Drug dealer arrested in Golem
An 18-year-old man was arrested after selling narcotics cocaine and cannabis in Golem beach bars. According to the data, the arrested person is Marsel Rusi, from the city of Korça. During the action, a quantity of these narcotics was seized, divided into doses ready for sale, as well as a …
As Western Balkans seek more financial assurances, EU Commission requests 2 billion euros in additional funds
TIRANA, June 30, 2023 – The European Commission, EU’s executive arm, has requested additional funds for the Western Balkan region during the review of the medium-term financial framework, looking for 2 billion euros more to supplement its already hefty financial contribution to a region that is slowly moving toward EU …
Woman stabbed by husband dies in hospital
Marjola Myrtollari, who was injured on June 4 of this year in Korça, by her husband Aleko Myrtollari, has passed away. The perpetrator Aleko Myrtollari stabbed his wife and then left the scene. He surrendered after two days. It is now expected that the prosecution will also change the charge …
Battle for Balkan Cybersecurity: Threats and Implications of Biometrics and Digital Identity
A surge in cyberattacks, particularly phishing and ransomware, has left Balkan countries to improve their defences against cybercrime, BIRN research shows. Original post Here
Two injured in Lezhë-Milot triple car crash
A triple accident happened this Friday morning on the Lezhë-Milot highway. Due to the crash, two people were injured, who were sent to Lezha hospital for check-up. As a result of the accident, traffic was created on this road axis. On its part, the investigative group is at the scene …
Youth dies due to heart attack
A 20-year-old man died in the Korça Hospital this Friday morning. According to the information, the young man had felt bad in a bar in Bilisht and was rushed to Korça Hospital, where he died. Meanwhile, forensic expertise is awaited to determine the cause of the 20-year-old’s death. Police sources …
Shkodra house engulfed by flames
A house was engulfed in flames this Friday morning in Shkoder. According to the information, it is learned that the incident took place on the fourth floor of a building in the Parruca neighborhood. Meanwhile, it is known that the house was rented by a family with four members who …
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, …
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, …
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 …
A new Franco-German proposal is heralding a possible new approach to the European bloc’s enlargement process – and leaving the door open for Kosovo. But it was Serbia’s president who grabbed the headlines at the latest EU-Balkans summit. Original post Here
Digitrips/L’Écho: Albania ranked most affordable Mediterranean destination in ticket price barometer
TIRANA, June 9 – Albania stands out as one of the most attractive summer 2026 destinations, not only for its coastline and landscapes but also for increasingly competitive travel costs, Anna Duplantis writes in an article published by the French media outlet “Ulysse”. In addition, a price barometer by Digitrips …
TIRANA, June 9 – Swiss Ambassador to Albania Ruth Huber said Switzerland strongly supports reforms that place vocational education and training at the centre of social and economic development in Albania. She made the statement during the 3rd National Conference on Vocational Education and Training, where participants discussed reform results. …
TIRANA, June 9 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania’s success in tourism has triggered growing interest from foreign capital and international businesses to invest in the country. He made the remarks during the 3rd National Conference on Vocational Education and Training. Meanwhile, Rama rejected claims that foreign investors come …
The most important political text of the 21st century comes not from politicians but from Pope Leo XIV by Milena Harito I am an atheist, but today I can do nothing but thank Pope Leo XIV, who with his first encyclical, wrote the most reasonable and meaningful political text I …
TIRANA, June 9 – Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Blendi Gonxhja shared images on social media showing progress in the restoration of Turan Tower. He described it as a monument of special historical and architectural importance. Meanwhile, he said restoration and consolidation work continues on the monument. He said …
TIRANA, June 9 – Tirana will host the 2028 annual meeting of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, a major international event expected to bring together financial institution leaders, government representatives, investors, and development partners from dozens of countries. Meanwhile, Deputy Finance Minister Endrit Yzeiraj announced the decision at …
Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja highlighted record figures at Tirana International Airport and warned that political uncertainty could affect both tourism and the national economy. According to Gonxhja, the airport recorded its highest daily traffic on May 30. On that day, 51,420 passengers traveled through the airport, while …
TIRANA, June 9 – German Ambassador to Albania Karl Bergner highlighted the key role of vocational education in economic development at the National Conference on Vocational Education and Training. The conference discussed the results of the reform and the “Skills 2030” vision for skills development and employment growth. Meanwhile, Bergner …
TIRANA, June 9 – Prime Minister Edi Rama told Reuters that plans for an investment in Zvërnec, led by Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner, will continue despite ongoing protests. He said parts of the resort may open to the public before the end of the decade. Meanwhile, Rama said Albania …