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Two injured in Pogradec car crash

Two cars were involved in an accident in the early hours of this Thursday morning in Pogradec. Police revealed that as a result of the collision, two people were injured, who were urgently sent to the hospital. Hospital sources informed that the injured have been stabilized and are out of …

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Albania to participate in Turin’s book fair

Albania will be part of one of the major book fairs organized in Turin. This was announced by Prime Minister Edi Rama through the social networks, while posting a picture from Albania’s stand at this fair. “Albania’s spectacular stand is ready at the International Book Fair in Turin – one …

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Man arrested in Kapshtica border after attempting to kill neighbor

A 34-year-old man, who tried to kill his neighbor in Elbasan, has been arrested as he was trying to leave Albania from the border point of Kapshtica. Police revealed that the arrested Gentian Myrta hit his neighbor with a car and an iron crowbar for property reasons. The injured person …

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Serbian Farmers to Block Roads in Struggle for Increased Subsidies

After negotiations with the government broke down, Serbian farmimg unions have decided to block roads until their demands for higher subsidies are met. Original post Here

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Four minors arrested for Gramsh 16-year-old’s killing

Four minors have been handcuffed this Wednesday by Gramsh Police, for the killing of 15-year-old Fatjon Bici and wounding of another. According to the police, the detainees are citizens Xh. Ç., 15 years old, O. Ç, 14 years old, E. K., 15 years old and S. M., 16 years old. …

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Serial Vlora thief arrested

A 39-year-old man has been arrested by Vlora Police this Wednesday morning, after being accused of a series of thefts in the coastal city. According to the police, Festim Gilani was responsible for 7 thefts in apartments in various neighborhoods of Vlora. Meanwhile, the police is working on documenting other …

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Greek ambassador visits elected Himara’s mayor in prison

Ambassador of Greece in Albania, Kostandina Kamitsi, arrived this Wednesday at the detention facilities of Vlora, where Fredi Beleri, the elected mayor of Himara has been detained. Beleri that ran under the slogan of “We win together” coalition , was arrested by the police a few hours before the elections …

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Former DP head of Peqin injured by gunfire

The former head of the Democratic Party in Peqin, Diell Çela, was injured by gunfire. It is learned that Çela had a conflict with a 55-year-old man, for weak motives. Çela arrived at the hospital to receive medical help. The suspected perpetrator has been identified as Sokol Dehima. We recall …

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SPAK takes over vote-rigging probe against jailed Himara’s mayor

Special Prosecution against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK) has registered this Wednesday a criminal proceeding against Fredi Beleri, candidate of “Together We Win” for the municipality of Himara, who is accused of buying votes. Beleri is accused of having bought eight votes for 400.000 ALL, while according to the official …

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Rama at the Summit of the Council of Europe: Thaçi’s judgment baseless

Prime Minister Edi Rama this Wednesday is participating in the summit of the Council of Europe that is taking place in Iceland.  Rama started his speech at this summit by bringing to attention the unfair trial that is being done to the leaders of the Kosovo Liberation Army in The …

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Automotive Fair Albania returns to Tirana for fourth edition

TIRANA, May 6 – Automotive Fair Albania returns for its fourth edition in Tirana from 21 to 24 May. The event brings together automotive enthusiasts and technology displays under the motto “Fueled by Passion”. Organisers confirm that the fair will take place at the same venue and will maintain its …

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Manjani: Draft Law on Foreigners Aligns Albania with EU Standards

Deputy Minister of Economy and Innovation Olta Manjani held a meeting with the inter-institutional working group on the draft law “On Foreigners.” She said the law forms an integral part of Chapter 2 on the free movement of people. She emphasized full alignment with European Union standards. She stressed continued …

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Agreement signed to establish National Education Services Agency

TIRANA, May 6 – The Ministry of Education and the Albanian-American Development Foundation (AADF) signed a cooperation agreement today to establish the National Education Services Agency. The agreement aims to transform the institution responsible for national examinations and key education services into a modern and autonomous body aligned with international …

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Gonxhja: AADF Key Partner in Sustainable Transformation of Culture and Urban Development

Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Blendi Gonxhja met with AADF Board Director Michael Granoff to discuss long-standing cooperation in cultural heritage and development projects. He said the Albanian-American Development Foundation (AADF) plays a key role in driving sustainable transformation in culture, education, and urban development in Albania. He said …

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Play-Out Matches Set for Kategoria e Parë: Dates, Times and Stadiums Confirmed

The Competition Department at the Albanian Football Association (FSHF) has confirmed the schedule for the play-out stage of Kategoria e Parë. Kukësi will face Bylis B at Vorë Stadium. Luftëtari will play against Sopoti at “Flamurtari” Stadium in Vlora. Both matches will take place on May 9 at 16:00. The …

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Police Oversight Agency awards certificates to 23 officers

TIRANA, May 6 – The Police Oversight Agency held a ceremony marking the completion of a training cycle for 23 security officers. The agency reported that 19 officers from its structures and four officers from the Kosova Police Inspectorate received certificates after completing a three-week training course on crime investigation. …

