Kosovo backsliding, says opposition leader
Avdullah Hoti, chief of parliamentary group of the biggest opposition party of Democratic League of Kosovo, LDK, in a Facebook post said Kosovo is backsliding on fighting corruption, has deteriorated relations with the US, and warned of social turmoil after the strike of civil servants asking increase of salaries. Original …
Kosovo’s opposition leader backs unification of Mitrovica
Albin Kurti, leader of the opposition party of Vetevendosje, met on Tuesday mayor of Mitrovica South, Agim Bahtiri, to discuss a petition launched by the latter on unification of this ethnically divided town. Original post Here
Kosovo: Coalition rift deepens over tax on Serbian goods
Rifts inside the Kosovo coalition government appear to deepen after Speaker of Parliament and head of biggest political party, PDK, Kadri Veseli, proposed temporarily suspension of tax on Serbian goods, which is being opposed by Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj. Original post Here
Serbian President likely to visit Albania in March
Serbia’s President Aleksandar Vucic is expected to visit Tirana on 7, 8 March when he will attend the regional Summit of Brdo-Brijuni. Original post Here
Kosovo’s negotiators met EU Officials in Brussels
Co-heads of Kosovo’s negotiation team in dialogue with Serbia, Fatmir Limaj and Shpend Ahmeti, during their visit to Brussels on Tuesday met senior officials of EU foreign policy chief, Federica Mogherini’s office. Original post Here
Kosovo ready for compromise agreement with Serbia, says Thaci
Kosovo President, Hashim Thaci, in a letter to US President Donald Trump said Kosovo is ready for a compromise deal with Serbia to resolve long-standing issues between the countries. He also invited the US President to visit Kosovo. Original post Here
Kosovo considering 120-day suspension of tax
Speaker of Kosovo Parliament and chairman of Democratic Party of Kosovo, PDK, Kadri Veseli said the 100 percent tax imposed by Government on all imported goods from Serbia and Bosnia will not be revoked, but it may be suspended temporarily under some conditions as a good will sign towards the …
Serbia must be held accountable on missing persons, says Kosovo Justice Minister
Kosovo’s Justice Minister, Abelard Tahiri, said Serbia must be held accountable for the fate of those who went missing during the war in Kosovo. More than 1600 people are still considered as missing since the end of the war in 1999. Original post Here
Haradinaj sets Kosovo’s conditions to Quint for suspending tariffs
Kosovo Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj, wrote on Monday a letter to ambassadors of Quint (US, UK, Germany, France and Italy) as well as the EU Special Representative to Kosovo, setting conditions for suspension of 100 percent tariffs imposed on all imported goods from Serbia. Original post Here
EU Office to politics: Keep your hands off the Kosovo Accreditation Agency
The EU Office in Kosovo in a statement issued Monday supporting the Kosovo Accreditation Agency, an independent body that guarantees the quality of educational and scientific research work in Higher Education Institutions in Kosovo. Head of EU Office in Kosovo, Nataliya Apostolova, said their commitment to their mission is impressive …
TIRANA, April 8 – Kruja, a town known for its history, scenic landscapes, and welcoming residents, attracts tourists year-round. Visitors explore its winding streets, artisan shops, and traditional cuisine, creating experiences that keep them returning. The town’s centerpiece, Skanderbeg Castle, sits amid modern neighborhoods and well-maintained streets. This mix of …
TIRANA, April 8 – Prime Minister Edi Rama released a welcome video today ahead of the Fourth Albanian Diaspora Summit, showcasing the nation’s most notable figures from George Kastrioti Skanderbeg to Ismail Qemali and Mother Teresa. The video opens with Gjon Buzuku, author of the first book in Albanian, and …
The women’s national team returned to the field today. It resumed training one month after the last match. Now, the squad prepares for the 2027 World Cup qualifiers. Coach Armir Grima gathered the team in Tirana. The players will train at the “House of Football.” They prepare for two important …
TIRANA, April 8 – The Parliamentary Committee on Administrative-Territorial Reform held a hearing with Minister of State for Local Governance Ervin Demo to review the current state of local government and its challenges. Demo presented the performance and services achieved under the 2014 territorial reform, implemented in 2015. He noted …
Orthodox Easter is historically celebrated beautifully in Korçë. This city is known for its rich traditions. This Easter, visitors to Korçë can enjoy a unique artistic experience. The exhibition “Code of Life” by Maria Shukulli opens at the Guri Madhi Gallery. The exhibition presents for the first time in Albania …
TIRANA, April 8 – Holy Tuesday, observed weekly since March 17, has made St. Anthony Church in Laç a center for prayers. People come from across Albania. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared footage today on social media. The video shows the sacred site, which has become a place of unity …
TIRANA, April 8 – On April 8, 1937, Gjergj Fishta’s epic poem Lahuta e Malcís was published in full. It is one of the most remarkable works in Albanian literature. The poem contains 15,613 verses. It is the result of thirty years of work. Fishta combined historical documentation with poetic …
TIRANA, April 8 – Prime Minister Edi Rama visited the new facilities of the Regional Hospital in Lezha and addressed concerns raised by doctors over inequality between specialists and emergency physicians. He said the government will resolve the issue in June through budget changes. The plan will include emergency doctors …
The Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Sports, Blendi Gonxhja, announced a new appointment today. Arta Marku now leads the National Center for Books and Reading. She began her career in 1993 at the newspaper Koha Jonë. Later, she worked at Gazeta Shqiptare, Shekulli, and Panorama. She always focused on books …
TIRANA, April 8 – Parking services in Tirana have moved to a fully digital system, allowing users to access all services through the “Tirana Parking” mobile application. Authorities say the platform aims to simplify procedures and improve access for residents. Through the app, users can apply for resident parking permits, …