Investigative Commission on Health, the first meeting started with debates
The meeting of the Investigative Committee on sterilization and health check-up started this Monday with debates between the majority and the opposition, even though it was a constitutive meeting. Journalist Erneta Shevroja made a summary of the whole situation, emphasizing that both parties discussed whether this meeting should be held …
Explosion in the yard of an house in Shkodra
TNT explosion in a private residence in Shkoder. The police announce that the explosive device was placed at the gate of the courtyard of the apartment owned by 62-year-old Frida Sala in the “Tom Kola” neighborhood. As a result, only material damage was caused. The incident happened around 03:40. The …
War in Kosovo, 25 years since the start of NATO attacks against Serbian military targets
This Sunday marks 25 years since the start of NATO airstrikes against military and police targets in Serbia and Montenegro. The attacks had begun at 19:45, when NATO planes dropped the first bombs against strategic positions of the army of the former Yugoslavia, as the two republics of the former …
New touristic port of Vlora constructions going on
Albanian Prime Minister made public this Sunday images of construction of new touristic port of Vlora. According to him, with this investment, Albania will be integrated in the network of sailing with five start of Mediterranean. “Good morning with the New Tourist Port, which will soon enrich the landscape of …
President Begaj: 25 years ago, the military alliance and the US saved Kosovo
The President of the Republic, Bajram Begaj, gave a message on the 25th anniversary of the launch of the NATO operation to liberate Kosovo from the Serbian genocide. Through a post on social networks, Begaj expressed thanks to the Alliance and the United States of America for this historic act …
Father and son arrested for carrying firearms in their home
Father and son were arrested this Sunday in the capital, because they had firearms in their apartment. As part of the “Home” police operation, father and son were arrested, specifically Klaos Haldeda and Ismet Haldeda, aged 21 and 42, residents of Vaqarr. During the physical search, the Police services found …
Gunshot in Shijak, one injured
Shooting with firearms is reported to have happened a few moments ago in Shijak. As a result, one person was injured, who was urgently sent to the hospital. According to information from the police, it is known that the incident happened just a few minutes ago in the village of …
Wanted for fraud and drug trafficking, two arrested in Tirana
Two people wanted for fraud and drug trafficking were arrested this Friday in the capital. Citizens aged 35 and 44 have fallen into handcuffs. Services of Police Station No. 6, in implementation of the measures drawn up within the police mega-operation coded “Rule of Law”, based on the information provided …
Three arrested after tried to escape police controls, 1kg cocaine seized
Three people have been arrested by Tirana police during an operation against drug trafficking in Albania. The arrested are Eneo Sulejmani, chairman of the Intercity Transport Association, Shkelqim Ostreni, 26-year-old and Igli Begaj, 21-year-old. Police identified a vehicle type ‘Wolksvagen Tiguan’ and the driver did not stop to the police …
Elections/ Media: Let’s return the pre-election coalitions
The chairman of the Republican Party, Fatmir Mediu, participated in this Thursday’s plenary session in the Assembly. During his speech, he spoke about the discussion on Electoral Reform and Open Lists, where he said that constitutionality should be restored. So he emphasized that the agreement with the OSCE should be …
The Albanian Riviera remains one of the country’s most popular summer destinations. Qeparo continues to attract local and foreign visitors with its coastline, natural beauty and distinctive southern atmosphere. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared footage of the “Te Stefi” accommodation facility in Qeparo. He described it as “a beautiful address …
Prime Minister Edi Rama shared footage of the “Golden Voyager” show from the Paris Olympic Games, which created a unique atmosphere along Vlora’s Lungomare as part of “DansMusik Fest.” “Towards the Moon,” Rama wrote alongside the footage of the seaside performance. Music, dance and artistic choreography combined with a spectacular …
TIRANA, August 20 – Members of Parliament from the Democratic Party of Kosova continued their blockade of the Government of Kosova for a sixth consecutive day. They protested the failure to resume the constitutive session of the Assembly. MPs from the Alliance for the Future of Kosova also joined Thursday’s …
TIRANA, August 20 – Albanian football faces an important European night as Egnatia and Dinamo play their opening play-off matches. Egnatia, the Albanian champion, will face Norway’s Lillestrøm in the Europa League play-offs. The match starts at 19:00, with the Rrogozhina club holding home advantage. Egnatia coach and former Albania …
TIRANA, August 20 – Loro Boriçi remains one of the most important figures in Albanian football history. Born in Shkodër on August 4, 1922, he became a leading player, national team captain and coach. He made his football debut for Vllaznia at just 14 years old. A prolific striker, Boriçi …
TIRANA, August 20 – Albania’s inflation measured under the Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices methodology used by Eurostat reached 3.4% in July 2026, according to data published by the Institute of Statistics, INSTAT. Food and non-alcoholic beverages made the largest contribution, adding 1.09 percentage points as prices rose 3.2% year-on-year. …
Albania’s history comes to life through photography in a special exhibition at Rinia Park, organized for World Photography Day. The General Directorate of Archives (DPA), in cooperation with the Tirana Municipality’s Parks and Recreation Agency, presented a collection of photographs by Korçë photographers Vani Burda and Thimi Raci, two pioneers …
Gjirokastra will host a special music event on September 4 and 5, bringing artists, visitors and a festive atmosphere to the historic city. Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja announced the event and invited visitors to enjoy “two nights, one city and thousands of moments that turn into memories.” …
Perched on the slopes above the Ionian Sea, Vuno offers a quieter and more authentic side of the Albanian Riviera. Located between Himara and Dhërmi, the historic village combines stone architecture, narrow cobbled streets, centuries-old churches and sweeping coastal views. Unlike the busier seaside resorts along the Riviera, Vuno preserves …
TIRANA, August 20 – Albania’s beekeeping sector continues to show potential for development, with 7,016 beekeepers applying for support under the 2026 National Scheme. The Agency for Agricultural and Rural Development said the number followed a change in the funding threshold for beekeeping support. Data for 2025 show that Albania …