Former PM of Kosovo: Our partners do not trust as before
Former Prime Minister Isa Mustafa still sees the situation in the north of Kosovo as fragile. In a direct conversation with the studio of Tirana Live, on ABC News, Mustafa said that he does not expect any reflection from today’s meeting between Albin Kurti and US and EU officials, Escobar …
‘Together We Win’ requested a recount of votes in Elbasan
Even after the recount of the ballots in 3 polling centers in Elbasan, at the request of the coalition “Bashkë Fitojmë”, the result for the mayor remains unchanged. The Complaints and Sanctions Commission stated that the result after the re-counting of the sheets was in accordance with the one produced …
Bardhi press conference after the Democratic Party group meeting
At the end of the meeting of the parliamentary group of Democratic Party, Gazment Bardhi announced that the decision made at the meeting will be published by the press office. ABC News learns that until the election of the president, the party will be led by Gazment Bardhi and Jorida …
Dream Vacation? Albania’s Tourism Hopes Risk Being Blighted by Shortages
Albania is jumping up the international tourism rankings – but a chronic lack of infrastructure and workers suggests that the sector’s true potential may not be realised. Original post Here
Pedestrian crashed by careless driver in Lezha
An accident happened this Monday morning on the Lezhë-Shkodër highway, where a vehicle driven by 44-year-old Diana Suli hit a pedestrian at the exit of the city of Lezha. Following the crash, she was immediately sent to the hospital to receive medical assistance and is out of danger. On their …
Escobar, Lajcak to visit Kosovo amid tensions in north
Ruropean Union’s special envoy for dialogue between Kosovo and Serbia, and the US special envoy for the Balkans, Gabriel Escobar, will visit Kosovo this Monday regarding the situation created in the north of the country and on Tuesday they will be in Serbia. In addition to meetings with heads of …
Citizens gather on 11th day of protests in North Kosovo
Protesters in the northern municipalities of the country, Zveçan, Leposaviq and Zubin Potok, have started to gather this Monay in front of the municipal buildings, on the eleventh day of the ongoing rallies. According to the local media, on Sunday night was quiet in these municipalities. Unlike other times, yesterday …
Stabbed his 38-year old wife, police looking for the author
Marjola Myrtollari, the 38-year-old woman who was stabbed by her husband in Korça, is in critical condition. Journalist Roland Beqiraj, referring to sources from the hospital, says that the 38-year-old woman is in serious condition. The police also carried out inspections in the residences of the relatives of the perpetrator …
The family members of Ervis Martinaj goes to the Supreme Court: All the assets are from legal sources
Ervis Martinaj’s family members, since earlier the Special Prosecutor’s Office seized his assets, have appealed to the Supreme Court. They request the removal of the seizure on the claim that the assets were created through legal sources. The case will be heard by the judge of the Supreme Court, Sander …
Stabbed 2 people in Saranda/ Police identified the perpetrator, was arrested 3 times for drug trafficking
A 52-year-old Fatmir Jashari, who stabbed citizens Edmond Sulo, 54 years old and Spiro Llambri, 62 years old, was convicted earlier by the police. Sources for ABC News stated that Jashari, known by the nickname “Radari”, a fisherman by profession, was arrested in Corfu in 2000, after he was carrying …
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 …
The Albanian women’s national team is preparing for its final match in the 2027 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign against Montenegro. The match will be played tomorrow at 19:00 at Loro Boriçi Stadium in Shkodra. After a positive draw against the Czech Republic, the team enters the match with strong …
Archaeologists have uncovered significant remains in Bushat, in Shkodër. They found parts of a large temple. They also uncovered sections of the ancient city wall. In addition, they identified a Late Antique building. First, the discovery came during joint excavations. The University of Tirana’s Department of Archaeology and Cultural Heritage …
TIRANA, June 9 – The Albanian government has launched a market consultation process to select the operator that will provide public passenger rail transport services on the Durrës-Tirana-Tirana International Airport railway line. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Infrastructure and Energy has published a call for expressions of interest. The ministry has …
TIRANA, June 9 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said vocational education in Albania has undergone a major transformation in recent years. He said the sector has moved from a degraded system to an attractive option for young people. Meanwhile, Rama spoke during an event on vocational education and training. He …
TIRANA, June 9 – Health and Social Welfare Minister Evis Sala took part in the 11th World Cancer Forum 2026 organized by The Economist. Participants discussed challenges and solutions for equal access to cancer care across Europe. Meanwhile, Sala said inequalities in cancer treatment cannot be addressed through fragmented reforms. …