Scheme of entry into EU countries for persons with travel ban, Tirana Prosecution gives the decisions for the accused
The Tirana court confirmed the security measures for the investigator Enea Sulejmani and the employee of the Rinas police station, Briken Terziu, leaving them under arrest in prison indefinitely during the ongoing investigations. The security measures remained unchanged for the other employees, under “house arrest” Sokol Xhika, Ermal Mesi and …
Giorgia Meloni arrives by helicopter in Shengjin
Prime Minister of Italy, Giorgia Meloni, has arrived in Albania. The number one of the Italian government traveled by helicopter and is currently in Shengjin. Together with Prime Minister Edi Rama, she will inspect the works in the Gjadra camp, where the reception center for immigrants coming from Italy will …
Romania/ Minister Hasani signs the agreement, work begins on the mutual recognition of social security
On the second day of his official visit to Romania, the Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Igli Hasani, was received by his counterpart, Luminita Odobescu. Minister Hasani appreciated Romania’s support in Albania’s journey towards the European Union, as he emphasized the need to speed up the integration process for …
Meloni : I hope that the agreement will be an example for EU
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni thanked Prime Minister Edi Rama and the Albanians for the support given to the establishment of the reception center for immigrants in Lezha. In a press conference with Prime Minister Edi Rama, after inspecting the works at the reception center, the head of the Italian …
“Rama was attacked because of us”, Meloni: Neighborly relations are not affected
The Italian Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni, in the press conference she is holding after inspecting the works at the reception center for immigrants in Lezhë, also answered the question about the recent attacks on the Albanian government after the approval of the agreement months ago. “I think that the real …
Giorgia Meloni today visits Shengjin, inspects the camp in Gjader
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni will pay an official visit to Albania today, while she will inspect the area of Gjadri in Lezhë, where a refugee camp is expected to be built according to the agreement signed between Tirana and official Rome. In Gjadër, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni will be …
Sentenced to 25 years in prison for two murders, a 61 year old man arrested in Fier
A 61-year-old man, sentenced to 25 years in prison for two murders, was arrested by the police in Fier. Pjeter Pacani, considered a person of high social risk, was handcuffed in his apartment in the neighborhood “1 Maji”, Fier, as part of the coded police operation “Wanted”. In 2011, near …
Acting mayor of Himara resigns
Blerina Bala has resigned from the post of Mayor of Himara. ABC News reporter Elton Nika reports that Bala resigned for personal reasons. “However, due to personal reasons that require my time and full attention, I regret to inform you of my inability to continue the office of Mayor of …
Giorgia Meloni visit in Albania to inspects the emigrant camp
The Prime Minister of Italy, Giorgia Meloni will come to Albania on Wednesday. According to the agenda published by the Italian press offices, she will only visit Gjadra, where the camp will be where the immigrants’ residence will be built. Journalist Fjona Xhafaj reports that in addition to the week …
RAI3 show/Rama: Undeserved mud for Albania and Albanians
Prime Minister Edi Rama addressed the public opinion with a message regarding the publications of the Report program of the Italian television channel Rai3 on Albania. Rama has described these publications as undeserved mud for Albania and Albanians. According to the head of the government, there were accusations and mentions …
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TIRANA, August 28 – Deputy Prime Minister Albana Kociu highlighted the story of Haxhire, a beekeeper who has worked in the field for around 50 years. She currently cares for 68 beehives. In a social media post, Kociu praised Albanian beekeepers and the support they receive through the National Agriculture …
TIRANA, August 28 – Egnatia were eliminated by Norway’s Lillestrom in the final qualifying round for the Europa League despite taking the lead and controlling much of the match. The Albanian champions will continue their European campaign in the Conference League. Dinamo City also ended its European campaign after losing …
TIRANA, August 28 – Kosova’s Donjeta Sadiku won the gold medal in boxing at the Taranto 2026 Mediterranean Games after defeating Serbia’s Kristina Kuluhova in the final of the women’s up to 60 kg category. Sadiku dominated the bout and forced her opponent to stop in the second round. The …
Ali Podrimja (August 28, 1942–July 21, 2012) was one of the most influential Albanian poets from Kosovo. Critics regard him as a leading figure in modern Albanian poetry, while readers around the world have discovered his work through numerous translations. Born in Gjakova in 1942, Podrimja studied Albanian language and …
TIRANA, August 28 – Authorities reported 22 wildfires across Albania over the past 24 hours. Three remain active, while four others remain under monitoring. The Ministry of Defence said 288 operational personnel and 21 firefighting vehicles have joined the response. The Armed Forces also deployed two helicopters, which took part …
TIRANA, August 28 – The state will take concrete measures to save, restore and protect homes that hold cultural heritage monument status and face deterioration or loss. Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja said the measures will address neglect, fragmented ownership, abandonment and deliberate inaction. Gonxhja said the state …
TIRANA, August 28 – Health and Social Welfare Minister Evis Sala ranks among the top 10 names on OncoDaily’s “100 Women of Impact in Oncology 2026” list. The international initiative recognizes women making significant contributions to cancer care and treatment worldwide. OncoDaily has run the initiative since 2023. The organization …
TIRANA, August 28 – Albania will begin its new UEFA Nations League campaign with four Group 1 League C matches in September and October. The national team will host Belarus at Air Albania Stadium on September 26 before playing away on September 29 and October 3. Albania will return to …
TIRANA, August 28 – Former US congressman Joseph DioGuardi has proposed Faton Bislimi for president of Kosova. His proposal follows a similar move by retired US ambassador and former head of the OSCE Verification Mission in Kosova, William G. Walker. Bislimi is a Kosova academic, former member of the Kosova …