Police once again controls at the Mujahideen camp in Durres
This Thursday morning, the police controlled again MEK camp in Manez, Durres. Journalist Leonidha Musaj reports for ABC News that police forces are stationed at the entrance to Camp Ashraf 3 and are checking all vehicles leaving the camp. Meanwhile, we remember that a week ago in this camp due …
Police “surrounds” Elbasan, Rapid Intervention Force looking for Talo Çela
Elbasan continues to be armored by the Rapid Intervention Force. This action, which is spread throughout the city, focuses on the identification and capture of the most recent criminal elements. Talo Çela is a nationally and internationally wanted person and is accused of the criminal offenses “Murder of a police …
Kosovo, a police checkpoint in North is attacked with a stun grenade
The police checkpoint at the “Three Skyscrapers” in North of Mitrovica was partially burned by a powerful explosion that is suspected to be from a stun grenad but luckily no one was injured. The incident happened today around 3:15 am on Thursday, while at the time of the explosion the …
50 arrested by Rapid Intervention Force in Elbasan
New details are learned about the Police and Rapid Intervention Force operation in the city of Elbasan. It is reported that 50 people have been arrested, while most of them are suspected of being involved in the production and sale of narcotics. The action started at midnight and the city …
One injured in Korça-Pogradec road car accident
Another accident happened today on the road axis, Pogradec – Korçë. At the entrance to the city of Maliqi, a “Golf” type vehicle overtook a pedestrian who was crossing from one side of the road to the other. According to the witnesses of the event, the ambulance arrived very late, …
Hospital autonomy, Manastirliu: Doctors can do consultations outside ordinary working hours
The Minister of Health Ogerta Manastirliu, after the end of the government meeting this Thursday, announced the decisions that were approved by the Council of Ministers. Manastirliu has stated that the reform for hospital autonomy that supports professionals in these hospital systems has been approved. With this decision, doctors have …
Kosovo declares “Civil Defense” and “Northern Brigade” terrorist organizations
The Government of Kosovo has declared the “Civil Defense” and the “Northern Brigade”, organizations that operate in the northern part of the country, inhabited by a Serbian majority, as terrorist organizations, saying that they are responsible for recent tensions in this area. “Based on the assessments of the security institutions …
Murder of Pjerin Xhuvani in Elbasan/ The prosecution demands 25 years in prison for Arber Paplekaj
The Prosecutor’s Office requested 25 years in prison for Arber Paplekaj, who was arrested for the murder of Pjerin Xhuvani in Elbasan. The event took place in April 2021 in Elbasan, 4 days before the April 2021 parliamentary elections, where the main accused is former RENEA official, Arber Paplekaj. The …
European Council supports Rama’s idea for an international conference for Kosovo and Serbia
The President of the European Council, Charles Michel, supported the idea of an international conference for Kosovo and Serbia, with the aim of reducing tensions between them. Michel made the comments on the eve of an EU summit, which takes place today and tomorrow in Brussels. “I want to say …
Nearly 5500 cannabis plants destroyed in Lezha
20th phase of the “Imazhi” anti-cannabis mega-operation has seen conducted this Wednesday in Lezha, thanks to whichit became possible to seize 5490 cannabis sativa narcotic plants. Police revealed that these narcotic plants were found cultivated on the ground, in 4 different villages of the Lezhë and Kurbin district, while 1,200 …
TIRANA, June 18 – Sami Frashëri passed away on June 18, 1904, after dedicating his life to the patriotic cause. Frashëri was an intellectual, journalist, lexicographer, playwright, and one of the leading ideologues of the Albanian National Renaissance. He is widely regarded as one of the most prominent thinkers of …
TIRANA, June 18 – Velipoja opens the summer tourist season. The report comes from the Albanian news agency (ATSH). Marseda Qefalia reports from Velipoja. The municipality introduces reduced tariffs for umbrellas and sunbeds in public beach areas. At the same time, Velipoja stands as the northernmost beach in Albania. It …
TIRANA, June, 18 – Authorities at the Kakavija border crossing to Greece increased operational capacity to manage higher traffic during the summer season. Border and customs services also intensified their work to facilitate the movement of travellers. The measures include additional active checkpoints during peak hours. Meanwhile, teams reorganised vehicle …
TIRANA, June 18 – Defence Minister Ermal Nufi attended the meeting of NATO defence ministers in Brussels. Participants discussed the Alliance’s key priorities for strengthening security and collective defence across the Euro-Atlantic area. Meanwhile, ministers highlighted the importance of maintaining unity among allies. The meeting also focused on increasing operational …
A new report warns that weak oversight of lawyers, notaries, accountants and auditors helps facilitate money-laundering across the Western Balkans through real estate fraud and complex financial arrangements. Original post Here
TIRANA, June 18 – The NATO Defence Ministers’ meeting takes place in Brussels at NATO headquarters. Albania takes part in the ministerial. Defence Minister Ermal Nufi attends the meeting. At the same time, the agenda focuses on security and strategic developments within the Alliance. It also addresses strengthening military capabilities. …
TIRANA, June 18 – Private producers and concessionaires generated more than half of Albania’s electricity output during the first four months of 2026, according to data from the Energy Regulatory Authority (ERE). The figures show that private operators surpassed the Albanian Power Corporation for the first time. Meanwhile, net domestic …
TIRANA, June 18 – More than 500 farmers in Gjirokastër Municipality have applied for support under the National Agriculture Support Scheme. Applications were submitted through the Agency for Agricultural and Rural Development. Meanwhile, Agriculture Specialist Balil Bineri said most applications focus on four support measures. Farmers have shown the strongest …
TIRANA, June 18 – State Police Director General Skënder Hita met Italian police officials in Tirana. The delegation included Lorenzo Bucossi, Director of the International Police Cooperation Service, and Marco Cali, Director of the Central Operational Service of the Italian State Police. During the meeting, both sides praised the high …
TIRANA, June 18 – Academician Luan Omari received the Golden Star of the Veteran award on the occasion of his 101st birthday. The Academy of Sciences hosted a ceremony in his honour. The event opened with a song dedicated to Omari by “Thesaret labe” [Labëria Treasuries]. Academics, jurists, veterans, and …