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Declared wanted, a 50 year old is extradited from Spain

Ismali Zeneli was extradited from Spain to our country, after the finalization of the operation by Interpol Tirana. The 50-year-old was declared internationally wanted by the Interpol Directorate, he is part of the gang group where Erzen Breçani was arrested. The Special Court of First Instance for Corruption and Organized …

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An 18 year old died after he lost control of the vehicle

An 18-year-old, who was injured on Thursday, after losing control of the car and ended up in the canal, died this Friday. The accident happened yesterday, around the early hours of the morning. The driver of the vehicle was immediately sent to the hospital for medical assistance, but as a …

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A 26-year-old man is arrested in Elbasan for threatened to kill the police officer

A 26-year-old man was arrested in Elbasan after threatening to kill a police officer. According to the police, the young man was walking around armed with a pistol, at midnight, in the “Luigj Gurakuqi” neighborhood, while it was ascertained by the police officer that he was off duty. At the …

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GAIN Summit 2024 to Explore Latest Global Developments in AI

Third edition of the Global Artificial Intelligence Summit announced TIRANA, 21 August 2024 – AI leaders from around the world will be gathering for the third edition of the Global AI Summit (GAIN) on September 10-12, 2024, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Hosted by the Saudi Data & Artificial Intelligence Authority …

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Sydney-Based Lawyer Makes ‘Special Swim’ from Italy to Albania

Long-distance swimmer Eva Buzo tells BIRN her Albanian heritage made the 35-hour swim from Italy to Albania extra special. Original post Here

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Chinese citizen arrested in Tirana, for prostitution network

The Tirana police attacked a prostitution ring in Tirana this Thursday. Investigations and verifications revealed the scheme of practicing prostitution in the capital. According to Tirana police, two 52-year-old Chinese citizens and another 38-year-old woman recruited other Chinese and Filipino citizens through social networks and accommodated them in a rented …

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Election in Himara/ Votes are not recounted, the documentation of the voters is verified

Although the socialists won Himara with almost 1,500 more votes, the democrats and their allies do not give up and hope to find irregularities, enough to repeat the vote. The Democrats, together with Vangjel Dule, knocked at the CEC with a complaint at the beginning of this month, to declare …

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Accused for human trafficking in Kosovo, a 47-year-old arrested

47-year-old Dode Rica was arrested as part of the “Rule of Law” operation. Durres Police announces that the 47-year-old, owner of a nightclub in Pristina, was accused in Kosovo of human trafficking. The Basic Court of Pristina has assigned this citizen the security measure “Arrest in prison”, for the criminal …

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A 49-year-old man arrested for trying smuggling oil into Albania

A 49-year-old man was arrested by the police at the border point in Qafë Thane, after trying to smuggle oil into Albania. “Following the intensified work of the Border Police services, during the summer season, with the aim of preventing and combating crimes at the borders, in the Qafë Thane …

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Andrew Tate’s Romanian Homes Raided Amid New Allegations

Romanian prosecution and police have launched a fresh investigation into the controversial influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate, linked to allegedly human trafficking, sex with minors and money laundering. Original post Here

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Children explore the world of television at RTSH Korça

TIRANA, August 4 – Children attending the Horizont Center day camp visited RTSH Korça, where they discovered how a regional public television station produces and broadcasts its programmes. The station’s management welcomed the group and introduced them to the newsroom, television studios, control room and other production facilities. The children …

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Port of Durrës processes over 2 million tonnes of cargo in first half of 2026

TIRANA, August 4 – The Port of Durrës processed 2,057,526 tonnes of cargo during January–June 2026, marking a 7.2% increase compared with the same period of 2025. According to the Port Authority of Durrës, imports accounted for 1,430,236 tonnes of the total volume, while exports reached 627,290 tonnes. Export activity …

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U.S. State Department Ratifies $302 Million Loan Agreement with Albania

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-5″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-5″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-12″ data-turn=”assistant”> The U.S. Department of State has officially announced the ratification of a $302 million loan agreement with Albania to support investments in the country’s defence sector. In its official statement, the State Department said the agreement will help Albania meet its …

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U.S. Ratifies Loan Agreement with Albania, U.S. Embassy Reacts

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–sticky-padding-top)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”149fb836-ca6f-41ab-b866-328f2f5bb8c2″ data-turn-id-container=”149fb836-ca6f-41ab-b866-328f2f5bb8c2″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-5″ data-turn=”user”> The U.S. Embassy in Tirana has issued a statement on Facebook regarding the ratification of the $302 million loan agreement between the United States and Albania. The embassy said the agreement will support Albania’s progress toward fulfilling the Hague Defence Commitment. …

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Interior Ministry Declares Two North Macedonian Citizens Persona Non Grata

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-3″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-3″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-8″ data-turn=”assistant”> Albania’s Ministry of Interior has declared two North Macedonian citizens persona non grata over activities deemed harmful to Albania’s national security and public order. The two individuals have been identified as Valon Bela and Bekir Halimi. The measure imposed on both …

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AKSK: 14.6 Million Cyberattack Attempts Targeted Information Infrastructure in First Half of 2026

The National Cyber Security Authority (AKSK) announced that a total of 14,628,595 cyberattack attempts targeting Albania’s cyber ecosystem infrastructure were recorded during the first half of 2026, covering the period from January to June. According to AKSK, this is equivalent to approximately 56.4 cyberattack attempts every minute. Of the total …

