A criminal group trafficked firearm from Albania to Britain, police seized an arsenal of weapons
A criminal group that trafficked firearms from Albania to Britain was hit. during the operation, an arsenal of weapons was seized, consisting of 25 firearms, 24 pistols and 1 Kalashnikov), hundreds of cartridges, lasers that are mounted on special weapons and serve for long-range shooting, and optical equipment. Camouflage clothing …
Tirana, explosion in a construction site
An explosion is reported to have happened during the night in Tirana. The event took place on “Reshit Çollaku” street at a construction site, an explosion was heard, similar to explosives or pyrotechnics. It is learned that there is no material damage and no injuries. The investigative group is continuing …
KLP suspends the prosecutor of Vlora from office. Aurel Zarka is left in prison
The former head of the Vlora prosecutor’s office, Aurel Zarka, will remain in prison until the end of the investigation. On Wednesday, the special court upheld the measure of arrest in prison in absentia for the magistrate arrested for the charge of active and passive corruption and the exercise of …
The hearing session for Fredi Beleri is postponed
The session held this Wednesday for Fredi Beler, in the Court of Fier, has been postponed, as the latter has requested freedom on bail. The next session will take place on September 2, at 10:00. The Directorate of Prisons submitted the conduct report for Beleri, while a report from the …
SPAK/ Arrest warrant for the former judge of Elbasan and members of the Çapja tribe
Orders have been issued for the former judge of Elbasan, Pajtime Fetau. ABC News has learned that arrest warrants have also been issued for members of the Çapja tribe. It is learned that the arrest warrant was issued within the coded operation “Golden Bullet”, where the names of the suspects …
Under Rama, Albania is Failing on Almost Every Score
Albania has benefited heavily from funds to fight graft and strengthen democracy, yet all it has to show from more than a decade of rule by Edi Rama are high-rise apartment blocks and an exodus of young Albanians. Original post Here
Huge fire erupted in Shengjin, residents panicked
A fire has appeared during the night in the village of Tresh in Lezha. ABC News learns that the fire was quickly caught by firefighters and residents of the area and brought under control. So it is learned that the fire did not cause any damage to people. Images show …
The hearing session for the former Minister of Defense, Fatmir Mediu, is postponed again
The hearing session for the former Minister of Defense, Fatmir Mediu, regarding the “Gërdeci” case is postponed again. The next session will be held on September 11, at 10:00. /abcnews.al […] Read More… Original post Here
Begaj decrees changes to the Electoral Code: Immigrants voting is a historical development
The President of the Republic announced today the law no. 81/2024, “For some additions and changes in the law no. 10 019, dated 29.12.2008, “Electoral Code of the Republic of Albania”, amended”. “This law, which received broad parliamentary support, is the result of discussions and the agreement between the position …
Accused for corruption/ AMP executes the decision of GJKKO, ‘house arrest’ for the former judicial police officer
The Police Supervision Agency has executed the decision of the Special Court for a former police officer. It is known that the GJKKO has set the security measure “House arrest” against former judicial police officer Ledio Ferzaj, 46 years old, suspected of committing the criminal offense “Passive corruption of judges, …
Prime Minister Edi Rama has brought back his “Flasim” podcast, focusing on education and Albania’s results in the international PISA 2025 assessment. In the first episode of the new season, titled “News from School,” Rama spoke about the start of the new school year and the progress of the education …
Defence Minister Ermal Nufi describes the development of the defence industry as a strategic priority for Albania. In a video message, he said that the country has now entered a new phase in which the defence industry aims to strengthen national security, technological capabilities and economic development. “The development of …
Prime Minister Edi Rama has once again commented on judges’ salaries, publishing on the social media platform X a table comparing the monthly salaries of entry-level judges in Albania with those in other countries in the region. In his post, Rama wrote: “Today, an entry-level judge in Albania earns €500 …
Kosovo Prime Minister Albin Kurti has unveiled his new government cabinet, announcing the names of those who will head the executive’s ministries. – First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Diaspora – Glauk Konjufca; – Second Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Justice – Donika Gërvalla; – …
At the start of his presentation outlining his fourth term in government, Prime Minister Albin Kurti said that all of Kosovo is awaiting the decision of the Kosovo Specialist Chambers concerning the former KLA leaders. “I congratulate you on the constitution of the 11th legislature of the Assembly. These days, …
Large numbers of citizens and activists took to the streets again this Sunday for the latest protest, which entered its 106th day. As on previous afternoons, shortly after 19:00, protesters initially gathered in Skanderbeg Square, chanting slogans including: “Your time is up,” “A new Albania,” “Rama resign,” and “Rama in …
Prime Minister Edi Rama has again commented on the dispute over judges’ salaries, criticizing the way the issue has been handled by the judiciary. Speaking in a live video on Facebook, Rama said that, regardless of judges’ right to raise their concerns, those concerns should be addressed in a civilized …
The “Kurti 4” government was approved with 62 votes in favour and eight against during an extraordinary session of the Kosovo Assembly. Following the vote, the new government cabinet was sworn in. The session was held after Assembly Speaker Albulena Haxhiu declared the Assembly constituted without a deputy speaker from …
Prime minister-designate Albin Kurti has said that no domestic or international court can tarnish the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA). Presenting his programme to the Kosovo Assembly, Kurti said that everyone was anxiously awaiting the Specialist Chambers’ ruling on September 16 concerning former KLA leaders. He said the prosecution’s request was …
Emma Bonino, a European of Tomorrow – A Fighter, a Beacon, and the Enduring Voice of a Strategic Europe by Nora Ahmeti Tirana Times, September 13, 2026 – Emma Bonino spent much of her life fighting for a Europe that did not yet exist. She imagined a continent that would …