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ABC News in the Mujahideen camp after suspections of cyber-attackers presence

ABC News traveled to Camp Ashraf 3 and Ashraf 4, in Manza, where the Iranian opposition MEK has been sheltering for years in our country, and where today police officers have disembarked to carry out checks by decision of the GJKKO. Journalist Leonidha Musa said that the situation in the …

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Mujahideen accuse state police of killing camp member

One of the residents of the MEK camp of Mujahideen in Manza area has declared Tuesday that one of them has been killed by Albanian police forces. Journalist Leonidha Musaj reports for ABC News that sources inside the camp told him that during the search, the police allegedly killed a …

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Government: MEK violated the agreement. Police: No victims!

The Ministry of the Interior has reacted to the tensions in the mujahedin camp, where this morning after the police check inside the camp premises. “Today’s operation of the State Police in the location of the MEK in Manez of Durrës is in full implementation of the SPAK order and …

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Today meeting of the National Council, a candidacy for the new chairman of Democratic Party

The National Council of the Democratic Party has started the work behind closed doors around 12:30. Journalist Erneta Shevroja reports that the members are discussing the composition of the Electoral Commission and the approval of the seven names proposed by the presidency. This is the only item expected to be …

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Bardhi:17 deputies will not be in the National Council

At the end of the meeting of the parliamentary group, Gazment Bardhi said that with the elections for the head of the democratic party, the statutes are being violated, but in the end he emphasized that it is the majority that decides. “After the elections, we thought that the important …

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Albania Awaits Predicted Surge in UK Tourists

As low costs announce quantum increase in flights to Albania, some UK media predict ‘millions’ of British tourists will visit what was once a niche destination. Original post Here

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Rama appeal to Kurti to do not lose North of Kosovo

While warning the escalation of relations between Albania and Serbia if the three kidnapped policemen are not released, Prime Minister Edi Rama also conveyed a message to his counterpart, Albin Kurti. In the post he shared a while ago on Twitter, Rama appeals to Kurt to reflect on his actions. …

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Rama warns Vucic to release three Kosovo policemen

Prime Minister Edi Rama has again called for the release of three policemen kidnapped in the north by Serbian forces. Through a post on Twitter, the head of the Albanian government warns that if the three policemen are not released this week, the relationships between Albania and Serbia will be …

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Debate about Fier incinerator, Bllako: I am accused for something i did not have the autorithy

The Defense Conclusions session for the Fier incinerator causes debate in the Special Court, where Alqi Blako issued charges against the Special Prosecutor’s Office. Bllako said that all this attack was orchestrated within a specific agenda. Journalist Ermal Vija reports for ABC News that Alqi Blako claims that he was …

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“Election within July 23″/ The process in Rrogozhina e Kukes, Celibashi: We will set the date with the President

Rrogozhina and Kukes will have new elections for the mayor, even though the reasons are different. The Electoral College forced a repeat of voting in Rrogozhina, because the victory of the Socialist Party was determined by the votes of prisoners, while Kukes will elect a new mayor after the sexual …

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Caribbean to Adriatic: Albanian Prosecutors Target Drug Money and Construction Magnates

Albania’s Special Prosecution has issued 20 arrest warrants and seized over 100 million euros in assets as it maps out alleged drug money flowing into major construction projects across Albania, including a resort promoted by relatives of Donald Trump. Original post Here

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Albania Hosts EYCA General Assembly, Focus on Youth Policies

Albania hosted the 42nd EYCA Conference and General Assembly for the first time. The event focused on international youth cooperation, the exchange of ideas, and stronger youth policies. The conference brought together representatives from different countries to discuss opportunities and challenges facing young people. Among the participants were Erjona Ismaili …

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Gogu: Strengthening Human Rights Standards Is Key to Albania’s EU Path

Toni Gogu met with Mattias Guyomar in Strasbourg. During the meeting, the two officials discussed the implementation of the European Convention on Human Rights. They also reviewed the execution of rulings issued by the European Court of Human Rights and the progress of Albania’s justice reform. Furthermore, Gogu described the …

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Gonzato: Protecting Refugees Is a Moral Duty and Part of Albania’s EU Journey

Silvio Gonzato took part in an event marking the 75th anniversary of the 1951 Refugee Convention. UNHCR Albania, Albania’s Ministry of Interior, and other partners organized the event in Tirana. During his remarks, Gonzato stressed that the Refugee Convention remains a cornerstone of international protection for people fleeing persecution, violence, …

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Headline: Gogu: Follow the Money to Fight Organized Crime

Justice Minister Toni Gogu took part in the informal meeting of the Council of Europe’s Justice Ministers. He spoke during a panel on the role of financial intelligence in combating money laundering and financial crime. During his remarks, Gogu stressed that the main challenge today is not collecting financial information. …

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EU Enlargement Commissioner: Albania Takes Important Step Toward EU Membership

