Two Albanians are extradited from Germany and the United Kingdom
Two Albanians have been extradited to Albania from Germany and the United Kingdom. 34-year-old Abedin Bacja was extradited from Germany. He was sentenced to 5 years imprisonment by the Court of Durres, for the criminal offense “Illegal Deprivation of Liberty”. This person, in 2013, the citizen Abedin Bacja and 2 …
Balla: To improve the legislation on cyberbullying
Interior Minister Taulant Balla participated in the conference for the presentation of the Feminicide Observatory in Albania. On International Women’s Day, Balla called for women and girls not to remain silent but to denounce violence. He also said that this is an issue that requires a lot of attention and …
A woman was killed on “Mother’s Day” in Delvina
An accident happened in Delvina in the early hours of the morning. A 58-year-old Shkendije Halili, was hit by a vehicle. She was transported in a serious condition to the Saranda emergency room, but unfortunately lost her life. /abcnews.al […] Read More… Original post Here
The hearing session begins, the former prime minister and his son-in-law demand release from arrest
The next court session for the former prime minister, Sali Berisha, for the lifting of the “house arrest” measure, is taking place in the Special Court. Because Berisha refused to sign the summons for the day and time of the session, judge Irera Gjoka gave time to the lawyers to …
The office of the Prosecutor begins investigations for violence against Prince Leka
The Prosecutor’s Office of Tirana has registered the criminal report for domestic violence after Prince Leka’s report. Also, the source, who published the video of the clash between the two ex-husbands, will also pass through the sieve of the Prosecutor’s Office. Initially, suspicions about the distribution of the video fall …
Begins the session, the Parliament is expected to vote on the law on strategic investments
The opposition in Parliament protested again this Thursday, trying to block session and not allow the vote of the project-laws on the list to be voted. Democrat MP, Gazment Bardhi accused the vice speaker of Parliament, Ermonela Felaj for abuse as according to him, the session should not be continue …
Gëzim Cela, the ‘Drug Baron’ extradited under high security measures in Albania
Gezim Cela, known in Albania as the ‘drug baron’ was extradited this Thursday to Albania from Kosovo. Çela was arrested on December last year in Kosovo, where he was hiding after being declared wanted. He was declared wanted last August, after police couldn’t arrest him during the operation ‘Flames on …
137 years ago was opened the first Albanian School
In all Albanian territories, March 7 is celebrated today, Teacher’s Day, an event of educational and cultural importance, where everyone remembers the first teachers of Albanian letters. Teacher’s Day is accompanied by festive activities in every school in the country, while students and parents find the opportunity to express gratitude …
Gunshots in Lezha, one injured
Gunshots in the village of Rrile in Lezha. Agron Puka, 54, was injured. The incident happened near the school, as soon as the 54-year-old left the children at the entrance of the school in the village of Rrilë. Journalist Gjergj Figuri told “ABC News” that the injured man was transported …
Fight between two brothers, they hit each other with an axe
A serious incident happened in Lushnje. It has been learned that two brothers have ended up in the hospital, after having a conflict by hitting each other with an axe. One of them shot the other with an ax, while the latter shot him with a firearm. According to police …
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TIRANA, July 31 – Ardi Veliu, chief executive officer of Albania’s state-owned defense company KAYO, said the delivery of the first 40 NATO-standard tactical vehicles produced in Albania marks an important step for the country’s defense industry. The company Timak Defence produced the vehicles, which include 35 light tactical vehicles …
Tourism, Culture and Sport Minister Blendi Gonxhja announced that Albania will halt construction works and related activities in tourist areas during the summer season. The Council of Ministers approved the measure to improve visitors’ experiences and protect the quality of the tourist season. The decision will prevent construction activities from …
TIRANA, July 31 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania aims to equip its Armed Forces with military vehicles and capabilities produced in the country by 2028. Rama made the statement during a ceremony where the Armed Forces received the first 40 tactical vehicles produced in Albania by Timak Defence …
TIRANA, July 31 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania is developing new defence industry capacities. He said the country plans to produce intelligent drones and advanced military equipment. Rama spoke at the ceremony for the delivery of tactical vehicles from “Timak Defence”. He said Albania would soon present more …
TIRANA, July 31 – Deputy chair of the Special Commission for Administrative-Territorial Reform, Arbjan Mazniku, said the proposed territorial division aims to consolidate municipalities and improve public services. He added that the reform will preserve the standards achieved through the current system. Presenting the main elements of the draft reform, …
TIRANA, July 31 – The US Senate approved a procedural resolution that allows a group vote on 74 nominations from the American administration, including Eric Wendt’s candidacy for ambassador to Albania, according to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee website. The resolution passed with 50 votes in favor and 47 against, …
TIRANA, July 31 – Authorities continue inspections along coastal areas to ensure the proper use of public spaces and compliance with beach management standards. Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja said the National Coastline Agency and municipalities are carrying out inspections in Himara to protect public beach areas. Meanwhile, …
TIRANA, July 31 – Online misinformation and digital violence against children were the focus of the latest meeting of the Public Safety Local Council in Elbasan. Local institutions and partners discussed measures under the School Safety Package 2026-2027. They also presented the “Raporto Tani” (Report Now) application, which aims to …
Tourism Minister Blendi Gonxhja said Albania is reshaping its tourism policies to improve service quality and extend the tourist season throughout the year. He explained that the country is following the National Tourism Strategy and introducing new measures to strengthen sustainable tourism development. Furthermore, Gonxhja highlighted cultural tourism as a …