Specialist Prosecutor Jack Smith visits Kosovo
Specialist Prosecutor Jack Smith is visiting Kosovo for the first time for a series of meetings with international and Kosovo officials, Gazeta Express reports. Original post Here
Kosovo women identify around 500 Serbs who committed war crimes
A group of women in the western town of Gjakova collecting evidence on war crimes committed during 1998-99 war have managed to identify around 500 people who they claim responsible for these crimes. Original post Here
Kosovo Police doubles reward for information on Oliver Ivanovic’s murder
The Kosovo Police are doubling a reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction of those responsible for killing of the Kosovo Serb politician, Oliver Ivanovic, in Mitrovica North in January 2018. Original post Here
Kosovo opposition insists on snap elections
The biggest opposition party in Kosovo, LDK, is asking early elections in Kosovo, as the only way to end political stalemate in the country. Original post Here
Kosovo Parliament to hold urgent session over dialogue with Serbia
Kosovo Parliament is set to hold an extraordinary session on 31 October to discuss the dialogue with Serbia. The session will be held at the request of opposition parties who are disputing President Hashim Thaci’s leading role in the dialogue and his proposal on land swap with Serbia. Original post …
EU to take decision on visas by end of year, says Kosovo PM
Kosovo’s Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj is convinced that no European Union (EU) members will block visa free regime for Kosovo. Original post Here
OSCE condemns the attack against Albanian taxi driver in northern Kosovo
The OSCE Mission in Kosovo has condemned the incident reported on 23 October in Mitrovica North, when unknown people pelted with stones a taxi driven by a Kosovo Albanian, breaking its window. Original post Here
Haradinaj again opposes Thaci: Correction of border, euphemism for partition of Kosovo
Kosovo Prime Minister, Ramush Haradinaj, reiterated on Friday that he is against an agreement with Serbia which leads to change of borders. Original post Here
Thaci: No Kosovo-Serbia dialogue in Paris
President Hashim Thaci confirmed on Friday that he will be in Paris to attend the 100th anniversary of the truce signed between Allied Forces and Germany, hosted by Frnech President Emmanuel Macron adding that no dialogue between Kosovo and Serbia will take place in this event. Original post Here
Kosovo Government proposes 2019 budget
Kosovo Budget 2019 will be 2.3 billion euro which is expected to be highest ever for Kosovo. This was stated by Minister of Finances, Bedri Hamza, during Government’s meeting on Friday. Original post Here
Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu and Agriculture Minister Andis Salla visit the new “N’Belik” agrotourism site in Dumre. MP Arbjan Mazniku joins the visit. Entrepreneur Mariglen Azizolli builds the family-run project near Belsh. The site uses local organic products and connects farm production directly to the table. It offers a …
President Bajram Begaj marks the 75th anniversary of Albania’s Military Aviation at Kuçova Air Base. He honors generations of personnel, including first commander Edip Ohri and 43 fallen heroes. Begaj highlights the Air Force’s transformation from isolation to NATO standards. He says the force has followed Albania’s path toward integration. …
Defense Minister Ermal Nufi marks the 75th anniversary of Albania’s Military Aviation at NATO’s Kuçova Air Base. Senior officials, military leaders, and veterans attend the ceremony. Nufi announces the reopening of the Aviation School in Vlorë after two decades. The school will train military and civilian pilots, as well as …
Albania presents its investment potential at a Germany–Albania business conference in Berlin. Officials and entrepreneurs from both countries attend the event to boost economic cooperation. The Albanian Investment Development Agency (AIDA) hosts a workshop on investment opportunities and investor protection. AIDA Director Laura Saro highlights Germany as a key economic …
The European Union expresses regret after Kosovo’s political parties fail to agree on a unified presidential candidate. An EU spokesperson urges political actors to strengthen dialogue and ensure institutional stability. He warns that Kosovo risks missing key opportunities, including benefits from the Growth Plan. Lawmakers fail to elect a new …
Tirana prepares to host a major international music event on July 11, 2026. Kanye West will perform a one-night-only show in Albania. Tourism Minister Blendi Gonxhja announces the event and calls it a milestone for the country. He says the concert will place Albania on the global events map. Organizers …
Albania presents Berat and Gjirokastër as international examples of heritage management at a conference in Mostar. Regional heritage directorates showcase an integrated management model for the two historic cities. Both cities belong to the UNESCO World Heritage List. Experts present strategies on funding preservation and sustainable growth. They highlight investments …
The University of Arts and the National Theatre of Opera, Ballet and Folk Ensemble sign a cooperation agreement in Tirana. Director General Aulon Naçi and Rector Erald Bakalli formalize the partnership. The agreement strengthens institutional cooperation. It creates new opportunities for students to gain professional experience and join artistic productions. …
The official start of the tourist season in Gjirokastër has led to extended visiting hours at cultural heritage sites for visitors and tourists. According to the Regional Directorate of Cultural Heritage, from May 1 to October 31, Gjirokastër Castle and the Antigonea Archaeological Park will welcome ticketed visitors under a …
Controversial US rapper also known as Ye – who has been banned from the UK and Australia – will hold a concert in Tirana on July 11, Prime Minister Edi Rama announced on Facebook. Original post Here