Reconciliation with Serbia biggest compromise Kosovo can make, PM Haradinaj
Kosovo Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj talking on Kosovo-Serbia dialogue, as one of the main topics of the EU-Western Balkans summit in Sofia, said reconciliation with Serbia is not an easy compromise for Kosovo. Original post Here
Merkel’s vision is guarantee for Kosovo’s EU perspective, says President Thaci
Kosovo President Hashim Thaci who is attending the EU-Western Balkans summit in Sofia, Bulgaria met on Thursday in the margins of the summit German Chancellor, Angela Merkel. Original post Here
Thaci from Sofia summit: Kosovo ready for final phase of dialogue with Serbia
Kosovo President Hashim Thaci who is attending the European Union-Western Balkans summit in Sofia said that Kosovo is ready for the final phase of the dialogue with Serbia and visa liberalisation with the EU. He made these comments attending the European Union and Western Balkans summit in Sofia, Bulgaria. The …
Hahn from Sofia: Binding normalisation between Kosovo-Serbia key for regional stability
The European Union-Western Balkans summit has started today in Sofia, Bulgaria. Original post Here
Former Kosovo MP Kujtim Pacaku, passes away
Kosovo Roma writer and politician Kujtim Pacaku passed away on Wednesday. He was 59. Speaker of Parliament Kadri Veseli expressed condolences to his family and his colleagues. Original post Here
President Thaci asks Greek PM Tsipras to support Kosovo
Kosovo President Hashim Thaci met on Thursday in the margins of the European Union-Western Balkans Summit in Sofia, with Greek Prime Minister, Alexis Tsipras. Original post Here
Thaci, Vucic, Mogherini meet in Sofia
Kosovo President, Hashim Thaci, after arriving in Sofia (Bulgaria) when he is expected to attend EU-Western Balkans Sumit, has met the EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini, and Serbian President, Aleksandar Vucic. Original post Here
New Slovak Prime Minister says his country will not change its stance on Kosovo
New Slovak Prime Minister, Peter Pellegrini, said in Parliament in Bratislava ahead of the EU-Western Balkans Summit of Sofia set to be held on 17-18 May, that nobody is asking Slovakia to recognise the independence of Kosovo. Original post Here
Kosovo ending last mile to visa free regime, says DPM Hoxhaj
Kosovo Deputy Prime Minister, Enver Hoxhaj, has concluded his official visit to Brussels when during meetings with the EU senior officials discussed visa liberalisation for Kosovo. Original post Here
Kosovo Foreign Minister Joins FIDE’s President Team Kirsan Ilyumzhinov
Kosovo Deputy Prime Minister, Behgjet Pacolli, has decided to join the team of the World Chess Federation (FIDE) head Kirsan Ilyumzhinov, who in the west is known as controversial Russian politician, and close ally of Russian President, Vladimir Putin. Original post Here
The International Commission on Missing Persons has gathered evidence of a series of sites believed to have been used by Albania’s Communist regime to bury the bodies of political opponents, and is calling on the authorities to launch excavations. Original post Here
TIRANA, April 3 – Justice Minister Toni Gogu met with the chief of the Special Anti-Corruption Structure, Klodjan Braho, to discuss the functioning of Albania’s justice system. The talks focused on inter-institutional cooperation in key areas. Gogu highlighted improving the legal framework, strengthening institutional capacities, providing infrastructure support, and increasing …
TIRANA, April 3 – The customs point in Saranda is set to become more efficient and functional. The director general of customs, Besmir Beja, highlighted the importance of strengthening operations at the site. Staff were urged to maintain high standards, follow procedures, and cooperate closely across structures. The goal is …
TIRANA, April 3 – The Royal Illyrian Tombs of Lower Selca attract scholars and tourists each year. They are located in the Mokra region, between Pogradec and Korça in southeastern Albania. The site is one of the Balkans’ most significant archaeological complexes. It was discovered accidentally during the communist era. …
TIRANA, April 3 – Interior Minister Besfort Lamallari confirmed that Albanian police have increased security measures at critical sites for some time. He spoke during a press briefing addressing the US embassy’s recent security advisory. Lamallari said the embassy notice is standard and mirrors similar alerts in other countries, including …
Before the 1990s, Albania did not treat tourism as a strong economic sector. The government mainly used it as propaganda to show foreign visitors the achievements of the communist state. During the regime, few foreigners entered Albania. The government strictly controlled visits after World War II. Officials monitored not only …
TIRANA, April 3 – Elbasan University “Aleksandër Xhuvani” has achieved a major international milestone. Its rector, Professor Elvira Fetahu, has been elected president of the Balkan Universities Alliance for 2028. The university described the election as a significant achievement. It highlights the institution’s growing role in strengthening academic cooperation across …
TIRANA, April 3 – Albania continues alignment with the European family, focusing on justice, freedom, and security. The Ministry of Interior outlined concrete steps and results under Chapter 24. Interior Minister Besfort Lamallari said EU membership is not only an economic and social project. He described it as a security …
TIRANA, April 3 – Kosova’s government has approved a draft law introducing temporary measures on essential products during market instability. The initiative aims to prevent price increases for basic goods during global crises. Prime Minister Albin Kurti said the law responds to repeated price shocks and market uncertainty. He stressed …
TIRANA, April 3 – On 1 April, the United Center in Chicago hosted a unique cultural event during the NBA game between the Chicago Bulls and Indiana Pacers. The event, Night of Albanian Heritage, was organised by the Albanian-American community in Illinois. The community said the event marked a first …