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Bribery for the tender to the Ministry of Health, GJKKO leaves in prison the engineer

The Court of Special Appeals, this Friday, has upheld the security measure of prison arrest for Silvi Shehu, the engineer of Vladimir Topi’s company, who was arrested on suspicion of corrupting the secretary of the Ministry of Health, Joana Duro. Three days after the arrest, the court released its owner, …

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Double murder in Dukagjin, causes still a mystery

A tragedy happen yesterday in Dukagjin, where father and son were executed with firearms in their native village. Journalist Simon Shkreli reports for ABC News that the police are on the scene and are working to collect information related to the clues regarding the murder of the father and son, …

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Court session on man who punched ex-PM postponed

Hearing in the Court of Tirana for Gerti Shehu, who punched former Prime Minister Sali Berisha on December 6 of last year, the day the EU Summit was held in Tirana, has been postponed to July 20. Reason for the postponement was the absence in the session of the victim …

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Rama: Cadastre services only online since 3rd July

From July 3, there will be no more counters for services in the Cadastre, Prime Minister Rama announced Friday, revealing that the Cadastre will now be a window through e-Albania where everyone will be able to be equal and receive the services they need. In his speech, the Head of …

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Albania Detains 45 in Anti-Drugs Bust Focused on Elbasan

Albanian police declared on Thursday that an anti-drugs operation had resulted in 45 people being arrested while seven more are declared wanted. Original post Here

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Police once again controls at the Mujahideen camp in Durres

This Thursday morning, the police controlled again MEK camp in Manez, Durres. Journalist Leonidha Musaj reports for ABC News that police forces are stationed at the entrance to Camp Ashraf 3 and are checking all vehicles leaving the camp. Meanwhile, we remember that a week ago in this camp due …

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Police “surrounds” Elbasan, Rapid Intervention Force looking for Talo Çela

Elbasan continues to be armored by the Rapid Intervention Force. This action, which is spread throughout the city, focuses on the identification and capture of the most recent criminal elements. Talo Çela is a nationally and internationally wanted person and is accused of the criminal offenses “Murder of a police …

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Kosovo, a police checkpoint in North is attacked with a stun grenade

The police checkpoint at the “Three Skyscrapers” in North of Mitrovica was partially burned by a powerful explosion that is suspected to be from a stun grenad  but luckily no one was injured. The incident happened today around 3:15 am on Thursday, while at the time of the explosion the …

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50 arrested by Rapid Intervention Force in Elbasan

New details are learned about the Police and Rapid Intervention Force operation in the city of Elbasan.  It is reported that 50 people have been arrested, while most of them are suspected of being involved in the production and sale of narcotics. The action started at midnight and the city …

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One injured in Korça-Pogradec road car accident

Another accident happened today on the road axis, Pogradec – Korçë.  At the entrance to the city of Maliqi, a “Golf” type vehicle overtook a pedestrian who was crossing from one side of the road to the other. According to the witnesses of the event, the ambulance arrived very late, …

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“The End of the Golemis” premieres at National Theatre of Opera and Ballet after six decades

TIRANA, May 29 – “The End of the Golemis”, the Albanian opera by composer Nikolla Zoraqi, premiered on Thursday evening at the National Theatre of Opera, Ballet and Folk Ensemble. The monumental Albanian work returned to the stage more than six decades after its creation. The opera brings themes of …

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Dom Nikollë Kaçorri, signatory of Independence Act and key figure of Albanian state

TIRANA, May 29 – Albania on Thursday commemorated the anniversary of the death of Dom Nikollë Kaçorri, the patriot, cleric and signatory of the Albanian Declaration of Independence, who died on May 29, 1917. Kaçorri was born in Krej-Lura in 1862 and received his education in European institutions. He graduated …

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Spring Festival nears as artists complete final rehearsals

TIRANA, May 29 – The Spring Festival entered its final preparation phase ahead of the June 6-7 shows on Albanian Public Radio and Television. Meanwhile, organisers published the 20 competing songs on the broadcaster’s official YouTube channel on May 28. The songs drew hundreds of views and reactions within hours …

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Digital transformation saves 600 billion ALL as Albanian Digital Solutions opens new innovation phase

TIRANA, May 29 – Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj presented Albanian Digital Solutions on Friday as a new public structure for digital innovation and public services. Prime Minister Edi Rama also attended the event. Meanwhile, Ibrahimaj said Albania has built one of the region’s most advanced electronic governance systems. …

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Italy backs Albania’s European Union integration, FM Hoxha says after Rome meeting

TIRANA, May 29 – Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha held an official visit to Rome, where Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani received him at Palazzo della Farnesina. Meanwhile, Hoxha described the meeting as highly important in a post on X. He said Albania and Italy share a …

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Mediterranean Cinema Returns to Tirana with Four Nights at Agimi Art Center

The Tirana Mediterranean Film Festival (TMFF) returns for its second edition from 28 to 31 May 2026 in Tirana. The festival focuses on Mediterranean cinema and promotes cultural exchange and artistic dialogue. It hosts screenings, masterclasses, discussions, and meetings with film professionals. All events take place at the Agimi Art …

