Democrats react after the resignation of Alibeaj
Democratic MP Ervin Salianji has declared Thursday that the resignation of Enkelejd Alibeaj from the position of Democratic Party’s (DP) Parliamentary Group’s Head is an attempt for further fragmentation of the opposition political force. In a statement to the media, the politician said that after the disappointing result of May …
SP urges opposition to return to parliament for pressing issues
Chairman of the Parliamentary Group in the Socialist Party (SP), Taulant Balla has called this Thursday on the opposition MPs to return to Parliament in order to carry on with the discussions regarding the ombudsman’s election and justice reform. In his speech, Balla underlined that their boycott right after the …
Tirana young man arrested after robbing private post office
Tirana Police has handcuffed this Thursday a 27-year-old man who robbed by knife a sum of money from a private post office on Wednesday evening. According to the police, the incident happened yesterday evening, in the branch of a private post office on “5 Maji” street, where citizen Ordis Molla …
After Election Disaster, Albania’s Opposition Must ‘Open its Eyes’
Fatbardh Kadilli, from the Democratic Party, which won only seven municipalities in the May 14 Local elections, tells BIRN that both leaders of the divided party should quit and the party be completely reformed. Original post Here
US-Sanctioned Politicians Help Albania’s Socialists to Victory
Presence on a US sanctions list did not stop two politicians from significantly aiding Edi Rama’s election triumph on Sunday. Original post Here
Two injured in Pogradec car crash
Two cars were involved in an accident in the early hours of this Thursday morning in Pogradec. Police revealed that as a result of the collision, two people were injured, who were urgently sent to the hospital. Hospital sources informed that the injured have been stabilized and are out of …
Albania to participate in Turin’s book fair
Albania will be part of one of the major book fairs organized in Turin. This was announced by Prime Minister Edi Rama through the social networks, while posting a picture from Albania’s stand at this fair. “Albania’s spectacular stand is ready at the International Book Fair in Turin – one …
Man arrested in Kapshtica border after attempting to kill neighbor
A 34-year-old man, who tried to kill his neighbor in Elbasan, has been arrested as he was trying to leave Albania from the border point of Kapshtica. Police revealed that the arrested Gentian Myrta hit his neighbor with a car and an iron crowbar for property reasons. The injured person …
Serbian Farmers to Block Roads in Struggle for Increased Subsidies
After negotiations with the government broke down, Serbian farmimg unions have decided to block roads until their demands for higher subsidies are met. Original post Here
Four minors arrested for Gramsh 16-year-old’s killing
Four minors have been handcuffed this Wednesday by Gramsh Police, for the killing of 15-year-old Fatjon Bici and wounding of another. According to the police, the detainees are citizens Xh. Ç., 15 years old, O. Ç, 14 years old, E. K., 15 years old and S. M., 16 years old. …
TIRANA, June 5 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said the Western Balkans should not remain in the European Union waiting room. He spoke to international media on arrival at the Western Balkans–European Union summit in Tivat. He called for stronger political momentum in the enlargement process. He also supported gradual …
TIRANA, June 5 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said the Western Balkans should not remain in the European Union waiting room. He spoke to international media on arrival at the Western Balkans–European Union summit in Tivat. He called for stronger political momentum in the enlargement process. He also supported gradual …
TIRANA, June 5 – President Bajram Begaj received the credentials of North Macedonia’s new ambassador to Albania, Vele Trpevski, and the new ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Albania, Turki Ibraheem Almadhi. During talks with Trpevski, Begaj praised the strong neighbourly relations and cooperation between Albania and North Macedonia. He expressed …
The Permanent Commission on Linguistics and Literature and the Institute of Linguistics and Literature at the Academy of Sciences presented a new book by Bardhyl Demiraj titled Don Gjon Buzuku and His Meshari. The event highlighted the importance of the Meshari, the earliest known monument of the Albanian language. At …
TIRANA, June 5 – The Chair of the Steering Council of Albanian Radio and Television (RTSH), Fatjon Hoxhalli, presented the institution’s financial and organisational situation before the Parliamentary Committee on Human Rights and Public Information Media. He outlined revenue sources, financial obligations and investment constraints. Hoxhalli said the TV licence …
TIRANA, June 5 – The Director General of Albanian Radio and Television (RTSH), Eni Vasili, said 2025 marked a major financial challenge for the public broadcaster, while the institution continued to fulfil its public service mission. Presenting the annual balance sheet, Vasili said RTSH inherited weak operational conditions in both …
TIRANA, June 5 – The Transparency Board set new maximum wholesale and retail fuel prices on Friday. The new rates entered into force at 1300 local time. Under the decision, retail diesel prices under the SSH EN 590 standard cannot exceed 192 ALL per litre. Wholesale diesel prices cannot exceed …
Organizers opened the Albanian-language Book Fair “Shkup 2026” in Skopje’s “Skënderbeu” Square. The event became one of the key cultural platforms for promoting reading and Albanian-language literature. First, the fair brought together publishers, writers, researchers, and readers from North Macedonia, Kosovo, and Albania. It created a shared space for cultural …
TIRANA, June 5 – Albania on Thursday marked the 106th anniversary of the Vlora War, one of the most significant events in the country’s efforts to consolidate statehood. The conflict began on June 5, 1920, at a time when Albania’s future remained under discussion in international forums and concerns over …
TIRANA, June 5 – Minister for Relations with Parliament Erjona Ismailaj said the planned investment in Zvërnec will not damage the flora and fauna of the Narta Lagoon. She said the project will support economic development and create thousands of jobs in the Vlora region. Speaking in a media interview, …