Summit for Ukraine, Rama welcomes Zelensky
The head of the government, Edi Rama, received the president of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, at the Prime Minister’s office this Monday morning. The two leaders will hold a one-on-one meeting. Afterwards, a meeting between the respective delegations will follow, which will end with the signing of an agreement between the …
Zelensky in Tirana, Albania and Ukraine signed the treaty of friendship
Albania and Ukraine have signed the treaty of friendship and cooperation between the two countries. The treaty serves to consolidate the friendship between the two countries and peoples, through the expansion and strengthening of cooperation in various fields of mutual interest. Rama and Zelensky will open the Ukraine-Southeastern Europe summit, …
Zelensky’s visit and summit for Ukraine and WB; roads that will be blocked
The Director for the Public Security, Rebani Jaupi made public this Tuesday the plan of measures taken by police in order to guarantee the important activities that will be organized in Albania on 28-29 February. According to him, the State Police and Republic Guard took measures to block the traffic. …
Children killed father in Durres, new arrests expected
New arrests are expected on the case of the murder of Pellumb Meta in Durres, by his children who are actually under arrest. Police informed Tuesday that investigations are going on in order to shed light on this event. Sources confirmed for albaniandailynews.com that under investigation is the wife of …
Member of the Bajri group/ Denis Brajovic s arrested in the United Emirates
Denis Brajovic has been arrested in the United Emirates. The 36-year-old, a member of the Bajri group. He is suspected of being the author of a murder of Gjon Boriçi, on 09.08.2020, in Shkoder. The United Emirates has started the official information at the Ministry of Interior about his arrest …
“January 21” case/ State crime, SPAK expected to start the investigations
Supreme Court is expected to decide today whether the investigations for the January 21 file will be conducted by the Special Prosecutor’s Office or by the Tirana Prosecutor’s Office. The murders on the Boulevard during the socialist opposition protest 13 years ago have been classified as a state crime. Even …
NATO Air Base, Rama: Key role in supporting alliance operations and exercises
Prime Minister Edi Rama has published on social networks some pictures from the NATO air base in Kuçova, which is expected to open soon. The head of government says that the base will play a key role in supporting NATO operations while adding that it will serve as a center …
A 41 year old arrested for selling drugs near schools
A 41-year-old man from Gjirokastra was arrested for drugs. He catches a quantity of cannabis divided into doses, with the intention of selling it near the schools. The 41-year-old has a criminal record for the same crime. From the controls, a quantity of cannabis was found on the 41-year-old, divided …
A 41 year old arrested for stealing in bus stations
A 41-year-old man was arrested by the Tirana police for theft. It is learned that the 41-year-old, previously convicted of theft, stole through the capital’s bus stations and pedestrian crossings. According to the police, the 41-year-old man stole their mobile phones and wallets from various citizens. From the investigative actions, …
Killed their fathers, today is expected the security measures for two brothers and the 19-year old daughter
At noon on Monday, the court in Durrës will provide security measures for Hysen, Amarildo and Hygerta Meta, who are accused of murdering their father, Pëllumb Meta, 50 years old. ABC News journalist Leonidha Musaj reports that the police in the coastal city have doubts that the incident did not …
TIRANA, August 7 – Prime Minister Edi Rama announced that another section of Pan-European Transport Corridor VIII has opened for traffic as works continue on the Elbasan–Qafë Thana road axis. The new section stretches from the exit of Labinot-Fushë village to beyond Miraka village. It includes two lanes for both …
TIRANA, August 7 – New amendments to Albania’s Road Code entered into force today. The changes introduce stricter measures for traffic violations to improve road safety and reduce accidents. Drivers who repeatedly operate vehicles while under the influence of alcohol will permanently lose their driving licence. The new rules also …
TIRANA, August 7 – Cërrik and Maliq municipalities have started public consultations on the new territorial map. The proposal would reduce the number of municipalities in Albania from 61 to 46. Cërrik Municipality said it launched the process after receiving a notification from Parliament. The consultation period on the draft …
TIRANA, August 7 – Albania continues to make progress in implementing reforms linked to European integration and has received financial support under the European Union’s Growth Plan for the Western Balkans. According to the EU-funded platform “WEBALKANS_eu”, Albania has made strong and sustainable progress. The platform said the country has …
TIRANA, August 7 – The Executive Committee of the Albanian Football Federation (FSHF) has approved the participation of Elite Youth Academy teams in the Abissnet Superiore U-16 and U-17 championships for the 2026–2027 and 2027–2028 seasons. The decision aims to strengthen youth football development and create more opportunities for young …
TIRANA, August 7 – Defense Minister Ermal Nufi shared footage today from the firefighting operation in the Mount Dajti area and praised the commitment and sacrifice of personnel working on the ground. Nufi said in a social media post that emergency structures and Armed Forces personnel provide protection for citizens, …
TIRANA, August 7 – Foreign tourists visiting Durrës during the summer season have praised the city’s beaches, hospitality, affordable prices and relaxing atmosphere. Visitors from Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, England, the Czech Republic and the Dominican Republic said they had a positive experience and considered Durrës an attractive destination for …
TIRANA, August 7 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said Albania has a clear path toward European Union membership in an interview with the Financial Times, which examined the European Union’s renewed enlargement agenda. Rama said the country is in one of the strongest positions in its modern history. He added …
TIRANA, August 7 – Business turnover across Albania’s main economic sectors increased by ALL 127 billion during the first half of 2026, reflecting stronger economic activity, Finance Minister Petrit Malaj said. Malaj said business turnover rose by 7% compared with the same period in 2025. He added that the figures …
TIRANA, August 7 – The Central Purchasing Operator (OBP) launched a new electronic procurement platform to fully digitalize the management of public procurement requests, Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj said. Ibrahimaj said the new platform, prokurimet.obp.al, will allow more than 250 contracting authorities to manage procurement requests entirely online. …