Kosovo youths injured in Thumana car crash
A serious accident was reported on Friday morning on the Fushë Krujë-Thumana road segment. a vehicle driven by a Kosovo Albanian collided with the Thumana roundabout barriers. As a result, the driver and the passenger, also a Kosovar Albanian, were injured. The two injured have been sent for medical help …
PM thanks national team’s players for victory in Albania-Czechia match
Prime Minister Edi Rama started this Friday with a congratulatory statement for the national team’s triumph during the match with the Czech Republic, where the Albanian team achieved a 3-0 score. In a social media post, the head of the government has also published a photo of Albania’s ranking in …
General Prosecutor: Obstacles can only be overcome by standing together
Prosecutor General, Olsian Çela delivered this Friday his speech at the High Prosecutorial Council (HPC), where the 3 new members will be elected this Friday, noting that Albania needs magistrates who are independent from anyone. In his statement at the HPC, Çela said that the prosecutors are going through a …
Soreca: Western Balkan’s european integration on top of Tirana’s Berlin Process Summit
Ambassador of the European Union in Albania, Luigi Soreca declared Friday that the integration of the Western Balkans in the bloc will be at the top of the political agenda at the summit of the Berlin Process, which will take place on October 16 in Tirana. During a conference regarding …
Tabaku notes ‘parliaments must have key role in integration process
Chairwoman of the Commission for European Affairs, Jorida Tabaku, emphasized Friday that parliaments should have a key role in the integration process. In her speech at the conference on “The Role of Parliament in the Berlin Process”, Tabaku added that this process should move beyond paper and be more practical …
Operation against migrant smuggling, 19 arrest warrants issued
An extensive operation in many cities has recently been carried out by the State Police, where sources for ABC confirm that there are about 19 arrest warrants issued by the Prosecutor’s Office. The operation in question is related to the strike in the field of illegal trafficking of immigrants who …
Parliament to vote on resolution condemning september 24th attack in Kosovo
Albanian Parliament is expected to approve this Thursday the resolution for the attack in the north of Kosovo in the special session. Ruling majority and Former Prime Minister Sali Berisha’s parliamentary group withdrew from the initial drafts and produced a joint document with three points. Based on the prediction, the …
About 5000 cannabis plants destroyed in Vlora, three cops under probe
Vlora Police has conducted an operation in the village of Bishan, where a plot of cannabis was discovered among the corn, arresting citizens Skënder Llanaj, Danielo Llanaj and Bujar Hoxhaj. Authorities put under investigation the headman of the village of Bishan and 3 police officers, as they allegedly misused their …
DP’s V.chair attacks PM Rama on Kosovo-related statements
Vice Chairman of the Democratic Party (DP), Kreshink Çollaku, condemned this Thursday the statements of Prime Minister Edi Rama regarding the situation in the north of Kosovo and the September 24 attack by a Serbian terrorist group, which resulted in the death of police officer Afrim Bunjaku. In his speech …
PM accuses oppposition of using Kosovo policeman’s killing for electoral purposes
Prime Minister Edi Rama has accused this Thursday the opposition and a number of personalities in Kosovo – who criticized the stance of the Albanian government regarding the event of September 24 in Banjska – of using the murder of policeman Afrim Bunjaku for electoral purposes. During the interpellation held …
TIRANA, June 7 – Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama said protests against a proposed investment in Zvërnec have been exaggerated by international media, arguing that no approved project currently exists. In a message addressed to international news organizations, including CNN International, Rama said the latest protest drew about 2,000 participants. …
TIRANA, June 7 – Voters in Kosova headed to the polls on Saturday to elect the 11th legislature of the 120-seat parliament. The Central Election Commission distributed voting materials across all 38 municipalities. A total of 23 political parties and three coalitions are competing, with 917 candidates running for office. …
TIRANA, June 7 – The Spring Festival returned to the Albanian stage after a 23-year break. It selected 12 finalists on its opening night, in a show marked by nostalgia, live orchestration and competition. The event took place at the National Theatre of Opera and Ballet. It brought together emerging …
TIRANA, June 6 – Lake Shkodër has received UNESCO Biosphere Reserve status, gaining international recognition for one of Albania’s most important natural assets. Meanwhile, Shkodër Mayor Benet Beci describes the decision as a source of pride for the city and for communities living around the lake. He says the designation …
TIRANA, June 6 – The Spring Festival returns to the Albanian Public Radio and Television tonight after a long absence. Twenty artists will take the stage in the opening show, which will feature special guests and a mix of classic and contemporary music. Meanwhile, the festival’s hosts, singer Bleona Qereti …
The prime minister casts the widening unrest as a “hybrid war,” citing antisemitic narratives, claims about resettling Palestinians and AI-manipulated content. Tirana Times, June 6, 2026 — Prime Minister Edi Rama has accused Iran of standing behind the growing protests in Tirana against the proposed Zvërnec tourism project, shifting the …
TIRANA, June 6 – European Union and Western Balkan leaders meet in Tivat for the Western Balkans–EU summit. They focus on speeding up enlargement and advancing reforms across candidate countries. Meanwhile, European Council President António Costa says enlargement remains merit-based, but he adds that the process must become faster and …
TIRANA, June 6 – The Spring Festival returns to Albania after two decades. It takes place on June 6 and 7 at the National Theatre of Opera and Ballet in Tirana. The event brings together established and emerging artists. Organisers present the festival as a revival of a major cultural …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said that Sazan Island will remain property of the Albanian state. He stressed that it will not be privatized. Speaking at the Socialist Party’s 35th anniversary event in Vlora, Rama said Sazan is a national asset. Therefore, any development project will be carried out in partnership …
Albania received strong support from European Union leaders at the summit in Tivat, Montenegro. EU officials said the country is moving in the right direction toward membership. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the EU’s goals are clear. She stated that Montenegro is expected to join the EU …