Albanian woman shot dead in middle of street in Italy
A 35-year-old Albanian woman was shot in the middle of the road in the province of Casterlfiorentino, Italy, around 20:00 on Thursday. Passers-by immediately notified the ambulance, but 35-year-old Klodiana Vefa, who worked as a waitress in a pizzeria a few meters from the scene, died before being transferred to …
Kosovo police conducts checks in North after ‘terrorist attack’
Kosovo Police has announced that its officersare conducting checks in five places in three municipalities in the north of Kosovo, related to the recent events in the village of Banjské, where police sergeant Afrim Bunjaku was killed in the attack and two others were injured. According to local media, it …
Husband of woman shot to death in Italy main suspect
New details have come to light regarding the incident in Castelfiorentino, where the 35-year-old Albanian Klodiana Vefa was shot in the middle of the street. Preliminary suspicions focus on her husband, Alfred Vefa, with whom the 35-year-old was separating and no longer lived. Her husband is missing and is believed …
Rama: From October 1, over 767,000 pensioners benefit from an 8.6% increase
Prime Minister Edi Rama started the day with a post about the decision on pension indexation. From October 1, over 767,000 pensioners will benefit from an 8.6% increase in their pension. “GOOD MORNING and informing you that from October 1, over 767 thousand pensioners of all categories will benefit from …
Woman involved in murder threatened by victim’s family
Cooperation of Artan Tafani, Laert Haxhi’s “friend” with the justice system, brought to light dozens of criminal events in the country and abroad, including six murders. Police have carried out several operations and so far 12 people have been arrested, including a woman, identified as Klea Gjata, 27 years old. …
Police: Only one suspect for Dukagjin assassination
Director of Shkodra Police, Ervin Hodaj has held this Friday in a media conference, where he spoke about the recent criminal events that occurred in this district. In his speech, Hodaj revealed that regarding the assassination attempt in Dukagjin, where Lek Guri was killed and Gjin Guri was injured, until …
Two persons to face justice on vote-rigging charges
Special Prosecution against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK) has taken this Friday for trial Kristo Agalliu, who was filmed talking about buying and selling votes in the May 14 elections. According to the local media, the 52-year-old was the coordinator of the Freedom Party in Kuçova that promised to bring …
Wave of dismissals in the Directorate of Lezha, senior officials are dismissed
Journalist of ABC News, Gjergj Figuri, announces that the chief of crimes, the head of order and the head of the police station in Rreshen have been dismissed. The new appointees are: Klodian Kondi, head of the police station in Mirdita, Gentian Berberi, deputy director of investigation and Altin Mena, …
“KFOR to take control of North Kosovo”, Rama: Delay can bring casualties
Prime Minister Edi Rama has declared that KFOR should take control of the North of Kosovo. He emphasized that he proposed something like this earlier at the NATO summit. This is because, according to Rama, the delay of this step can bring victims of an open conflict. “As I said …
Four young men wanted for Dukagjin’s killing
Police of Shkodra shed light on the serious event that happened in the area of Dukagjin, identifying the suspected perpetrators, after collecting the first evidence and testimonies at the scene. Persons Martin Qershija, 28 years old, Edmond Nika, 29 years old, Kujtim Dholla, 25 years old, and ?esk Serraj, 36 …
Kumbaro: Bënja Thermal Baths attract growing numbers of tourists as infrastructure upgrades continue
The Bënja Thermal Baths near Përmet continue to attract large numbers of domestic and international visitors seeking relaxation in the area’s thermal waters, unspoiled nature and the scenic Langarica Canyon. Minister Mirela Kumbaro said authorities are continuing to improve infrastructure and services alongside the growing number of tourists. She said …
TIRANA July 10 – Tirana Police has announced temporary traffic restrictions on several roads ahead of the “YE” music event featuring artist Kanye West, scheduled for July 11 in Kashar. The restrictions will start at 07:00 and remain in force until midnight on the secondary section of the Durrës–Tirana highway, …
TIRANA, July 10 – Albania will experience stable atmospheric conditions on Friday, according to the Military Meteorological Service. The country will have mostly clear skies throughout the day. Light passing clouds may appear around midday. Meanwhile, winds will blow mainly from the northwest at an average speed of 7 m/s. …
The Art Gallery at Pogradec’s Multifunctional Centre will open “The Drunken City,” a solo exhibition by renowned Albanian painter Anastas Kostandini (Taso), on 18 July at 19:00. The exhibition will showcase 50 pastel artworks that portray everyday life in Pogradec through nostalgia, humour and the warmth of local traditions. Inspired …
TIRANA, July 10 – Prime Minister Edi Rama gave an interview to CNN Turk, where he discussed the NATO Summit in Ankara, Albania–Turkey relations, regional developments, defence cooperation and tourism. Rama said the summit showed the European wing of NATO’s determination to address security challenges and modernize its military capabilities. …
TIRANA, July 10 – Himara remains one of the most popular destinations for domestic and foreign tourists during the summer season. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared today images from Himara’s public beach, where visitors are spending their holidays under the sun, relaxing on the sand and by the sea. Across …
Vllaznia fought back to defeat Malisheva 2-1 in the first leg of their UEFA Conference League first qualifying round tie, taking an advantage into next week’s return match. The visitors made a dream start at Loro Boriçi Stadium, with Xhylani scoring directly from a corner kick in the third minute. …
TIRANA, July 10 – The mountains are among Albania’s greatest natural treasures, while the Albanian Alps remain one of the country’s most visited areas. Protecting their cleanliness requires everyone’s commitment. Tour guide Kastriot Faci says foreign visitors show greater awareness when it comes to protecting nature. He adds that many …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said Socialist lawmakers and all Members of the European Parliament supported recommendations backing Albania’s European Union membership during the EU–Albania Stabilisation and Association Parliamentary Committee meeting in Strasbourg. Rama said all MEPs voted in favour of Albania’s European integration, alongside members of the Socialist Party, describing …
Albania has joined the European Council of Legal and Forensic Medicine (ECLFM), the highest European body for forensic medicine. Justice Minister Toni Gogu said the membership strengthens Albania’s position within the European forensic medicine community and creates new opportunities for professional and scientific development. Through this membership, Albania will officially …