Shooting in Kosovo, one dead, three injured
One died, three others were injured in shooting in a bar in Runik village of Skenderaj in Kosovo, police confirmed. Police’s spokesperson, informed that the event happened at 01:21 am this morning and the victim is a 39-year-old. Fortunately the three injured, are out the danger of their life, while …
Balla meets Ambassador Karl Bergner: Traffic Police will be trained according to German standards
Interior Minister Taulant Balla held a meeting with the new German ambassador in Tirana, Karl Bergner. During the meeting, Balla and Bergner discussed the possibility of creating new mechanisms for the promotion of people with high moral and professional integrity, where, according to Balla, German expertise in this regard will …
The court upholds the seizure of the properties of former minister Arben Ahmetaj
The appeal of the Special Court upholds the decision of the first instance for the sequestration of the property of former Deputy Prime Minister Arben Ahmetaj. From the escape, through his lawyer, he requested in the Appeal the return of the apartment in the Shallvareve area that was seized from …
Thousands of euros and pounds are seized in Durres and Rinas
The police seized this Thursday a significant amount of money. Accordingly, 82,550 euros were seized at Durres’s port and 12,820 pounds at Rinas Airport. According to the police, the euros seized in the Port of Durres were found hidden in the bus of the “Durres-Bari-Durres” line. For this case, the …
TIA appeal to all passengers: From today until September 10, show up three hours early at Rinas for check-in
Tirana International Airport informs all passengers who travel through Rinas to show up three hours before departure to their destination, for check-in. This rule will be applied until September 10. According to TIA, this measure aims to “improve the overall travel experience for all passengers”. TIA, among other things, says …
Drug laboratory in Fier, SPAK extends the investigations by three months
SPAK extends the investigations for the drug laboratory in Fier by three months. About 430 kg of cocaine mixed with chemical fertilizer were brought to the village of Frakull in Fier. According to this, SPAK has signed 15 arrest warrants, while 10 people have been arrested. The laboratory would be …
Cannabis in the territory of the ward, 4 soldiers are dismissed from duty
After finding and seizing 125 cannabis sativa plants inside the military ward in Zall Herr, the General Staff of the Armed Forces held an emergency meeting, deciding the release from duty of 4 soldiers, as well as the proposed release of 10 others. Relieved from duty are the security specialist …
Accident in Vora, a police officer hit by a car
A road accident happened on Wednesday morning in Vora. A police officer was hit by a car. ABC News has secured the view from the scene of the accident, where the officer is seen lying on the road. The policewoman collided while patrolling the street. /abcnews.al […] Read More… Original …
Drug trafficking, two arrested and 2 declared wanted
Bar ‘owners have been arrested and another has been declared wanted in Himare after being accused of occupying public spaces and adapting the premises for the cultivation and sale of cannabis sativa narcotics. As part of the coded operation “All in”, as a result of an investigation followed with proactive …
DPK demands extraordinary elections, MP: The government is violating the national interest of Kosovo
Due to the recently created situation in Kosovo, the Democratic Party of Kosovo has requested extraordinary elections. DPK deputy Blerta Kodra Deliu, in a statement to the media, has asked the security bodies in Kosovo to take measures and clarify all the scandals and the persons involved who work for …
TIRANA, June 27 – Prime Minister Edi Rama took part in the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Gdańsk, Poland, which brings together heads of state and government, international financial institutions, business representatives and civil society organisations from around the world. The conference aims to strengthen international support for Ukraine and mobilise …
Work on the rehabilitation of the Bënja thermal baths continues steadily. The project aims to improve tourist infrastructure, organize visitor services, and protect the area’s unique natural values. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Environment clarified that the destination remains under development. Therefore, recently published images show temporary construction stages rather than …
The Special Commission on Administrative-Territorial Reform held its eleventh public hearing in Korça. The meeting gathered local stakeholders to discuss proposals for Albania’s new territorial reform. Speaking at the hearing, Arbjan Mazniku said that ten years after the 2014 reform, it is time to evaluate its results and identify improvements. …
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama met Ukrainian Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko in Gdańsk, Poland, on Wednesday. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026. Albania’s Minister of Economy and Innovation, Delina Ibrahimaj, also attended the talks. During the meeting, the leaders discussed ways to strengthen …
Albania’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha visited Nicosia, Cyprus, where he held a series of high-level meetings focused on EU integration and bilateral cooperation. First, Hoxha met with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides, reaffirming both countries’ commitment to strengthening cooperation and advancing Albania’s European agenda. In addition, he …
Niko Peleshi met Pope Leo XIV in the Vatican. The meeting reaffirmed strong relations between Albania and the Holy See. Both sides emphasized shared values and cooperation. They highlighted peace, dialogue, and mutual respect. Peleshi presented a symbolic gift from Albania. The gesture expressed friendship and appreciation toward the Holy …
Bajram Begaj attended an international scientific conference in Tirana focused on the importance of toponymy in shaping Albanian cultural identity. The event was organized by the Institute of Anthropology under the Academy of Sciences. Researchers and academics discussed how place names reflect language, history, and identity. Begaj said that scientific …
By H.E. Ambassador Nasser Kamel, Secretary General of the Union for the Mediterranean. Tirana Times, June 25, 2026 – They say no man ever steps in the same river twice. The universe is in a constant state of flux: such is my sentiment as I reflect on my mandate at the Union for the …
Bank of Albania data show Austria topping first-quarter foreign investment flows, while property and construction continue to shape Albania’s FDI model. Tirana Times June 25, 2026 – The figures place Austria ahead of some of Albania’s traditionally dominant investment partners, including Italy, the Netherlands and Turkey. Yet the data also …
TIRANA, June 25 – The Executive Committee of the Albanian Football Federation has approved the starting dates for all national competitions in the 2026-2027 football season. The “Abissnet Superiore” championship will begin on August 22, 2026 and end on May 9, 2027. Meanwhile, the “First Category” championship will start on …