Tirana Times June 25, 2026 – The figures place Austria ahead of some of Albania’s traditionally dominant investment partners, including Italy, the Netherlands and Turkey. Yet the data also …

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Albanian Football Federation sets dates for 2026-2027 domestic season

TIRANA, June 25 – The Executive Committee of the Albanian Football Federation has approved the starting dates for all national competitions in the 2026-2027 football season. The “Abissnet Superiore” championship will begin on August 22, 2026 and end on May 9, 2027. Meanwhile, the “First Category” championship will start on …