Kurbin police’s chief arrested for helping in drug boss’s illegal transport
Head of Kurbin’s police station, Dritan Metaj that got arrested a day ago at request of Special Prosecution and Organized Crime (SPAK), turns out to have had an important role in the criminal group of drug trafficking in Fushë Kuqe. Local media reported that Metaj performed the role of transporting …
Albanian ex-fighter of KLA released from prison after war crimes charges
Former fighter of the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA), Dritan Goxhaj, arrested a few months ago in Tirana, has been released from prison. Court of Appeal opposed this Tuesday the decision of the First Instance, taken on September 19, for the extradition of the former fighter of the Liberation Army to …
Armed clash over property dispute prevented in Shkodra
A conflict over property reasons between two families, in which 4 people were involved, has been prevented this Tuesday by the police of Shkodra. A 53-year-old man was arrested, while his son was declared wanted. From the investigations so far, it is suspected that the 53-year-old man and his 27-year-old …
Tirana, young man arrested on drug charges
A 28-year-old man has been handcuffed this Tuesday by the police in Tirana in the framework of “Tempulli” operation, bringing the number of those arrested to 97. His arrest was made possible on “Vangjush Furxhi” street after the court ordered “Arrest in prison” for “Production and sale of narcotics”. Previously, …
Man arrested in Tirana for embezzling money through fraud
A 54-year-old man has been arrested this Tuesday in Tirana, during the police operation coded “Mandati”. Police revealed that this citizen through fraud, by presenting suspected forged documents, has appropriated different sums of money from different businessmen. Documents were seized as material evidence, which the 54-year-old used for the fraud …
Dead body found in Velipoja shore
A dead body was found Monday morning on the coast of Rrjolli in Velipoja. According to the police, the body belongs to a 70-year-old man from Tirana, who went fishing yesterday with his friends. From the investigations, it is suspected that this citizen died as a result of cardiac arrest. …
Three arrested in Elbasan anti-drug operation
Elbasan police have arrested three citizens as part of the anti-drug operation “Porosia”, as announced this Monday morning. During the operation, about 22 kg of suspected narcotic substance cannabis sativa, 2 shotguns and military ammunition were seized, which were found during the search in the apartment of the wanted citizen …
15 minors questioned after Korca child’s injuring
Police interrogated 15 minors between the ages of 13 and 15, regarding the wounding of the 14-year-old yesterday in Korça. Based on the available information, the group of those involved was large, the individual criminal responsibility for none of those involved has not yet been determined. Questioning of the minors …
Two notorious young thieves arrested in Divjaka
Two young men have been arrested by the police in Divjaka for theft. The two arrested persons, aged 19 and 25, have violently stolen the gold jewelry that she had in the apartment from an elderly woman. The incident took place in the village of Saint Friday and it was …
Three HJC members to be elected out of five judges
High Judicial Council (HJC) will elect this Monday 3 judges, who will be its members for 5 years. HJC members, whose term ends in December are two in the ranks of the Court of First Instance, Marçela Shehu and Brikena Ukperaj, and Dritan Hallunaj is leaving the ranks of the …
Preparatory works for construction of a resort linked to Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner, which helped spark Albania’s ongoing demonstrations, have been suspended – but they’ve left their mark on this protected habitat. Original post Here
Minister of Economy and Innovation Delina Ibrahimaj has stressed the importance of respecting copyright. She said it is not only a legal obligation but also a key way to support creativity, innovation, and fair competition. In a social media message, Ibrahimaj noted that people enjoy music, films, books, photographs, and …
Kosovo has appointed Lieutenant Colonel Fatbardha Osaj as its new Defence Attaché to Albania. She officially assumed her post in Tirana, becoming the first woman to hold this position. The Ministry of Defence of Kosovo described the appointment as an important institutional milestone. It said the decision reflects the ministry’s …
TIRANA, June 30 – The Military Meteorological Service said Albania will be affected by relatively unstable weather conditions on Tuesday. Meanwhile, the day will start mostly clear. Later, cloud cover will increase from moderate to locally dense, especially in the eastern areas. In addition, local rainfall will develop across much …
TIRANA, June 30 – Hysni Gucati leads the Organization of Veterans of the Kosova Liberation Army (KLA). He spoke about the lack of a Law on War Values. He said this gap allows individuals to speak on behalf of the former armed group. Meanwhile, he said authorities should not use …
TIRANA, June 30 – German media outlet HolidayCheck reports that Albania is emerging as one of Europe’s most attractive holiday destinations. It highlights the coastline along the Adriatic and Ionian Seas. The report points to the Albanian Riviera, especially areas south of Vlora and the Ksamil region, as key tourist …
TIRANA, June 30 – Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha said Albania is experiencing one of the most important periods in its foreign policy history and now enjoys its highest level of international respect and credibility. In a social media post, Hoxha said he reached that conclusion after nearly four months in …
TIRANA, June 30 – Albania’s cultural heritage will take center stage in London through the universal language of art as the National Theatre of Opera and Ballet announced that the National Folk Songs and Dances Ensemble will perform in the United Kingdom for the first time. The performance will take …
Researchers from Albania and abroad gathered in Tirana for an international scientific conference to examine the political persecution carried out by Albania’s former State Security service (Sigurimi) between 1944 and 1991. The event highlighted the importance of archival documents in studying the country’s communist past. Opening the conference, AIDSSH Chair …
TIRANA, June 30 – President Bajram Begaj signed into law the Penal Amnesty Law, approving legislation previously passed by Parliament. The law provides immediate release for 380 inmates. It also reduces the remaining sentences of about 900 other prisoners. Under the law, all men sentenced to up to 3 years …