SPAK issues 20 arrest warrants, 14 arrested
By order of the Special Prosecutor’s Office, 14 people were arrested, accused of drug trafficking. The operation is still ongoing and it is learned that 20 orders have been issued. It is learned that the operation was carried out in cooperation with Italian authorities, in several cities such as Tirana, …
Rama in Brussels, hosted by Ursula von der Leyen
During his stay in Brussels, Prime Minister Edi Rama was received this Tuesday by the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen. The meeting with von der Leyen of the head of the government follows the one with the president of the European Council, Charles Michel, the details …
Meeting with Borrell, Rama: Kurti and Vucic should not leave the conference without an agreement
Prime Minister Edi Rama hold a press conference together with the representative of the EU, Josep Borrel, after the meeting they had in Brussels. Rama first said that he feels good when he hears good words about the country’s process, as a result of the reforms. He added that he …
Drug trafficking’s operation, SPAK: The group operated in Syria, Turkey and Macedonia, among arrested a policeman
SPAK prosecutor, Vladimir Mara, in a press conference, gave details about the police operation where a criminal group distributing narcotics in several European countries was destroyed. In his speech, Mara stated that the group operated from Syria in several other countries in the EU, including Albania, were involved in drug …
Waiting Game: Afghan Refugees Stuck in Albania Long for America
Afghan refugees who came to Albania in 2021, expecting to move quickly on to the US, are finding their prolonged stay in the Balkan country frustrating. Original post Here
New details unveiled on Vlora’s monday shooting
New details have been learned this Tuesday about yesterday’s event in Vlora, where 33-year-old Tonin Rama was injured. It is suspected that there were 3 perpetrators, while only two of them shot several times at Tonin, injuring him in the leg. Perpetrators have not yet been identified, while the police …
Grenade attack on North Mitrovica municipality
Building of the North Mitrovica municipality was attacked with hand grenades during Tuesday night, while the Kosovo Police announced that some material damage was caused to two official cars. “In the late hours of the evening, a suspect attacked the Municipality in the North of Mitrovica with an explosive device. …
Murder and relations with the company that has a concession for Fier’s incinerator, two Albanians are extradited from Greece and Germany
Two Albanians convicted in Greece and Germany have been extradited to Albania. Mihal Merkuri is sentenced to 10 years for intentional homicide. Whereas, Silvester Driza, has founded a company Sh.p.k. and has carried out several fictitious transactions with the company that has the concession of the Fier incinerator. “The cooperation …
Man arrested by SPAK for ordering execution
Albert Pashaj was arrested this Tuesday by order of the Special Prosecution against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK), after being accused of paying Henrik Hoxhajn and Skerdi Tase to kill Aredin Behari. Local media reported that Pashaj had ordered the murder of Behar for property reasons, but the assassination attempt …
Accused for corruption and abuse of duty, Safet Gjici appears before the court
The former mayor of Kukes appeared before the court today to be informed with the security measure. ABC News has provided photos from the courtroom, as the security measure is expected to be confirmed for him. Gjici was arrested after the publication of the erotic video scandal in his office, …
A new report warns that weak oversight of lawyers, notaries, accountants and auditors helps facilitate money-laundering across the Western Balkans through real estate fraud and complex financial arrangements. Original post Here
TIRANA, June 18 – The NATO Defence Ministers’ meeting takes place in Brussels at NATO headquarters. Albania takes part in the ministerial. Defence Minister Ermal Nufi attends the meeting. At the same time, the agenda focuses on security and strategic developments within the Alliance. It also addresses strengthening military capabilities. …
TIRANA, June 18 – Private producers and concessionaires generated more than half of Albania’s electricity output during the first four months of 2026, according to data from the Energy Regulatory Authority (ERE). The figures show that private operators surpassed the Albanian Power Corporation for the first time. Meanwhile, net domestic …
TIRANA, June 18 – More than 500 farmers in Gjirokastër Municipality have applied for support under the National Agriculture Support Scheme. Applications were submitted through the Agency for Agricultural and Rural Development. Meanwhile, Agriculture Specialist Balil Bineri said most applications focus on four support measures. Farmers have shown the strongest …
TIRANA, June 18 – State Police Director General Skënder Hita met Italian police officials in Tirana. The delegation included Lorenzo Bucossi, Director of the International Police Cooperation Service, and Marco Cali, Director of the Central Operational Service of the Italian State Police. During the meeting, both sides praised the high …
TIRANA, June 18 – Academician Luan Omari received the Golden Star of the Veteran award on the occasion of his 101st birthday. The Academy of Sciences hosted a ceremony in his honour. The event opened with a song dedicated to Omari by “Thesaret labe” [Labëria Treasuries]. Academics, jurists, veterans, and …
The Embassy of Albania in Bern organized a commemorative evening at the “Kornhausbibliothek” library dedicated to the 95th anniversary of the birth of poet and writer Dritëro Agolli. The event brought together Albanian students, teachers, and friends of Albanian culture in Switzerland. Participants experienced an artistic journey through the life …
TIRANA, June 18 – Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Andis Salla shared the story of farmer Krenar Lashi from Kukës on social media. He said Lashi represents farmers who are increasing investment and production through agricultural policies and the National Support Scheme. Meanwhile, Lashi has diversified his activity by combining …
On June 17, 1928, the artistic society Lira Artistic Society was founded in Korçë. It emerged as one of the most influential cultural associations of its time. The society operated under the dedicated leadership of Sotir Kozmo and the conducting of Arbëresh maestro Paskal Anibal. It energized cultural life from …
TIRANA, June 18 – The government is taking a new step to strengthen transparency and accountability in public finance management through the establishment of a Fiscal Council. The institution will operate independently and report to Parliament. Meanwhile, Finance Minister Petrit Malaj announced that the draft law on the Fiscal Council …