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Killed their father and buried him, three children are left in prison

The Durres court ordered the security measure “arrest in prison” for Hysen, Hygerta and Amarildo Meta, who killed their father and then buried him in a hut near the house. The tragic incident took place on February 10 in Shenavlash, but was discovered a few days later. Hygerta Meta took …

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Summits and Zelensky’s visit to Tirana, police strict security measures

Starting from tomorrow, Tirana will be armed with numerous security measures due to the summits and the visit of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to the capital. It is expected that the president of Ukraine will arrive in Rinas on the evening of February 27, where he will participate in the …

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Albania part of the important organization of UN/ Minister Hasani will be hosted by the High Commissioner for Human Rights

The Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Igli Hasani, is expected to travel this Sunday from India to Geneva, where the High Level meeting of the 55th Session of the Human Rights Council will be held on February 26-27. HRC). Our country participates in the meeting as a member country …

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Man jumps to his death from hospital

A 47-year-old man jumped from the third floor of the Trauma Hospital and died as a result.   The 47-year-old man presented himself on Saturday for medical help at the hospital, after injuring himself with a knife-cutting tool, in Tepelena. He suffered from mental health problems, and according to family members, …

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Five injured after two-vehicle crash

Five people were injured as two vehicles crashed in the Lezhe-Balldre road axis this Sunday morning. The accident was registered early in the morning when a vehicle type Ford crashed with a Porche. All the people inside the two vehicles were sent immediately to the hospital of Lezha and so …

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Tirana, four arrested for distributing drugs near schools

Four were arrested this Sunday for selling drugs near schools in capital, police confirmed. After several controls police seized narcotic doses ready to be sell and money accumulated due to the criminal activity. These operations are on the continuous battle of state police against narcotics in schools. The arrests were …

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NATO’s air base in Kucova getting ready for inauguration day

Few days ahead of the inauguration of the NATO base in Kucova, the photos of the area were made public. The Commander of the Air Force, Brigadier General Ferdinand Dimo explains what is done so far as the inauguration day will be on March 04. According to him, it was …

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Minister Hasani meeting with the high official of the EU, focusing on Albania’s engagement with the EU’s foreign policy

The Foreign Minister of the country, Igli Hasni, held a meeting with the Secretary General of the EU’s External Action Service (EEAS), Stefano Sannino. Through a post on the “X” platform, Hasani writes that he discussed Albania’s commitment to fully align with the EU’s foreign policy, the importance of progress …

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Court releases four protesters that throw molotov towards Prime Minister’s Office

Tirana Court released this Friday all the protesters arrested for the chaos created during the opposition protest on February 20. The four protesters were release with the security measure ‘Submission Obligation’. They were arrested immediately after the end of the protest for throwing Molotov cocktails in front of the Prime …

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TNT explosion in Shkoder

An explosion happen the city of Shkodra in the early hours of the morning. A quantity of explosives was placed on an Audi vehicle parked in the parking lot of a supermarket near the Migjeni Theater in Shkoder around 04:20. As a result of the strong explosion, the vehicle was …

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Assembly of Albania forms subcommittee on public information integrity and disinformation

TIRANA, June 29 – Parliament held the inaugural meeting of the Subcommittee on Public Information Integrity, Disinformation and Foreign Interference under the chairmanship of Iris Luarasi. The subcommittee includes Iris Luarasi as chair, Agron Gjekmarkaj as deputy chair, and Ardit Bido, Arbjan Mazniku and Greta Bardeli as members. Meanwhile, the …

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Parliamentary committee on Europe approves three draft laws on agriculture, energy and public administration

TIRANA, June 29 – The parliamentary committee on Europe and Foreign Affairs approved three draft laws covering agriculture, energy and public administration reform during its latest meeting. Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Fatmir Guri presented a draft law on commercial certificates for agricultural products. He said the measure …

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EU ambassador, Gonzato to new magistrates: Your decisions will shape citizens’ trust in justice

TIRANA, June 29 – European Union Ambassador to Albania Silvio Gonzato called on newly graduated magistrates to carry out their duties with integrity, honesty, courage and humility. He said every decision they take will directly affect citizens’ lives and trust in the justice system. Meanwhile, Gonzato spoke at the National …

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Emanuele Giordano, Scholar Dedicated to Preserving Arbëresh Heritage

Emanuele Giordano dedicates his life to preserving Arbëresh heritage. He is born on 27 June 1920 in Frascineto, Calabria. He studies philosophy and theology in Rome and develops strong academic expertise. He becomes a leading voice in philology and literature. He writes major works such as “Fjalori i Arbëreshvet t’Italisë” …

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Pensions increased by over 70% for some categories since 2013

TIRANA, June 29 – Around 900,000 pensioners will benefit from a new 2.7% pension indexation starting from July 1. The decision was approved at the latest government meeting. Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu said the measure is part of the government’s ongoing policies to support pensioners. She made the …

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Supreme Court President Sadushi: Justice requires integrity, impartiality and public responsibility

