Opposition leader says Kosovo President should go to the war crimes court
Leader of the opposition party of Vetevendosje, Albin Kurti, has slammed the President of Kosovo saying that her should go to The Hague to face with the special war crimes court established to try alleged crimes of the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA). Original post Here
Kosovo war crimes court: Former female fighter summoned to The Hague
A former female fighter has been summoned by the Specialist Prosecutor’s Office at The Hague which is prosecuting alleged crimes committed by the Kosovo Liberation Army, KLA, during 1998-99 war. Original post Here
Serbia conditioning recognition of Kosovo with annexing bits of its territory, says President advisor
Blerim Shala, political advisor to President Hashim Thaci told T7 television program ‘Pressing’ that Serbia will condition recognition of Kosovo with annexing a part of its territory. Original post Here
Serb Mayors in Kosovo are receiving salaries after resignation
The four Serb mayors in northern Kosovo who resigned in November last year in protest over Pristina’s tariffs on Serbian goods, continue receiving salaries. Despite offering their resignation the mayors of Mitrovica North, Zubin Potok, Zvecan, and Leposavic, continue receiving salaries from Kosovo budget, the Ministry of Finances confirms. Original …
Kosovo’s Special Prosecutor refutes Serbian Minister: We received no new report on Ivanovic’s murder
Kosovo Special prosecutor Syle Hoxhaj has refuted statements of Serbia’s Minister of Justice Nela Kuburovic who said on Wednesday that they have sent the authorities in Pristina a comprehensive report and interrogation records in the investigation of the murder of Kosovo Serb politician Oliver Ivanovic, who was shot dead in …
EU’s Hahn urges Kosovo to drop tariffs on Serbia’s goods
European Commissioner for Neighbourhood Policy and Enlargement Negotiations, Johannes Hahn, says he is waiting for an answer from Pristina after requesting authorities in Kosovo to revoke tariffs on Serbia’s goods. Original post Here
No land swap with Serbia, says speaker of Kosovo Parliament
Kosovo has no pretentions to expand its territory, or give up parts of its territory, says Kosovo Speaker of Parliament, Kadri Veseli. He said the country needs unity for dialogue with Serbia and criticised the European Union for non-liberlisation of visas for Kosovo citizens, adding however that the EU remains …
Kosovo’s PM says early election not solution to solving problems
Kosovo Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj says that holding early elections in 2019 is to the detriment of the country. He says 2019 will not be easy because Kosovo will face with dialogue with Serbia and the war crimes court. Original post Here
Trepca miners entered strike
Miners of the Trepca complex have entered strike on Thursday asking pay rise. Original post Here
European Parliament's vice president pays homages at Adem Jashari’s memorial
Vice president of the European Parliament, Rainer Wieland, has on Thursday visited the memorial of the founder of the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA), Adem Jashari, who was killed by Serbian police and military forces with over 50 members of the extended family in March 1998. Original post Here
Europe Day: EU Ambassador, Gonzato says Albania plays key role in European Union security and future
TIRANA, May 9 – European Union Ambassador to Albania Silvio Gonzato marked Europe Day during the opening of Europe Week under the motto “Open Space”. Speaking at the event, Gonzato said the European Union has taken steps to protect stability and democratic values at a time when global conflicts threaten …
TIRANA, May 9 – Prime Minister Edi Rama marked Europe Day during the opening of Europe Week, describing 9 May as a symbol of European courage and cooperation. Speaking at the event, Rama said the European Union represents a space where different cultures live and cooperate in peace and equality. …
Tirana protest unfolds amid EU concerns over shrinking parliamentary oversight. TIRANA, May 08, 2026 — Albania’s opposition staged a national protest in Tirana on Friday evening, demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama and what it described as his corrupt government, while accusing the ruling majority of abuse of …
TIRANA, May 9 – President of the Council of Europe Antonio Costa sent a message to Albania on Europe Day, describing the occasion as a moment to reflect on shared European values and the progress of aspiring countries toward integration. Addressing Albanian citizens as future members of the European Union, …
Prime Minister Edi Rama urged Elbasan to become a leading city for startups and innovation during a meeting with winners of Albania’s national startup program for 2025 and new applicants for 2026. During the event, young innovators presented projects in technology and the digital economy. Meanwhile, organizers highlighted the rapid …
Mayor of Elbasan Gledian Llatja said startups will transform into concrete development models for Elbasan during a meeting with winners of Albania’s 2025 startup program and new applicants for 2026. The event took place at the newly renovated “Onufri” arts high school in Elbasan. Young innovators presented promising technology projects …
Prime Minister Edi Rama met today in Elbasan with winners of Albania’s 2025 startup program and applicants for 2026, who presented promising projects in technology and innovation. During the meeting, Rama said technology is rapidly transforming economic development and innovation. He explained that the world has moved from linear growth …
Albania inaugurated its National Pavilion at the 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia with the presentation of “A Place in the Sun” by artist Genti Korini, curated by Małgorzata Ludwisiak. During the opening ceremony, Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Sports Blendi Gonxhja described Albania’s participation as a …
Minister of Interior Besfort Lamallari addressed the International Migration Forum at the United Nations and reaffirmed Albania’s commitment to safe, orderly, and legal migration. During his speech, Lamallari stressed that Albania supports migration policies based on human rights, international cooperation, and stronger engagement with the Albanian diaspora. Furthermore, he said …
Minister of Environment Sofjan Jaupaj met today with Dame Dimitrovski, adviser to the Prime Minister of North Macedonia, and Raimund Jehle during the regional conference United for Climate. During the meeting, Jaupaj discussed a regional forestry initiative supported by the Green Climate Fund and the Food and Agriculture Organization. Furthermore, …