Specialist Prosecution Office asks Basic Courts in Kosovo transfer of war crime files
The Hague-based Kosovo Specialist Chambers and Specialist Prosecution Office set up to prosecute alleged war crimes committed by the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) during 1998-2000 has asked basic courts to hand over some of the war crime files dealt by Kosovo judiciary, T7 has learned. Original post Here
Kosovo Army to be created this year, says Speaker of Parliament
Kosovo Parliament Speaker, Kadri Veseli, after meeting chiefs of parliamentary groups on Monday morning said the Army of Kosovo will be created this year. The Parliament’s Presidency proceeded this morning to plenary session a package of laws enabling transformation of the Kosovo Security Force (KSF) into Army of Kosovo. Procedures …
Parliament’s Presidency to decide today on Kosovo Army
Today, the Parliament’s Presidency is expected to proceed to plenary session a package of laws enabling transformation of the Kosovo Security Force (KSF) into Army of Kosovo. Procedures for final adoption of this legislation package are expected to be concluded by the end of November. Original post Here
Kosovo ready for Malta game tonight
Kosovo national team will play tonight against Malta at the “Fadil Vokkrri” stadium in Pristina. Coach Bernard Challandes and captain Samir Ujkani appearing in a press conference on Wednesdaystated that Kosovo can beat Malta this evening. Original post Here
Kosovo Government pledges to build new coal power plant without World Bank support
A day after the World Bank President Jim Yong Kim confirmed that they would not support a planned 500-megawatt (MW) power plant in Kosovo because it would use coal rather than cheaper renewable fuels, the Government of Kosovo is firm to continue implementation of this project. Original post Here
Apostolova urges Kosovo leaders not to raise expectations on waving visas
Kosovo’s Ministry of European Integration launched on Wednesday an awareness campaign on visa liberalisation as the country is making final steps to get visa-free regime with the EU Schengen area. The campaign is aimed at informing citizens what they should expect in terms of rights and obligations under a visa …
Kosovo Democratic Party to elect its leader in December
The Democratic Party of Kosovo (PDK) has started Wednesday its internal election process which will be concluded in December with election of the new leader and other bodies of this party. The news has been confirmed by the PDK deputy chairman, Enver Hoxhaj. Original post Here
Kosovo man convicted of inciting terror
A Kosovo man identified as Rakip Avdyli, has been convicted Wednesday by the Court in Peja to one-and-a-half years in prison found guilty of distributing in Facebook materials in support of ISIS, as well as for inciting the other accused Kreshnik Podvorica to carry out suicide attacks. Original post Here
Kosovo U19s draw 0-0 with Austria in first game of European Qualifiers
The Kosovo U19 national team opened the European Qualification adventure with a goalless draw against the U19 national team of Austria. Original post Here
Kosovo’s PM Haradinaj met Quint ambassadors, discuss visa liberalisation
Kosovo Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj met on Wednesday ambassadors of Quint and Head of the EU Office in Kosovo, Nataliya Apostolova. Original post Here
TIRANA, April 24 – European Union Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos said Albania ranks among the leading countries in the EU accession process. Speaking in an interview with Klan News, she pointed to recent progress and said authorities could soon meet interim benchmarks on rule of law. She added that this …
Albania and Germany concluded Development Cooperation negotiations. They signed a new Cooperation Protocol for 2026–2028. This marks a key step in strengthening their long-term partnership. Eridana Çano, Director General of SASPAC, signed the protocol. Heike Backofen-Warnecke, representative of Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), also signed it. …
Prime Minister Edi Rama met Matthew Whitaker today in Tirana. Rama said they discussed the close ties between the two countries. He stressed the strategic partnership. He highlighted strong diplomatic and military relations. He said both sides see their strengthening as a shared priority. They also discussed the upcoming NATO …
Marta Kos said Albania ranks among the leading countries in the EU integration process. In an interview with Klan News, she spoke about Albania’s progress. She said the EU may approve interim rule of law benchmarks in May. Then the process of closing chapters can begin. She praised Albania’s progress. …
Ferit Hoxha met Marta Kos at the Delphi Economic Forum. They discussed Albania’s EU integration process. Hoxha said the EU membership process never stops. It requires constant work and energy. He stressed the role of both Albania and its partners. He said they discussed key issues for steady progress. They …
Our selection of Balkan Insight Premium stories this week tells a story of political change in key countries in the region, but associated uncertainty about future political directions. Original post Here
The General Directorate of Archives (DPA) organized a special exhibition in Tirana to mark World Book and Copyright Day. The event showcased rare diaries and original manuscripts of prominent Albanian figures for the first time. The exhibition took place in the cultural space “Auditor” and brought together officials, writers, critics, …
TIRANA, April 24 – Businesses in Albania have 37 days left to meet legal requirements for cashless payments through POS terminals in selected sectors. The obligation applies to accommodation services, transport operators, and public institutions. The deadline for tourism and transport businesses is set for 30 May 2026. Separate provisions …
TIRANA, April 24 – Albania’s Financial Supervisory Authority held talks with the European Investment Bank on developing a national green investment guide and strengthening sustainable finance standards. The meeting brought together experts from the European Investment Bank, led by Alessandro de Concini, the institution’s representative in Albania. Discussions focused on …
TIRANA, April 24 – Dinamo City have qualified for the Albanian Cup final after defeating Vllaznia 1–0 at the “Loro Boriçi” stadium in Shkodër. The result followed a tightly contested semi-final second leg, where both sides created early chances but failed to convert in the first half. The first leg …