RENEA and FNSH to help find Bodies of mother and 2 children suspected dead
Officials of the Armed Forces of Albania, along with their vehicles, immediately responded to the call for help and engaged in the operation to find three bodies reported drowned in the Buna River, near the village of Darragjat, Dajç administrative unit, Shkodër. Teams of officers from the Special Forces Battalion …
Prime Minister congratulate Orthodox believers on Easter
Prime Minister Edi Rama has congratulated the Orthodox believers on the Easter holiday. Through a post on Facebook, which he accompanied with a photo of a boy holding a candle in his hand, the head of government wrote: “Good morning. Happy Orthodox Easter”. At midnight, Orthodox believers across the country …
The death of the couple in Dropull, police: The author, their fellow villager
The murder of a few days ago in the village of Bodrishte in Dropulli, where the elderly couple Kosta and Kleoniqi Ilia were found dead in their apartment, is revealed. The police, in a press statement, have given details about the incident while also arrested the author of the incident, …
Mother disappearance with 3 children, one found dead
Just three days ago, a father denounced the disappearance of his wife and three minor children. Unfortunately today, on the Sunday of the Orthodox Easter, one of the children was found dead in the Drini River. The body of the dead child, was seen by a fisherman, while police suspect …
Begaj commemorates the Martyrs of Motherland
The President of the Republic, Bajram Begaj, today honored the memory and work of the martyrs of the homeland. In the name of the head of state, a wreath of flowers was placed near the “Mother Albania” Monument. The full message of the President of the Republic, Bajram Begaj: “They …
There is no freedom for Berisha and Malltezi, GJKKO leaves them under “house arrest”
The Special Court deposes Berisha and Malltez again. The lawyers submitted a request for the removal of the measure, which was rejected by the GJKKO. The former prime minister and his son-in-law, Jamarbër Malltezi, were left “under house arrest”. The Special Court of Appeal for Corruption and Organized Crime, with …
20 years after the EU accession, Czechia and Slovakia reflect on their common journey
A message of peace and regional cooperation shines through in the example of these two EU member states for the rest of the countries in the WB. Czechia and Slovakia have found themselves together and apart in various forms throughout history: as part of a bigger empire, as a …
IRI Director brings Albania’s interfaith experience to Baku Forum
Dr. Arben Ramkaj, the chairman of the Inter-Religious Cooperation Center QBNF and the Executive Director of the Albanian Institute for Inter-Religious and Inter-Cultural Dialogue was invited to the 6th World Forum in Baku, Azerbaijan. Governments, international organizations, researchers and thought leaders have gathered for the 6th edition of the World …
Serious accident, the Italian tourist loses control of the motorcycle and collides with a car
A car accident happened this morning on the entrance road of the city of Saranda. The motorcycle driven by an Italian tourist collided with a vehicle and as a result went off the road. It is learned that the tourist suffered minor injuries and was transported to Saranda Hospital for …
Serious accident in Tirana/ An police oficer loses control of the vehicle and ends up in Lana River
An accident was recorded around 06:15 at the Shkoza bridge in Tirana. The police officer of the “Shqiponja” Special Force Sector, driving the service vehicle, allegedly lost control over his direction and as a result the vehicle went off the road, falling into the Lana River. The driver of the …
Tirana, July 10 – The ninth edition of the MIK Festival has opened in Korça. The four-day event brings concerts and cultural performances to historic venues across the city. Organisers will present a wide range of musical genres throughout the festival. Festival founder and internationally acclaimed soprano Inva Mula said …
TIRANA, July 10 – Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha took part in the Friends of the Western Balkans meeting in Rome, hosted by Italy’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani. Participants discussed the region’s European future and the European Union’s enlargement process. In a post …
Albania and Italy are expanding customs cooperation by focusing on digital systems, electronic data exchange and the use of artificial intelligence in customs operations. Director General of the Albanian Customs Administration Besmir Beja met with Roberto Alesse, Director General of the Italian Customs and Monopolies Agency, during an official visit …
Education Minister Mirela Kumbaro welcomed the approval by COREPER to close the first three chapters of Albania’s EU accession negotiations, calling it a major achievement for the country and its negotiating team. Kumbaro highlighted that two of the three chapters are directly related to the Ministry of Education: Chapter 25 …
COREPER approved the provisional closure of three chapters in Albania’s European Union accession negotiations, pushing the country another step forward on its path toward membership. The Agency for Media and Information (MIA) announced that the Committee of Permanent Representatives of EU member states endorsed the EU’s Common Position on closing …
EtnoArtGallery – “The House of Memory” in the heart of Korçë’s Old Bazaar invites visitors on a journey through Albanian history, traditions and cultural heritage. The gallery displays authentic traditional costumes, rare objects and handmade elements that reflect everyday life in Albanian cities and villages of the past. Prime Minister …
Albanian households and businesses hold approximately ALL 1.8 trillion (around €18 billion) in bank deposits, while the country’s ten largest depositors account for about 7.5% of the total savings in the banking system. According to the Bank of Albania’s Supervision Report, total deposits reached ALL 1.8 trillion at the end …
The 31-kilometre Qafë Qelë–Koman road has been reconstructed, significantly improving access to one of northern Albania’s most promising tourist destinations. Minister of Infrastructure and Energy Enea Karakaçi, together with the Director of the Albanian Road Authority, Ami Kozeli, inspected the completed works during a site visit. The investment is considered …
Albania will initially contribute staff officers to the international stabilization mission in Gaza, Defense Minister Ermal Nufi announced in an interview with Euronews Albania. Nufi said that following the completion of a reconnaissance and assessment mission, and after reviewing the report prepared by Albanian officers, the General Staff of the …
TIRANA, July 10 – The mountain village of Theth, located 70 kilometres from Shkodër, continues to rank among Albania’s most popular summer destinations. Large numbers of Albanian and foreign visitors are exploring the area during the peak tourist season. They come to experience Theth’s natural beauty as well as its …