Ethnic Greek Politician Fredi Beleri Released from Albanian Prison
An Albanian court has released ethnic Greek former mayor-elect Fredi Beleri, whose jailing caused diplomatic friction with neighbouring Greece. Original post Here
Fredi Beleri arrives at the court, asks for bail
Fredi Beleri has arrived at the Fier court. The next session will take place this Monday, where the decision is expected to be given regarding his request for bail. So far, three sessions have been held, but they have been postponed due to the lack of documentation. Beleri was arrested …
Begins the new parliamentary session/ Rama gathers group of socialist deputies
This Monday, the group of the Socialist Party is expected to discuss the objectives related to the new season. Also, the parliamentary session will be held today, thus marking the start of the new parliamentary session. In this session, which will be held at 17:00, the Speaker of the Assembly, …
Fredi Beleri released from prison
The court has accepted Fredi Beler’s request for conditional release. Fredi Beleri had six weeks left on his sentence. We recall that Beleri was arrested for buying and selling votes during the May 14 election process. He was arrested in the premises of a bar in Himare, just two days …
Tirane, woman arrested for violating husband
Tirana police have arrested a 33-year-old resident of Institut hill, Tirana, because she allegedly raped her roommate. Eranda Sina has been arrested. According to the police, on August 31, the young woman had a meeting with her roommate near the Institut Bridge. But in this meeting place on the evening …
Bled Strategic Forum/ Rama meets with EU officials in Slovenia
Prime Minister Edi Rama is in Slovenia, where he will be present at the Bled forum, held today and tomorrow. Global concerns around the world will be addressed in this forum. In the footage published by the Prime Minister’s Office, we can see the moment when the head of the …
A 28 year old arrested in Lezha for drug trafficking in Italy
A 28-year-old man was arrested in Lezha, with the aim of extradition to Italy. According to the police, the young man from Puka was wanted internationally by the Italian authorities as part of a criminal organization for the trafficking of narcotics. In 2023, the Court of Bologna assigned the security …
Our solidarity with Ukraine, the most natural thing”, Rama in Prague: A dispute cannot be resolved with an army
“There is no interest or need to see Russia as an ally as long as in Russia the dream of a certain variant of imperialism either in the old or the new way will not disappear. We are the only country in Europe that since 1990 there has not been …
Rama: Western Balkans in EU is not an expansion, but a union
“We are Europeans. I have a slightly different approach to Alexander’s as to who was the biggest promoter of expansion over the last two years, it was not Emmanuel but Vladimir. Europe needed Vladimir to attack Ukraine so that it would no longer be taken away because the Western Balkans …
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 …
Papers highlight Albania’s transformation since 1990s – with population growth limited to a few urban centres and most municipalities housing shrinking, elderly communities. Original post Here
TIRANA, August 14 – Albania has digitized its visa application process through the e-Visa system. The system allows foreign nationals who need a visa to apply and track their applications online. Besmir Meta, an IT specialist at the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, said the National Agency of Information …
TIRANA, August 14 – Banks lowered interest rates on several major lending segments during the second quarter of the year. However, consumer loans and euro-denominated mortgages for individuals followed a different trend. Bank of Albania data show that the average rate on new ALL loans fell to 6.3%, from 6.5% …
TIRANA, August 14 – Startups supported through Albania’s grant scheme in 2024-2025 have increased their activity, employment, revenue and number of clients. Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj shared data on the performance of the businesses after receiving grant funding. She said Startup Albania supports Albanian startups through the grant …
TIRANA, August 14 – Major foreign currencies recorded slight movements against the ALL, according to the Bank of Albania’s official exchange rate. The euro fell by 0.09 ALL from the previous day and trades at €1 = 92.92 ALL. Meanwhile, the British pound declined by 0.22 ALL and trades at …
TIRANA, August 14 – Albania has welcomed the signing of the Social Security Agreement between the two countries by Polish President Karol Nawrocki. The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs said the agreement marks an important step for Albanian citizens. It allows them to have their employment periods recognized and …
TIRANA, August 14 – Butrint hosted the first information session on the Community Grants Scheme, an initiative of the Albanian-American Development Foundation (AADF) and the Butrint Management Foundation (BMF). The scheme supports new initiatives and existing projects that aim to create a positive impact in the local community. Individuals, local …
TIRANA, August 14 – Mother Teresa made her first visit to Albania on August 14-17, 1989. The country still lived under communist rule, while her religious and humanitarian work made her a sensitive figure for the Albanian authorities. Officials classified the visit as private. Marie Goreti, an Albanian-born nun from …
TIRANA, August 14 – The road to Vlora offers more than access to the coast. It also gives visitors the chance to enjoy panoramic views along the journey. At the heights of Kanina, tourists can stop and admire Vlora and its bay. The viewpoint offers a wide panorama stretching from …
TIRANA, August 14 – Saranda has emerged as a positive example of public beach management during the current tourist season. The city has increased public access and introduced approved, balanced fees. Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Blendi Gonxhja said the number of public beach plots and stations has increased …