European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos said that Albania has recently made significant progress on its path toward European Union membership. According to Kos, Albania met the Interim Benchmarks Assessment Report (IBAR) requirements on the rule of law. As a result, the country can now begin the process of closing …

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European Parliament Reaffirms Support for Albania’s EU Path, Says Schieder

Andreas Schieder said the European Parliament will reaffirm Albania’s strong commitment to the European Union. Speaking during a plenary session of the European Parliament, Schieder praised Albania’s progress in the accession process. He noted that the country opened all negotiation clusters within just 13 months. In addition, Albania recently achieved …

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Kosovo and European Commission Review EU Support and Reform Progress

Kosovo and the European Commission held the annual meeting of the Instrument for Pre-Accession Assistance (IPA) Monitoring Committee. The meeting focused on the implementation of EU financial and technical support for Kosovo. In addition, participants reviewed reforms that support Kosovo’s path toward European integration. Since 2007, the European Union has …

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Germany Reaffirms Strong Support for Albania’s EU Membership

Ferit Hoxha met with Günter Krichbaum during his visit to Luxembourg. The two officials discussed Albania’s path toward European Union membership. They also reviewed the current momentum of the EU enlargement process. Furthermore, Hoxha said they exchanged views on the opportunities created by the renewed focus on enlargement across Europe. …

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The False Civil Society and the Real One

In Albania, real civic society is no longer in donor-funded conference rooms. It is in the streets. By Mrika Temali Tirana Times, June 16, 2026 – Thirty-five years after the fall of communism, Albania offers a bitter paradox. The European Union, Western governments and international foundations have spent millions indeed …

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Caribbean to Adriatic: Albanian Prosecutors Target Drug Money and Construction Magnates

Albania’s Special Prosecution has issued 20 arrest warrants and seized over 100 million euros in assets as it maps out alleged drug money flowing into major construction projects across Albania, including a resort promoted by relatives of Donald Trump. Original post Here

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Albania Hosts EYCA General Assembly, Focus on Youth Policies

Albania hosted the 42nd EYCA Conference and General Assembly for the first time. The event focused on international youth cooperation, the exchange of ideas, and stronger youth policies. The conference brought together representatives from different countries to discuss opportunities and challenges facing young people. Among the participants were Erjona Ismaili …

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Gogu: Strengthening Human Rights Standards Is Key to Albania’s EU Path

Toni Gogu met with Mattias Guyomar in Strasbourg. During the meeting, the two officials discussed the implementation of the European Convention on Human Rights. They also reviewed the execution of rulings issued by the European Court of Human Rights and the progress of Albania’s justice reform. Furthermore, Gogu described the …

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Gonzato: Protecting Refugees Is a Moral Duty and Part of Albania’s EU Journey

Silvio Gonzato took part in an event marking the 75th anniversary of the 1951 Refugee Convention. UNHCR Albania, Albania’s Ministry of Interior, and other partners organized the event in Tirana. During his remarks, Gonzato stressed that the Refugee Convention remains a cornerstone of international protection for people fleeing persecution, violence, …

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Headline: Gogu: Follow the Money to Fight Organized Crime

Justice Minister Toni Gogu took part in the informal meeting of the Council of Europe’s Justice Ministers. He spoke during a panel on the role of financial intelligence in combating money laundering and financial crime. During his remarks, Gogu stressed that the main challenge today is not collecting financial information. …

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EU Enlargement Commissioner: Albania Takes Important Step Toward EU Membership

European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos said that Albania has recently made significant progress on its path toward European Union membership. According to Kos, Albania met the Interim Benchmarks Assessment Report (IBAR) requirements on the rule of law. As a result, the country can now begin the process of closing …

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European Parliament Reaffirms Support for Albania’s EU Path, Says Schieder

Andreas Schieder said the European Parliament will reaffirm Albania’s strong commitment to the European Union. Speaking during a plenary session of the European Parliament, Schieder praised Albania’s progress in the accession process. He noted that the country opened all negotiation clusters within just 13 months. In addition, Albania recently achieved …

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Kosovo and European Commission Review EU Support and Reform Progress

Kosovo and the European Commission held the annual meeting of the Instrument for Pre-Accession Assistance (IPA) Monitoring Committee. The meeting focused on the implementation of EU financial and technical support for Kosovo. In addition, participants reviewed reforms that support Kosovo’s path toward European integration. Since 2007, the European Union has …

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Germany Reaffirms Strong Support for Albania’s EU Membership

Ferit Hoxha met with Günter Krichbaum during his visit to Luxembourg. The two officials discussed Albania’s path toward European Union membership. They also reviewed the current momentum of the EU enlargement process. Furthermore, Hoxha said they exchanged views on the opportunities created by the renewed focus on enlargement across Europe. …

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The False Civil Society and the Real One

In Albania, real civic society is no longer in donor-funded conference rooms. It is in the streets. By Mrika Temali Tirana Times, June 16, 2026 – Thirty-five years after the fall of communism, Albania offers a bitter paradox. The European Union, Western governments and international foundations have spent millions indeed …