TIRANA, June 29 – Supreme Court President Sokoli Sadushi spoke at the National Conference on the interaction between the justice system and the media. He said justice requires integrity, impartiality and public responsibility. Meanwhile, he called for deeper reflection on the role and responsibilities of magistrates in carrying out their …

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La Repubblica Highlights Albania’s Contrast Between Modern Cities and Historic Heritage

The Italian newspaper La Repubblica describes Albania as a country where modern life and historical heritage coexist. It presents a journey from Tirana to Berat that reveals strong contrasts across the country. It shows Tirana with its new skyscrapers, electric vehicles, and rapid urban growth. It also shows rural areas …

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Lungomare 4 coastal promenade project advances in Radhima, Vlora

TIRANA, June 29 – Prime Minister Edi Rama shared images on social media from ongoing works on the “Lungomare 4” coastal promenade project in Radhima. He described the project as another milestone in the transformation of the Vlora coastline. Meanwhile, Rama also published a video showing the progress of works …

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Media must report judicial cases carefully, perception often replaces evidence

TIRANA, June 29 – Director of the School of Magistrates Arben Rakipi said media and the justice system must maintain a balanced relationship during the National Conference on the interaction between justice and media. Meanwhile, he said the justice system must remain open to the public. He stressed transparency and …

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Public administration reform aims to streamline state institutions in European Union alignment process

TIRANA, June 29 – The Committee on Europe and Foreign Affairs reviewed a draft law on amendments to Law No. 90/2012 on the organisation and functioning of the state administration. Meanwhile, Minister of State for Public Administration and Anti-Corruption Adea Pirdeni said the bill forms a key pillar of public …

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Assembly of Albania forms subcommittee on public information integrity and disinformation

TIRANA, June 29 – Parliament held the inaugural meeting of the Subcommittee on Public Information Integrity, Disinformation and Foreign Interference under the chairmanship of Iris Luarasi. The subcommittee includes Iris Luarasi as chair, Agron Gjekmarkaj as deputy chair, and Ardit Bido, Arbjan Mazniku and Greta Bardeli as members. Meanwhile, the …

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Parliamentary committee on Europe approves three draft laws on agriculture, energy and public administration

TIRANA, June 29 – The parliamentary committee on Europe and Foreign Affairs approved three draft laws covering agriculture, energy and public administration reform during its latest meeting. Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Fatmir Guri presented a draft law on commercial certificates for agricultural products. He said the measure …

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EU ambassador, Gonzato to new magistrates: Your decisions will shape citizens’ trust in justice

TIRANA, June 29 – European Union Ambassador to Albania Silvio Gonzato called on newly graduated magistrates to carry out their duties with integrity, honesty, courage and humility. He said every decision they take will directly affect citizens’ lives and trust in the justice system. Meanwhile, Gonzato spoke at the National …

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Emanuele Giordano, Scholar Dedicated to Preserving Arbëresh Heritage

Emanuele Giordano dedicates his life to preserving Arbëresh heritage. He is born on 27 June 1920 in Frascineto, Calabria. He studies philosophy and theology in Rome and develops strong academic expertise. He becomes a leading voice in philology and literature. He writes major works such as “Fjalori i Arbëreshvet t’Italisë” …

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Pensions increased by over 70% for some categories since 2013

TIRANA, June 29 – Around 900,000 pensioners will benefit from a new 2.7% pension indexation starting from July 1. The decision was approved at the latest government meeting. Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu said the measure is part of the government’s ongoing policies to support pensioners. She made the …

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Supreme Court President Sadushi: Justice requires integrity, impartiality and public responsibility

TIRANA, June 29 – Supreme Court President Sokoli Sadushi spoke at the National Conference on the interaction between the justice system and the media. He said justice requires integrity, impartiality and public responsibility. Meanwhile, he called for deeper reflection on the role and responsibilities of magistrates in carrying out their …

News

La Repubblica Highlights Albania’s Contrast Between Modern Cities and Historic Heritage

The Italian newspaper La Repubblica describes Albania as a country where modern life and historical heritage coexist. It presents a journey from Tirana to Berat that reveals strong contrasts across the country. It shows Tirana with its new skyscrapers, electric vehicles, and rapid urban growth. It also shows rural areas …

News

Lungomare 4 coastal promenade project advances in Radhima, Vlora

TIRANA, June 29 – Prime Minister Edi Rama shared images on social media from ongoing works on the “Lungomare 4” coastal promenade project in Radhima. He described the project as another milestone in the transformation of the Vlora coastline. Meanwhile, Rama also published a video showing the progress of works …

News

Media must report judicial cases carefully, perception often replaces evidence

TIRANA, June 29 – Director of the School of Magistrates Arben Rakipi said media and the justice system must maintain a balanced relationship during the National Conference on the interaction between justice and media. Meanwhile, he said the justice system must remain open to the public. He stressed transparency and …

News

Public administration reform aims to streamline state institutions in European Union alignment process

TIRANA, June 29 – The Committee on Europe and Foreign Affairs reviewed a draft law on amendments to Law No. 90/2012 on the organisation and functioning of the state administration. Meanwhile, Minister of State for Public Administration and Anti-Corruption Adea Pirdeni said the bill forms a key pillar of public …