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Himara Opens 2026 Tourist Season with Three Days of Festivities

Himara has officially opened its 2026 summer tourist season with a three-day program of cultural, sports, and entertainment events. The municipality organized the activities on May 1, 2, and 3 across key coastal areas of the city. The program included concerts, fairs, children’s events, outdoor cinema, light festivals, and water …

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Four Albanian heritage elements move toward UNESCO nomination

TIRANA, May 6 – The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport and the Albanian-American Development Foundation signed a cooperation agreement. The agreement advances the preparation of a second package of nomination files for UNESCO. The process targets the Intangible Cultural Heritage List and the Register of Good Safeguarding Practices of …

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Education services agreement with Albanian-American Development Foundation, PM Rama: Cambridge excellence for services in education

TIRANA, May 6 – The Albanian-American Development Foundation and the Ministry of Education signed an agreement in Tirana. The agreement focuses on the modernization of assessment systems in the new National Agency for Education Services. It aims to strengthen digital transformation in education and reinforce merit-based principles in the system. …

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Albania and New Jersey National Guard mark 25 years of partnership, Nufi highlights cooperation with United States

TIRANA, May 6 – The Albanian Armed Forces and the New Jersey National Guard marked 25 years of partnership under the State Partnership Program. The anniversary highlighted long-term cooperation in defence and security. A United States delegation visited Albania for the occasion. Brigadier General Yvonne Mays led the delegation as …

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Automotive Fair Albania returns to Tirana for fourth edition

TIRANA, May 6 – Automotive Fair Albania returns for its fourth edition in Tirana from 21 to 24 May. The event brings together automotive enthusiasts and technology displays under the motto “Fueled by Passion”. Organisers confirm that the fair will take place at the same venue and will maintain its …

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Manjani: Draft Law on Foreigners Aligns Albania with EU Standards

Deputy Minister of Economy and Innovation Olta Manjani held a meeting with the inter-institutional working group on the draft law “On Foreigners.” She said the law forms an integral part of Chapter 2 on the free movement of people. She emphasized full alignment with European Union standards. She stressed continued …

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Agreement signed to establish National Education Services Agency

TIRANA, May 6 – The Ministry of Education and the Albanian-American Development Foundation (AADF) signed a cooperation agreement today to establish the National Education Services Agency. The agreement aims to transform the institution responsible for national examinations and key education services into a modern and autonomous body aligned with international …

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Gonxhja: AADF Key Partner in Sustainable Transformation of Culture and Urban Development

Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Blendi Gonxhja met with AADF Board Director Michael Granoff to discuss long-standing cooperation in cultural heritage and development projects. He said the Albanian-American Development Foundation (AADF) plays a key role in driving sustainable transformation in culture, education, and urban development in Albania. He said …

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Play-Out Matches Set for Kategoria e Parë: Dates, Times and Stadiums Confirmed

The Competition Department at the Albanian Football Association (FSHF) has confirmed the schedule for the play-out stage of Kategoria e Parë. Kukësi will face Bylis B at Vorë Stadium. Luftëtari will play against Sopoti at “Flamurtari” Stadium in Vlora. Both matches will take place on May 9 at 16:00. The …

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Police Oversight Agency awards certificates to 23 officers

TIRANA, May 6 – The Police Oversight Agency held a ceremony marking the completion of a training cycle for 23 security officers. The agency reported that 19 officers from its structures and four officers from the Kosova Police Inspectorate received certificates after completing a three-week training course on crime investigation. …

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Himara Opens 2026 Tourist Season with Three Days of Festivities

Himara has officially opened its 2026 summer tourist season with a three-day program of cultural, sports, and entertainment events. The municipality organized the activities on May 1, 2, and 3 across key coastal areas of the city. The program included concerts, fairs, children’s events, outdoor cinema, light festivals, and water …

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Four Albanian heritage elements move toward UNESCO nomination

TIRANA, May 6 – The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport and the Albanian-American Development Foundation signed a cooperation agreement. The agreement advances the preparation of a second package of nomination files for UNESCO. The process targets the Intangible Cultural Heritage List and the Register of Good Safeguarding Practices of …

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Education services agreement with Albanian-American Development Foundation, PM Rama: Cambridge excellence for services in education

TIRANA, May 6 – The Albanian-American Development Foundation and the Ministry of Education signed an agreement in Tirana. The agreement focuses on the modernization of assessment systems in the new National Agency for Education Services. It aims to strengthen digital transformation in education and reinforce merit-based principles in the system. …

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Albania and New Jersey National Guard mark 25 years of partnership, Nufi highlights cooperation with United States

TIRANA, May 6 – The Albanian Armed Forces and the New Jersey National Guard marked 25 years of partnership under the State Partnership Program. The anniversary highlighted long-term cooperation in defence and security. A United States delegation visited Albania for the occasion. Brigadier General Yvonne Mays led the delegation as …