Man who killed Albanian wife commits suicide
The ex-husband of Klodiana Vefa, the 37-year-old who was executed with a bullet to the head last Thursday evening (September 28) in Castelfiorentino, in the province of Florence, was found dead. Alfred Vefa, who is the suspected perpetrator of the crime, whom the police had been looking for for about …
About 29,000 euros seized in Rinas
The police have investigated two cases of non-declaration of money at Rinas airport and have made it possible to seize 28,840 euros and 1,900 dollars. The police announce that, as a result, a 36-year-old Turkish man was criminally prosecuted after he did not declare 17,020 euros while entering the Republic …
A 18-year-old detained for cultivating 102 cannabis plants
The police have arrested an 18-year-old, who is suspected of being the man responsible of 102 cannabis plants discovered in May of this year in the forest of Panahor village in Mallakastër. It is learned that the investigations continue for the complete documentation of this case and other cases of …
Fredi Beleri appeal to the Durres’s Court to take the oath as the mayor of Himara
Fredi Beleri has applied to the Durres Court of First Instance to be allowed to take the oath as the mayor of Himara. Journalist Leonidha Musaj reports that the request has been submitted to the court two days ago and will be examined in the following days. The case has …
Anti-drug operation “Temple”, police arrested a 23-year old man
A 23-year old man was arrested as part of “Temple” anti-drug operation. The young man was arrested after police information that he was selling narcotics near schools in Lapraka. Police has found a quantity of cannabis divided in doses, for sale. The drug was seized as material evidence. /abcnews.al […] …
Two arrested as over EUR 82,000 caught in Muriqan border
Two people have been arrested and two others have been criminally prosecuted this Friday. Police revealed that they were punished after attempting to smuggle several thousand euros through the border point of Muriqan without declaring them. Owner and driver of the bus, in the dashboard of which were hidden 82,010 …
Rama in Berlin: We will do our best to have a growth in energy and tourism
Prime Minister Edi Rama in Berlin, invited for one of the talks at the new international forum “Berlin Global Dialogue”, also spoke about Albania’s economy. He emphasized that very soon the Berlin Summit will be held in Tirana, where President Von der Leyen has a new growth plan for the …
The son of former Prime Minister Sali Berisha summons at SPAK
The Special Prosecutor’s Office has requested to call as witnesses in the “Gerdeci” file, the son of former Prime Minister Sali Berisha, Shkelzen Berisha and the former Minister of Justice of the time Aldo Bumçi. In addition to them, SPAK asked the court to provide clarifications to the former Minister …
Albanian woman shot dead in middle of street in Italy
A 35-year-old Albanian woman was shot in the middle of the road in the province of Casterlfiorentino, Italy, around 20:00 on Thursday. Passers-by immediately notified the ambulance, but 35-year-old Klodiana Vefa, who worked as a waitress in a pizzeria a few meters from the scene, died before being transferred to …
TIRANA, July 9 – Albania will experience mostly stable atmospheric conditions on Thursday, according to the weather forecast. Clear skies will dominate most of the day. However, clouds will develop around midday and in the afternoon, mainly over mountainous areas. In these regions, clouds may bring local light rain showers. …
“Diario ABC”: From a hidden gem to a famous destination — social media drives Albania’s tourism boom
Spanish newspaper “Diario ABC” highlights how social media platforms have helped drive Albania’s tourism boom by turning its landscapes and attractions into globally recognised destinations. Tourism institutions and businesses now use viral content on platforms such as TikTok and Instagram to attract visitors. Videos, stunning photographs and influencer recommendations can …
TIRANA, July 9 – Butrint National Park is welcoming a large number of local and foreign visitors during the summer season. The Albanian cultural and natural heritage site continues to attract tourists who include it in their travel itineraries. Visitors highlight its unique combination of history, archaeology and surrounding landscapes. …
TIRANA, July 9 – Prime Minister Edi Rama shared footage on Thursday from the ongoing works on the Elbasan–Rrogozhina road section, part of Corridor VIII. In his post, Rama highlighted the strategic importance of the project. He said the investment will bring cities closer, improve road safety and strengthen Albania’s …
The National Theatre of Opera and Ballet (TKOB) will present one of the greatest masterpieces in music history, Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony. The monumental composition, which has become a universal symbol of brotherhood and hope, will take centre stage during a special artistic evening at TKOB. Beethoven premiered the Ninth Symphony …
Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu shared images of Berat as the historic city celebrates the 18th anniversary of its inscription on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Through a social media post accompanied by the song “Gurët e sokakut”, Koçiu highlighted Berat’s unique features, including its cobblestone streets, religious coexistence, Onufri’s …
TIRANA, July 9 – The distribution of free textbooks for the 2026–2027 school year has started in 15 countries where Albanian diaspora communities live. The initiative supports Albanian language and culture education for children abroad. This year, the Albanian government will provide more than 5,800 learning packages for students and …
According to blog.google, Albania stands out as a destination filled with hidden gems, rich history and breathtaking landscapes, where the Adriatic meets the heart of Southeast Europe. Google’s Street View technology now allows locals and travellers to explore Albania digitally, from historic city centres to ancient stone walls overlooking turquoise …
TIRANA, July 9 – Deputy Speaker of the Albanian Parliament Klodiana Spahiu attended a conference in Belgrade with speakers of parliaments from EU candidate countries. The Serbian Parliament and Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada hosted the meeting. The event carried the theme “Together in Shaping Europe’s Future.” During her speech, Spahiu highlighted …
TIRANA, July 9 – Albania is at a decisive moment for its European future, State Minister for Public Administration and Anti-Corruption Adea Pirdeni said. Speaking at the closing event of Public Administration Week, Pirdeni highlighted the importance of strengthening institutions and consolidating the rule of law. She said the EU …