Kosovo Government presents platform on final chapter of dialogue with Serbia
The Government of Kosovo has presented on Thursday a state platform on the final stage of the dialogue with Serbia. Original post Here
Haradinaj to Mogherini: Kosovo has fulfilled visa liberalisation criteria
Kosovo Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj during a working dinner with the EU foreign policy chief, Federica Mogherini, and other prime ministers of the Western Balkan region, told the EU High Representative that Kosovo has fulfilled all the criteria on visa liberalisation. Original post Here
Kosovo moves to establish Army bypassing Serb veto
Kosovo Government is planning to establish the Army through changes that would broaden the responsibilities of the existing Kosovo Security Force (KSF) as one of the modalities to bypass a Serb veto. The KSF Ministry pledges that by 30 April they will proceed the Draft Law on Army to the …
Kosovo Police chief asks NATO’s support for membership in Interpol
Kosovo Police General Director, Shpend Maxhuni, has presented on Wednesday before NATO-led peacekeeping mission in Kosovo – KFOR, capacities and training of the Kosovo Police. Maxhuni asked COM KFOR, Italian General Salvatore Cuoci, to support the Kosovo Police become part of the international police organisation – Interpol. Original post Here
Haradinaj asks Hahn visa liberalisation for Kosovo
Kosovo Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj during a meeting with the EU Enlargement Commissioner, Johannes Hahn, in Skopje, asked him Kosovo become part of the EU visa free regime in optimal time. Original post Here
Russian Patriarch Kirill to pay first visit to Albania
Patriarch Kirill of Russia will pay an official visit to Albania for the first time in late April, and will hold a joint service Archbishop Anastasios of Albania, patriarchal press service Fr. Alexander Volkov told Tuesday Russian news agency RIA-Novosti. Original post Here
Visa Free regime the most important for Kosovo citizens, says Veseli
Kosovo Parliament Speaker, Kadri Veseli, said the European Commission country report on Kosovo has finally evaluated country’s achievements in fulfilling visa liberalisation criteria. Original post Here
EULEX prosecutor charges six people for faking KLA war veteran status
A EULEX Prosecutor has filed an indictment against six defendants suspected of faking the Kosovo Liberation Army war veteran status, Kosovo State Prosecution announced. The defendants are charged with the offences of Unauthorised Possession of Weapons, Facilitating or Compelling Prostitution, Trading in Influence, Fraud and Falsifying Documents. Original post Here
No-confidence motion is not priority of Kosovo opposition
Lutfi Haziri, deputy head of the biggest opposition political party in Kosovo – the Democratic League of Kosovo, LDK, stated that motion of no-confidence in Ramush Haradinaj’s Government has not been excluded, admitting however that this is not their priority. Original post Here
Kosovo PM Haradinaj visits Macedonia
Kosovo Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj has travelled to Skopje when he will meet his Macedonian counterpart Zoran Zaev and other senior state officials of Macedonia. Original post Here
Over 100 athletes compete in Albania’s national tournament for people with intellectual disabilities
TIRANA, April 9 – Over 100 athletes from across Albania joined the National Athletics and Table Tennis Tournament for people with intellectual disabilities. The event promotes inclusive sports and social equality. Athletes competed with energy and respect. They showed how sports can overcome social and physical barriers. The Albanian National …
TIRANA, April 9 – Parliament Speaker Niko Peleshi met with Gunnar Schellenberger, President of the Saxony-Anhalt State Parliament. They focused on enhancing inter-parliamentary ties and boosting economic cooperation between Albania and Germany. Peleshi highlighted the need to intensify collaboration between the Albanian Parliament and the Bundestag, and to expand exchanges …
TIRANA, April 9 – Albania is gaining attention as a beach destination in Europe. An article in the U.S. travel magazine Islands highlights the coastal village of Ksamil as a rising hotspot. The report asks which European destination offers Caribbean-style beaches at lower cost in 2026. It points to Albania’s …
TIRANA, April 9 – Albania’s women’s national team continued preparations for the 2027 World Cup qualifiers. The team held its latest training session at the “House of Football.” Albania will face Wales on April 14 at 20:15 at “Stok Cae Ras” stadium. Players are following an intensive training program ahead …
TIRANA, April 9 – Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj presented a draft law to amend the framework on tourist ports. She said the initiative will simplify procedures for strategic investments in resorts, marinas, and tourist ports. Ibrahimaj said Albania has recorded strong tourism growth. The country welcomed 6.4 million …
TIRANA, April 9 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said the construction sector plays a key role in Albania’s economic and social transformation. He made the remarks during a meeting with business representatives on wage growth, alongside Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj. Rama rejected claims that link the sector to …
TIRANA, April 9 – Korça’s central square in front of the Orthodox Cathedral came alive with the Spring Fair ahead of Easter. The event, now a local tradition, brings together artisans and visitors from across the country. Stalls showcase handmade crafts, traditional products, and souvenirs, creating a lively and authentic …
Tourism, Culture, and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja visited the Gjuhadol neighborhood in Shkodra. Mayor Benet Beci joined him. The area includes many historic buildings. Authorities plan to revitalize them and restore their identity. Gonxhja said they will implement a structured intervention plan. The plan targets historic zones and centers. The …
TIRANA, April 9 – Today marks 27 years since the Battle of Koshare, a key confrontation that broke the border between Kosova and Albania. The battle began on April 9, 1999, during Operation “Shigjeta” (The Arrow). It involved fierce clashes with Serbian forces and stands among the bloodiest and most …
The comedy “I Don’t Hear, I Don’t See, I Don’t Speak” premiered at Elbasan’s Skampa Theater, creating a special atmosphere for the audience. Directed by Donard Hasani, the play features performances by Laerti Vasili, Hervin Culi, Atalanta Kërçyku, and Helidon Fino. The comedy tells the story of three characters with …