32 vessels are blocked from Velipoja to Ksamil
The police have blocked 32 boats from Ksamil to Velipoja. It is about 16 Jet Skis, 6 dinghies, 8 speedboats and 2 tourist boats, which were blocked for sailing outside the designated area, practicing tourism activity in violation of the law, non-registration and lack of documentation. In addition to the …
A 37-year-old died in prison
A 37-year-old Mariglen Qani Alterziu, sentenced to 1 year and 4 months in prison, died on Saturday in Rrogozhina prison. The General Directorate of Prisons announces that the convict entered the sanitary facilities and after a few minutes was found unconscious on the floor. The medical staff on duty gave …
Exchange of fire between Kosovo police and 5 people in North
Kosovo police have announced that they have arrested five people in Zubin Potok, in an exchange of fire towards the police. The persons were detained on suspicion of smuggling goods, the deputy director for the northern region, Veton Elshani. “Today in the early hours of the morning in the vicinity …
A 39-year-old man is found dead in Durres
A 39-year-old man was found dead in the city of Durres. From the preliminary examination of the body of the 39-year-old, no signs of violence were found. In advance, it is suspected that this citizen died of natural causes. The investigative group has started investigations into the case. /abcnews.al […] …
Punched to death a 55-year old, police gives the security measure for Rei Meta
The court in Vlora decides “prison arrest” for Rei Meta for the charge of “manslaughter”. The judge of the case accepted the prosecution’s request. The prosecution had requested arrest in prison, a decision that was accepted by the Court. The conflict over a sum of money cost the life of …
100 new positions for police officers, Balla: New law to revival the State Police
Interior Minister Taulant Balla held a meeting with lecturers and leaders of the University of Tirana, with the aim of building bridges of institutional cooperation within the framework of excellence programs for the State Police. Balla said that the police force needs to be renewed and deepen its self-purification. He …
SPAK sends to trial Nuredin Dumani and 19 other defendants
The Special Prosecution against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK) closed the investigations for Nuredin Dumani and 19 other persons part of the operation “The golden bullet”. According to the information for the media, SPAK sent to trial Nuredin Dumani, Henrik Hoxha, Skerdi Tasi, Enver Diva, Besian Xhixha, Erion Alibej, Florenc …
After the resignation of Safet Gjici, the President decrees the date: On September 24 elections for the head of the municipality of Kukes
The President of the Republic Bajram Begaj announced today the decree no. 186 dated 11.08.2023 for “Setting the date of the elections for the Mayor of Kukes”. The President set the date September 24, 2023 as the date of holding the elections for Mayor in the Municipality of Kukes. Since …
Selling smuggled goods, police arrested father and son
Father and son have been arrested by the Tirana police after being accused of distributing and storing contraband goods. According to the police, it was learned that within the coded operation “Next”, father and son transported smuggled goods to Albania, and stored them in the entity under their administration. An …
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 …
The Albanian Files suggests that international architecture may have served not only as design, but as a prestigious façade for opaque money, captured institutions and one-man rule. Tirana Times, June 29, 2026 – A glossy architectural volume meant to celebrate Albania’s transformation has unexpectedly become one of the most revealing …
Reinier de Graaf’s open letter in The Albanian Files has become a symbol of the troubling relationship between global architecture, political patronage and one-man rule in Albania. The following open letter by Dutch architect Reinier de Graaf, partner at the Office for Metropolitan Architecture, has become one of the most controversial passages …
Albania and North Macedonia signed a new agreement to simplify border crossings. The deal introduces a one-stop border control system. It will make travel easier for citizens, businesses, and tourists. Interior Minister Besfort Lamallari announced the agreement after meeting his North Macedonian counterpart, Panče Toškovski, in Dibër. Meanwhile, Lamallari said …
Prime Minister Edi Rama welcomed three guests to the latest episode of the Flasim podcast. They discussed architecture, sports, education, and social initiatives. First, architect Setion Branko shared his experience working in Florence, New York, and Albania. He explained how his studio connects Albanian and international architects through joint projects. …
Prime Minister Edi Rama announced a new phase of digital infrastructure development in Albanian cities. The goal is to organize communication networks and gradually remove overhead cables. First, the initiative will shift internet and telecom systems underground. As a result, public spaces will become cleaner and more modern. Rama said …
Prime Minister Edi Rama shared details from his recent visits to France and Poland in his podcast Flasim. He highlighted meetings with French President Emmanuel Macron and participation in the Ukraine Reconstruction Conference in Gdańsk. First, in Paris, Rama met President Macron. They discussed Albania’s EU integration process and bilateral …
Albania aims to complete its EU accession negotiations by the end of 2027. Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha confirmed this goal during the Dubrovnik Forum in Croatia. First, Hoxha took part in a panel on the European Union and the Western Balkans. He said EU enlargement remains the strongest driver of …
Prime Minister of Albania Edi Rama shares live images from the Benja thermal area in Përmet. He highlights the changes made after recent investments in the tourist destination. He shows the thermal pools and the surrounding infrastructure, including parking areas and rehabilitated roads. These improvements significantly increase access for visitors. …
Albania marks 27 June as the Day of Genocide against the Cham Albanians. The country remembers the events of 27 June 1944, when violence began against the Cham population. Historical accounts state that forces under Greek general Napoleon Zerva led attacks against civilians in the region of Çamëria. The reports …
The United States has donated a special aviation security training kit to Albania’s Civil Aviation Authority. The donation came at the end of a five-day training program organized by the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA), according to the U.S. Embassy in Tirana. The equipment will help aviation security personnel simulate …