Kurti Meets Armenian PM, Calls for Alliance of Democracies
Kosovo’s acting Prime Minister Albin Kurti met Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan during a bilateral meeting in Yerevan. Kurti thanked Armenia for its contribution to KFOR through its armed forces and for the growing cooperation between the two countries. He also expressed appreciation for the invitation to the “Yerevan Dialogue” …
Albania Honors Franz Nopcsa on 149th Birth Anniversary
Albania’s Academy of Sciences marked the 149th anniversary of the birth of Franz Nopcsa, a renowned paleontologist, geologist and one of the most important figures in Albanology. Franz Nopcsa was born on 3 May 1877 in Transylvania, then part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, into an aristocratic family of Romanian origin. …
Begaj Calls for Stronger Road Safety Measures After Durrës Accident
President Bajram Begaj expressed deep shock over the fatal accident in Durrës, where two children died and another was seriously injured. He called on responsible institutions to strengthen road safety measures and conduct a full investigation into the incident. Begaj said he prays for the souls of the victims and …
Rama Mourns Durrës Crash, Sends Condolences to Victims’ Families
Prime Minister Edi Rama reacted to the tragic accident in Durrës, where two children died and another was seriously injured. Rama expressed condolences to the families who lost their children and wished a full recovery for the injured child who remains in hospital. He said he learned about the tragedy …
Rama Attends European Political Community Summit in Armenia
Prime Minister Edi Rama attends the 8th European Political Community Summit in Armenia and joins leaders in talks on strengthening European cooperation. Rama joins the welcome dinner hosted by Armenian President Vahagn Khachaturyan and Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan. The summit gathers 48 heads of state and government on May 4–5 …
Kurti Travels to Armenia to Join European Political Community Summit
Kosovo’s acting Prime Minister Albin Kurti travels to Armenia on an official visit to attend the European Political Community Summit. Kurti participates in the summit in Yerevan and holds high-level meetings with participating state leaders and officials. He joins European leaders in discussions on regional cooperation and strategic issues. Kurti …
Balla Marks World Press Freedom Day and Defends Media Freedom
Taulant Balla marks World Press Freedom Day and highlights the importance of journalists and media workers in democratic life. Balla praises the professionalism and dedication of journalists in informing the public and supporting transparency. He warns that misinformation spreads widely at a global level and says independent journalism faces increasing …
Entrepreneurs Promote Albanian Tourism from Vlora to Lura, Rama Highlights Projects
Prime Minister Edi Rama hosts entrepreneur Ergys Vladi on the “Flasim” podcast, where they discuss initiatives promoting Albanian tourism from Vlora to Lura. Vladi presents the “Leaders on Tour” community, which connects entrepreneurs and CEOs through sports activities and networking events. He says the platform brings together around 2,000 members …
Albania Remembers Composer Agim Krajka on His Legacy
Albania remembers composer Agim Krajka and highlights his lasting contribution to national music and culture. Agim Krajka is born on 3 May 1937 in Kavajë and grows up in a family originally from Dibra. He develops an early passion for music, inspired by his father, a multi-instrumentalist. He studies music …
Rama Travels to Armenia for European Political Community Summit
Prime Minister Edi Rama travels to Yerevan, Armenia, to attend the European Political Community Summit. Rama shares a video from Berlin, where he opens a personal exhibition as part of the “Gallery Weekend” cultural event. He says international cultural circles show strong interest in Albania and its creative scene. Rama …
Prime Minister Edi Rama has announced a new legislative package aimed at combating violence and urban anarchy, a day after Saturday’s protest in Tirana, which was marked by clashes, Molotov cocktail attacks on institutions, and damage to public and private property. Rama stressed that the package is based on the …
Prime Minister Edi Rama, while presenting the new legislative package against violence and urban anarchy, outlined the six instruments included in the package, focusing particularly on compensation for affected businesses and financial liability for damage caused during public gatherings. Rama stressed that the main principle of the package is that …
Prime Minister Edi Rama has stated that the new legislative package against violence and urban anarchy does not undermine citizens’ freedoms and rights, stressing that protesting and opposing the government are rights that must be guaranteed. Rama said he is willing to listen to citizens who have objections to the …
Prime Minister Edi Rama, during a statement today on the new legislative amendments concerning public gatherings, explained that the measures provide for security perimeters around sensitive sites and allow police to restrict gatherings for up to 72 hours near educational and healthcare institutions, as well as places of worship. “For …
The protest, which initially began outside the Ministry of Education, has moved to Dëshmorët e Kombit Boulevard, in front of the Prime Minister’s Office. Upon arriving at the site, tensions escalated once again. Protesters grabbed and smashed the “dialogue chairs” placed outside the Prime Minister’s Office by Prime Minister Edi …
Prime Minister Edi Rama has accused those behind violent protests of seeking to destabilize Albania and divert the country’s path toward the future. Speaking at a joint press conference with Interior Minister Ervin Demo, Rama alleged that organized crime and foreign actors stood behind the violent element of the protests. …
Clashes between protesters and police spread across Tirana on Saturday after a student protest began outside the Ministry of Education at 2 p.m. Some demonstrators threw stones at the building and police officers, prompting police to respond with water cannons and tear gas. Protesters then moved to Skanderbeg Square and …
The European Union has welcomed Kosovo President Justina Shiroka Pula’s decision to return the Law on the Kosovo Specialist Chambers in The Hague to Parliament for reconsideration, adding that it expects to be consulted if discussions on the legislation resume. “The EU has consistently expressed deep concern about the initiative …
Protesters mobilized by the Democratic Party (DP) set fire to the seats placed by Prime Minister Edi Rama outside the government building as an invitation for dialogue. Prime Minister Edi Rama responded in a post on his Facebook page, accusing the Democratic Party of “urban terror.” “And here comes the …
Euronews is broadcasting Saturday’s protest in Tirana live, reporting that opposition supporters and students have mobilized in the Albanian capital. According to authorities, 2,500 police officers have been deployed across the streets of Tirana. Protesters took to the streets of the capital on Saturday, as police used water cannons and …