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Stradner: Congressional visit signals renewed United States commitment to stability in Western Balkans

TIRANA, May 29 – Two United States congress members visited the Western Balkans last week. The trip signaled renewed United States commitment to peace and stability in the region. Ivana Stradner from the Foundation for Defense of Democracies in Washington made this assessment. She referred to Republican congressman Keith Self …

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State Minister Demo meets Venice Commission delegation, focus on strengthening democratic standards

TIRANA, May 29 – Minister of State for Local Government Ervin Demo on Friday met a delegation from the Venice Commission during a visit to Tirana. Meanwhile, Demo said in a social media post that the meeting focused on strengthening democratic standards, transparency and institutional accountability, describing these principles as …

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German Ambassador Karl Bergner: Independent Justice Essential for Albania’s EU Progress

TIRANA, May 29 – Ambassador of Germany to Albania Karl Bergner said at an event that an independent, professional and efficient justice system remains a central and necessary condition for Albania’s progress toward European Union membership. He added that meeting the interim benchmarks for accession, recently confirmed, represents recognition of …

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Tirana to host Albanian Doctors Federation in Europe congress on health system challenges

TIRANA, May 29 – Tirana will host on Saturday the 27th Congress of the Federation of Albanian Doctors in Europe (AMFE). The event will gather dozens of Albanian doctors from Europe, the United States and the region. German public health authorities recognise the congress. It provides 11 professional credits. The …

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“The End of the Golemis” premieres at National Theatre of Opera and Ballet after six decades

TIRANA, May 29 – “The End of the Golemis”, the Albanian opera by composer Nikolla Zoraqi, premiered on Thursday evening at the National Theatre of Opera, Ballet and Folk Ensemble. The monumental Albanian work returned to the stage more than six decades after its creation. The opera brings themes of …

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Dom Nikollë Kaçorri, signatory of Independence Act and key figure of Albanian state

TIRANA, May 29 – Albania on Thursday commemorated the anniversary of the death of Dom Nikollë Kaçorri, the patriot, cleric and signatory of the Albanian Declaration of Independence, who died on May 29, 1917. Kaçorri was born in Krej-Lura in 1862 and received his education in European institutions. He graduated …

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Spring Festival nears as artists complete final rehearsals

TIRANA, May 29 – The Spring Festival entered its final preparation phase ahead of the June 6-7 shows on Albanian Public Radio and Television. Meanwhile, organisers published the 20 competing songs on the broadcaster’s official YouTube channel on May 28. The songs drew hundreds of views and reactions within hours …

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Digital transformation saves 600 billion ALL as Albanian Digital Solutions opens new innovation phase

TIRANA, May 29 – Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj presented Albanian Digital Solutions on Friday as a new public structure for digital innovation and public services. Prime Minister Edi Rama also attended the event. Meanwhile, Ibrahimaj said Albania has built one of the region’s most advanced electronic governance systems. …

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Italy backs Albania’s European Union integration, FM Hoxha says after Rome meeting

TIRANA, May 29 – Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha held an official visit to Rome, where Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani received him at Palazzo della Farnesina. Meanwhile, Hoxha described the meeting as highly important in a post on X. He said Albania and Italy share a …

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Mediterranean Cinema Returns to Tirana with Four Nights at Agimi Art Center

The Tirana Mediterranean Film Festival (TMFF) returns for its second edition from 28 to 31 May 2026 in Tirana. The festival focuses on Mediterranean cinema and promotes cultural exchange and artistic dialogue. It hosts screenings, masterclasses, discussions, and meetings with film professionals. All events take place at the Agimi Art …

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Stradner: Congressional visit signals renewed United States commitment to stability in Western Balkans

TIRANA, May 29 – Two United States congress members visited the Western Balkans last week. The trip signaled renewed United States commitment to peace and stability in the region. Ivana Stradner from the Foundation for Defense of Democracies in Washington made this assessment. She referred to Republican congressman Keith Self …

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State Minister Demo meets Venice Commission delegation, focus on strengthening democratic standards

TIRANA, May 29 – Minister of State for Local Government Ervin Demo on Friday met a delegation from the Venice Commission during a visit to Tirana. Meanwhile, Demo said in a social media post that the meeting focused on strengthening democratic standards, transparency and institutional accountability, describing these principles as …

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German Ambassador Karl Bergner: Independent Justice Essential for Albania’s EU Progress

TIRANA, May 29 – Ambassador of Germany to Albania Karl Bergner said at an event that an independent, professional and efficient justice system remains a central and necessary condition for Albania’s progress toward European Union membership. He added that meeting the interim benchmarks for accession, recently confirmed, represents recognition of …

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Tirana to host Albanian Doctors Federation in Europe congress on health system challenges

TIRANA, May 29 – Tirana will host on Saturday the 27th Congress of the Federation of Albanian Doctors in Europe (AMFE). The event will gather dozens of Albanian doctors from Europe, the United States and the region. German public health authorities recognise the congress. It provides 11 professional credits. The …