Albania faces international scrutiny over suspected toxic waste trafficking
TIRANA, Aug. 30, 2024 – The discovery that 800 tons of industrial waste, suspected to contain hazardous toxic substances, were exported from Albania’s port of Durrës — likely originating outside the country — has sparked a major international investigation, raising serious concerns about Albania’s potential role in global waste trafficking …
An old man arrested for trying to rape a minor girl
A 71-year-old man tried to rape a minor girl. According to preliminary information, it was the girl’s father who reported the case to the police. According to the statements, it is known that the elderly Pellumb Lamçe has undressed the 8-year-old girl in order to have sexual relations. It is …
Two arrested for cannabis cultivating
Two brothers and a 20-year-old man were captured by the police in Malesia e Madhe. It is learned that they cultivated narcotic plants in cooperation with each other, which were destroyed by the Police by burning them. While, the three citizens were caught during the operation on the road axis …
A 36 year old murdered in Shkoder
Elis Rroshkodol, 36 years old, was shot dead on in Shkoder in the Zdrale area. The murder happened inside a bar, while the victim was drinking coffee. Police notif: “Around 12:30, in the “Ahmet Haxhia” neighborhood, in a bar, it is suspected that an unidentified citizen shot and killed citizen …
The murder of Gentjan Bejtja, is identified one of the suspected perpetrators
The State Police has identified one of the suspected perpetrators who participated in the murder of Gentjan Bejtja in March of this year in the yard of his apartment in Larushk. It is about the 41-year-old Florian Plaku from Vlora, who has been announced as an international wanted man, since, …
“Diplo 2024″/Hasani reveals why Kosovo was not represented by any political factor: We also agreed on the opening of the embassy in Indonesia
At the end of the Conference of Ambassadors “Diplo 2024”, Minister Igli Hasani is holding a conversation with journalists, where he is sharing details from the various meetings. Asked why Kosovo did not have any political factor as a representative, he said that it is related to health reasons. So, …
Candidates for General Secretary of OSCE / Hasani: I hope to serve to Albania
The Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Igli Hasani, has spoken to journalists about his candidacy for the position of Secretary General of the OSCE. “The prime minister has given me a very big position. It is a very important negotiation and allow me not to put pressure on my …
Scandal with hazardous waste/ Balluku: The port authority of Durres has nothing to do with their transport
The Deputy Prime Minister, Belinda Balluku, at the same time Minister of Infrastructure and Energy, stated that the Port Authority of Durrës has nothing to do with the transportation of hazardous waste to Thailand. In a statement, after the government meeting, Balluku said that justice must speak about this. “I …
A 48 year man sentenced with 9 years in prison is arrested in Fier
Altin Stopani alias Erion Veliu, from Fieri, has been arrested by the police for the purpose of extradition. It is learned that the 48-year-old man was sentenced in Italy to 9 years in prison for participating in a criminal organization, illegal possession of weapons, drug trafficking and exploitation for prostitution. …
The execution of Edmond Papa, who is the 45-year-old arrested as an accomplice in the murder
This Wednesday, Andrew Bode, wanted for the murder of Edmond Papa on December 16 in the Selita area of Tirana, was captured by the police. The 44-year-old, originally from Berat, was previously known as Edvin Bode, but due to problems with justice, he changed it a few years ago. He …
TIRANA, August 10 – Albania is stepping up work on its European Union integration process, with more than 20 draft laws already prepared for Chapters 16 and 29. Deputy Finance Minister Endrit Yzeiraj said the first half of 2026 brought heavy workloads and strategic tasks, but EU integration remained a …
Albania faces another potentially costly international dispute after losing several arbitration cases in recent years that have exposed the state to hundreds of millions of euros in compensation and related liabilities. Tirana Times, August 10, 2026 – Albania is no stranger to costly international arbitration. Over the past decade, the …
TIRANA, August 10 – High passenger and vehicle flows continue at Albania’s ports and border crossing points (BCP-s) during the peak tourist season. Thousands of people and vehicles have entered and left the country in recent hours. At the Port of Vlora, around 2,700 passengers are expected today on 3 …
TIRANA, August 10 – Albania’s annual inflation rate rose to 3.4% in July 2026, from 2.5% in July 2025. Consumer prices also increased by 0.2% from June. According to INSTAT data, food and non-alcoholic beverages made the largest contribution to annual inflation at 1.18 percentage points. The group covering housing, …
TIRANA, August 10 – Tradition, history and local cuisine came together at the 7th edition of “Mokra n’Fest”, held near the stone bridge in Golikë, Pogradec. The festival brought together local residents, visitors and emigrants who returned to their hometowns. An artisan fair and traditional food highlighted local products, including …
TIRANA, August 10 – Durrës Port recorded high passenger traffic during the first 10 days of August, as the summer travel season reached its peak. According to the Durrës Port Authority, 75,962 passengers travelled through the port between August 1 and 10. Most of the traffic involved arrivals, with 51,259 …
TIRANA, August 10 – Durrës remains a popular choice for foreign tourists spending their summer holidays in Albania. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared a video today featuring visitors from Germany, the Netherlands, England, the Czech Republic, Italy and other countries. Rama said the city’s sea, history, culture and Albanian hospitality …
TIRANA, August 10 – Problem loans in Albania’s banking system fell again in June. They accounted for 3.7% of total lending, down from 3.77% in May. According to Bank of Albania statistics, this marks the lowest level since 2007. The ratio also fell by 0.31 percentage points from June 2025. …
TIRANA, August 10 – Albania faces a high wildfire risk this afternoon and tomorrow, with temperatures reaching 40°C. The Institute of Geosciences (IGJEO) has placed 5 counties under a high-risk warning for forest fires. The warning covers Lezha, Durrës, Tirana, Elbasan and Fier. IGJEO expects a moderate risk in Shkodër, …
TIRANA, August 10 – Albania’s civil aviation sector is recording new highs in 2026 as summer tourism drives passenger and flight traffic. Infrastructure and Energy Minister Enea Karakaçi visited the public company Albcontrol today, to review measures for managing the increased air traffic. Albcontrol Director Dritan Isaku said the organisation …