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Today, Albania chairs the session of the UN Security Council

The session of the Security Council of the United Nations (UN) today will be chaired by Albania. The Prime Minister of Albania, Edi Rama, has emphasized that this is one of the most important sessions of the last decade. “Good morning and with this photo from the UN courtyard, where …

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Vlora, begins the hearing session for 6 detained by police and RENEA

The security measure for the 6 people detained by the police and the RENEA forces is taking place today in the Court of Vlora. The 6 persons arrested two days ago as a result of the Obelisk action have arrived at the court. The judge of this case is Emirjana …

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Two cases of illegal gambling cracked down in Tirana

Police of Tirana have cracked down this Wednesday on two cases of illegal organization of gambling, in two bars. In the first case, the owner of the bar was arrested and two other citizens were processed at large. In the second case, the owner of the bar was declared wanted, …

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The elections in Kukes/ Celibashi tells how much will cost to the state budget

The chairman of the Central Election Commission, Ilirjan Celibashi, has spoken about the partial elections in the Kukes Municipality, which will be held on September 24. He said that there are over 45,000 voters in Kukes, who can exercise their right to elect the new head of the municipality. “It …

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Minister Hasani participate in high-level meetings of the UN General Assembly

As part of the High Level Week of the UN General Assembly, the Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Igli Hasani, part of the Albanian delegation headed by President Bajram Begaj, participated in the working morning organized by the Minister of Foreign Affairs. Foreign Minister of Italy, Antonio Tajani, with …

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Begaj at the UN: Sustainable development, our strong guarantee for a world of peace and stability

President Bajram Begaj has participated in the High Level Political Forum for Sustainable Development at the UN. At the invitation of the Secretary General of the UN, Begaj participated in this meeting that preceded the start of the 78th Session of the UN General Assembly. President Begaj spoke on behalf of …

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Elbasan, youth arrested on drugs charges

A 26-year-old that was declared wanted during the “Temple” operation has been handcuffed by the Elbasan police, as announced Tuesday morning. According to the police, the young man was arrested in the “28 November” neighborhood. Law enforcement revealed that he was declared wanted after the Court of First Instance of …

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Young man caught for hauling 12 ilegal migrants

A 36-year-old man from Kukësi was arrested this Tuesday morning in Fushe Kruja area after he was trafficking 12 illegal immigrants. Police announced that the young man would traffic the emigrants in the direction of Kosovo, against a financial sum of 600 EUR per person. He had left Saranda in …

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Rama meeting with the Foreign Minister of the UK

Prime Minister Edi Rama, during his stay in New York, met with the Foreign Minister of Great Britain James Cleverly. “New York, With the British Foreign Minister, James Cleverly”, writes Rama. The head of the government is participating in the annual proceedings of the General Assembly as well as in …

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Former v.premier objects house checks in Constitutional Court

Former Vice Prime Minister, Arben Ahmetaj has opposed the decision on his house’s checks in the Constitutional Court, arguing that they are illegal. Through his defense lawyers, the former number two of the government appealed to the Constitutional Court the control of the cohabitant’s apartment. He requests the annulment of …

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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 …

News

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 …

News

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 …

News

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 …