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“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 …

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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 …

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Four arrested in Elbasan as Laert Haxhiu ‘friend’s’ testimony solved 20 criminal events

Police of Lushnja arrested a few days ago Artan Tafanin, the young man wanted as the perpetrator of the robbery of an exchange in the area of Astir in Tirana. From the investigations, it turns out that Tafani is part of Laert Haxhiu’s group in Lushnja and among the names …

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Girl involved in serious criminal event among 20 arrested in Elbasan

Number of people arrested in Elbasan from the operation carried out on Wednesday evening has reached 20, as reported this Thursday morning. Girl in question has been involved in a serious criminal event, namely murder. Klea Gjata’s fingerprints were taken for verification, thus confirming her involvement. Few days ago, Artan …

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Two investigation leads on Sukth murder unveiled

Durres Police and Prosecutor’s Office are conducting investigations regarding the murder of the 37-year-old Fatjon Dervishi alias Toni Margen. Investigation team has seized the security cameras in the area where the crime took place and is checking the footage. The 7 accompanied persons have been released again, while the investigation …

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Police’s General Director reveals data on huge operation that solved six murders

General Director of the Police, Muhamet Rrumbullaku, gave this Thursday details about the coded “Never Forget” mega-operation. In his speech during a conference for the media, Rrumbullaku stated that 6 murders have been solved, 15 arrest warrants have been issued, of which 12 have been executed, while 3 people have …

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Elbasan’s chief prosecutor: 15 arrest warrants issued after Arben Tafani’s statement

The Chief prosecutor of Elbasan, Kreshnik Ajazi, declared this Thursday that the institution he leads has issued 15 arrest warrants after the testimony of the repentant justice, Arben Tafani. In a press conference with the General Director of Police, Muhamet Rrumbullaku, Ajazi said that the investigations are still ongoing and …

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The attack in North Kosovo, Rama: What investigation does the EU expect? Serbia announced a day of mourning for the terrorists

Prime Minister Edi Rama says that the European Union should come out with a second statement, condemning the attack of the Kosovo Police, where one officer was killed and two others were injured. In a press conference, Rama said that what kind of investigation the European Union is waiting for, …

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Ex-head of Elbasan police’s crimes division left in prison

Apellate instance of Special Court against Corruption and Organized Crime (GJKKO) upheld this Wednesday the sentence of 3 years and 6 months in prison for the former head of crimes in Elbasan Leonard Palushi, accused of corruption, as he is suspected of serving a well-known character of the world of …

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Rama: Italy, our most trusted lawyer in Brussels

Prime Minister Edi Rama has held a press conference with the Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani after the meeting of the Joint Committee for Investments, Economic and Social Affairs, Albania-Italy. During his speech, the head of government mentioned the excellent cooperation between the two countries while …

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Week in Review: Hostages to the Past

From fresh battles over memory in Bosnia to the acquittal of North Macedonia’s former PM and Turkey’s post-coup legacy, this week’s Balkan Insight Premium stories show how contested history keeps the region chained to its past. Original post Here

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PM Rama congratulates Ukraine’s newly appointed prime minister Koretskyi

TIRANA, July 17 – Prime Minister Edi Rama congratulated Ukraine’s newly appointed Prime Minister Serhii Koretskyi on his appointment by the Verkhovna Rada. Rama wished Koretskyi success as he joins President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in leading Ukraine during one of the most difficult chapters in its history. He said the country …

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The Brave Ones film returns to the screen after restoration

TIRANA, July 17 – The Central State Film Archive presented the restored version of the film “The Brave Ones” at Drita Cinema. The 1970 production by Film Studios “New Albania” returned to the big screen through the “Adopt a Film for Restoration” initiative. The screening presented one of the most …

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Albanian National Olympic Committee chief presents Tirana Olympic City project to global sports adviser

TIRANA, July 17 – Albanian National Olympic Committee (KOKSH) President Fidel Ylli presented the “Tirana Olympic City” project during an official meeting with Olympic judge and global sports investment adviser Eng. Almohanad Alzooaabe. Ylli described the project as one of Albania’s most ambitious initiatives for developing sports infrastructure. He said …

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FM Hoxha attends Washington, D.C. ministerial; Albania strengthens defenses against hybrid threats

TIRANA, July 17 – Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha attended a ministerial meeting on the resurgence of political terrorism in Washington, D.C. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio convened the meeting, which brought together representatives from more than 60 countries. Hoxha said political extremism and the use of violence to achieve …

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Head of the Albanian Parliament’s Permanent Delegation visits Canada for NATO Parliamentary Assembly event

TIRANA, July 17 – Igli Hasani, head of the Albanian Parliament’s Permanent Delegation to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization Parliamentary Assembly, visited Ottawa, Canada, from July 13 to 15 for an event organized by the Parliamentary Assembly in cooperation with the Parliament of Canada. During the visit, Hasani met Canadian …