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20 Active Wildfires Across Albania, Minister Nufi: 727 Operational Personnel Deployed

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-4″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-4″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-10″ data-turn=”assistant”> Minister of Defence Ermal Nufi announced that 727 operational personnel have been deployed over the past 24 hours to manage 20 active wildfire hotspots across different parts of Albania. According to a statement posted on Facebook, support for local authorities included …

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32 Watercraft Seized in July, Vlora Border Police Chief: Daily Inspections Will Continue

The Vlora Border Police will continue carrying out daily inspections in Albania’s coastal waters throughout the tourist season, with a focus on ensuring maritime safety and preventing accidents. The head of the Triport Border Police Station, Amarilda Shabani, said that during July alone, authorities imposed 32 administrative penalties and seized …

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Large Wildfire Breaks Out in Himarë, Strong Winds Fuel the Flames

A large wildfire has broken out in the Nivicë area of the Municipality of Himarë, raising concerns as the flames continue to spread rapidly. According to preliminary information, strong winds are fueling the fire, making it more difficult for firefighters to bring the blaze under control. Firefighting crews have arrived …

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Work on Durrës’ “Taulantia” Promenade Remains Suspended, Residents Criticize Delays

As the beginning of August approaches, construction on the final section of the “Taulantia” promenade in Durrësremains unfinished, despite earlier promises from the contractor’s engineer and Mayor Emiriana Sako that the project would be completed by the end of June. At the construction site, located in one of the city’s …

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Children explore the world of television at RTSH Korça

TIRANA, August 4 – Children attending the Horizont Center day camp visited RTSH Korça, where they discovered how a regional public television station produces and broadcasts its programmes. The station’s management welcomed the group and introduced them to the newsroom, television studios, control room and other production facilities. The children …

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Port of Durrës processes over 2 million tonnes of cargo in first half of 2026

TIRANA, August 4 – The Port of Durrës processed 2,057,526 tonnes of cargo during January–June 2026, marking a 7.2% increase compared with the same period of 2025. According to the Port Authority of Durrës, imports accounted for 1,430,236 tonnes of the total volume, while exports reached 627,290 tonnes. Export activity …

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U.S. State Department Ratifies $302 Million Loan Agreement with Albania

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-5″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-5″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-12″ data-turn=”assistant”> The U.S. Department of State has officially announced the ratification of a $302 million loan agreement with Albania to support investments in the country’s defence sector. In its official statement, the State Department said the agreement will help Albania meet its …

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U.S. Ratifies Loan Agreement with Albania, U.S. Embassy Reacts

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–sticky-padding-top)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”149fb836-ca6f-41ab-b866-328f2f5bb8c2″ data-turn-id-container=”149fb836-ca6f-41ab-b866-328f2f5bb8c2″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-5″ data-turn=”user”> The U.S. Embassy in Tirana has issued a statement on Facebook regarding the ratification of the $302 million loan agreement between the United States and Albania. The embassy said the agreement will support Albania’s progress toward fulfilling the Hague Defence Commitment. …

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Interior Ministry Declares Two North Macedonian Citizens Persona Non Grata

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-3″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-3″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-8″ data-turn=”assistant”> Albania’s Ministry of Interior has declared two North Macedonian citizens persona non grata over activities deemed harmful to Albania’s national security and public order. The two individuals have been identified as Valon Bela and Bekir Halimi. The measure imposed on both …

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AKSK: 14.6 Million Cyberattack Attempts Targeted Information Infrastructure in First Half of 2026

The National Cyber Security Authority (AKSK) announced that a total of 14,628,595 cyberattack attempts targeting Albania’s cyber ecosystem infrastructure were recorded during the first half of 2026, covering the period from January to June. According to AKSK, this is equivalent to approximately 56.4 cyberattack attempts every minute. Of the total …

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20 Active Wildfires Across Albania, Minister Nufi: 727 Operational Personnel Deployed

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-4″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:6450831a-d16b-4993-b314-03f540205914-4″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-10″ data-turn=”assistant”> Minister of Defence Ermal Nufi announced that 727 operational personnel have been deployed over the past 24 hours to manage 20 active wildfire hotspots across different parts of Albania. According to a statement posted on Facebook, support for local authorities included …

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32 Watercraft Seized in July, Vlora Border Police Chief: Daily Inspections Will Continue

The Vlora Border Police will continue carrying out daily inspections in Albania’s coastal waters throughout the tourist season, with a focus on ensuring maritime safety and preventing accidents. The head of the Triport Border Police Station, Amarilda Shabani, said that during July alone, authorities imposed 32 administrative penalties and seized …

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Large Wildfire Breaks Out in Himarë, Strong Winds Fuel the Flames

A large wildfire has broken out in the Nivicë area of the Municipality of Himarë, raising concerns as the flames continue to spread rapidly. According to preliminary information, strong winds are fueling the fire, making it more difficult for firefighters to bring the blaze under control. Firefighting crews have arrived …

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Work on Durrës’ “Taulantia” Promenade Remains Suspended, Residents Criticize Delays

As the beginning of August approaches, construction on the final section of the “Taulantia” promenade in Durrësremains unfinished, despite earlier promises from the contractor’s engineer and Mayor Emiriana Sako that the project would be completed by the end of June. At the construction site, located in one of the city’s …