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Black Lake of Radomira attracts adventure tourists

Radomira village, 37 kilometers from Dibër, has become a popular destination for mountain and adventure tourism. Environment Minister Sofjan Jaupaj shared images of Black Lake, located in the heart of Korab-Koritnik National Park. The glacial lake lies among beech and pine forests and offers visitors an untouched natural landscape. The …

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Grant 2026 winners announced, minister says Albania invests 16.5 mln euros in startups

TIRANA, July 17 – Albania announced the winners of the Innovation4Albania Grant 2026 programme, including startups and incubators that will receive financial support. Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj said the government has invested 16.5 million euros in startups over the past four years. She noted that the initial commitment …

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Excavations to resume at Sarda medieval site

TIRANA, July 17 – Archaeologists will soon resume excavations at the medieval city of Sarda on Shurdhah Island in Lake Vau i Dejës as part of the Albanian-French project The River Drin Valley in the Middle Ages. The project has documented the city’s structures and traced its development during the …

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Gonxhja: Albania opens the way for European television series co-productions

Albania’s audiovisual industry is taking an important step toward integration into the international market. Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja said Albania is moving toward approving the Council of Europe Convention on Co-production of Audiovisual Works in the Form of Series. The convention will create a common legal framework …

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Week in Review: Hostages to the Past

From fresh battles over memory in Bosnia to the acquittal of North Macedonia’s former PM and Turkey’s post-coup legacy, this week’s Balkan Insight Premium stories show how contested history keeps the region chained to its past. Original post Here

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PM Rama congratulates Ukraine’s newly appointed prime minister Koretskyi

TIRANA, July 17 – Prime Minister Edi Rama congratulated Ukraine’s newly appointed Prime Minister Serhii Koretskyi on his appointment by the Verkhovna Rada. Rama wished Koretskyi success as he joins President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in leading Ukraine during one of the most difficult chapters in its history. He said the country …

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The Brave Ones film returns to the screen after restoration

TIRANA, July 17 – The Central State Film Archive presented the restored version of the film “The Brave Ones” at Drita Cinema. The 1970 production by Film Studios “New Albania” returned to the big screen through the “Adopt a Film for Restoration” initiative. The screening presented one of the most …

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Albanian National Olympic Committee chief presents Tirana Olympic City project to global sports adviser

TIRANA, July 17 – Albanian National Olympic Committee (KOKSH) President Fidel Ylli presented the “Tirana Olympic City” project during an official meeting with Olympic judge and global sports investment adviser Eng. Almohanad Alzooaabe. Ylli described the project as one of Albania’s most ambitious initiatives for developing sports infrastructure. He said …

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FM Hoxha attends Washington, D.C. ministerial; Albania strengthens defenses against hybrid threats

TIRANA, July 17 – Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha attended a ministerial meeting on the resurgence of political terrorism in Washington, D.C. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio convened the meeting, which brought together representatives from more than 60 countries. Hoxha said political extremism and the use of violence to achieve …

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Head of the Albanian Parliament’s Permanent Delegation visits Canada for NATO Parliamentary Assembly event

TIRANA, July 17 – Igli Hasani, head of the Albanian Parliament’s Permanent Delegation to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization Parliamentary Assembly, visited Ottawa, Canada, from July 13 to 15 for an event organized by the Parliamentary Assembly in cooperation with the Parliament of Canada. During the visit, Hasani met Canadian …

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Black Lake of Radomira attracts adventure tourists

Radomira village, 37 kilometers from Dibër, has become a popular destination for mountain and adventure tourism. Environment Minister Sofjan Jaupaj shared images of Black Lake, located in the heart of Korab-Koritnik National Park. The glacial lake lies among beech and pine forests and offers visitors an untouched natural landscape. The …

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Grant 2026 winners announced, minister says Albania invests 16.5 mln euros in startups

TIRANA, July 17 – Albania announced the winners of the Innovation4Albania Grant 2026 programme, including startups and incubators that will receive financial support. Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj said the government has invested 16.5 million euros in startups over the past four years. She noted that the initial commitment …

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Excavations to resume at Sarda medieval site

TIRANA, July 17 – Archaeologists will soon resume excavations at the medieval city of Sarda on Shurdhah Island in Lake Vau i Dejës as part of the Albanian-French project The River Drin Valley in the Middle Ages. The project has documented the city’s structures and traced its development during the …

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Gonxhja: Albania opens the way for European television series co-productions

Albania’s audiovisual industry is taking an important step toward integration into the international market. Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja said Albania is moving toward approving the Council of Europe Convention on Co-production of Audiovisual Works in the Form of Series. The convention will create a common legal framework …