The murder of the young man in Vlora, the perpetrator is suspected to be a contract killer
New details have been revealed from the execution of the 23-year-old in Vlora. Journalist Elton Nika told ABC News that Gezim Sinomati was allegedly shot from the back seat of the car at a distance of about 34-40 meters. The 23-year-old was shot by a sniper from a “BMW” type …
Robbery, drugs and accidents, 12 arrested in Tirana
At least 12 citizens have been arrested for various criminal offences. According to the Tirana Police, narcotics were found in vehicles during checks carried out on the main roads. Several people have also been arrested for robbery. So the procedural materials were passed to the Prosecutor’s Office at the Court …
Who are 5 arrested for beating three Albanians in Montenegro
Names of 3 of the 5 arrested in Montenegro for violence against 3 Albanians have been revealed this Monday. According to the Montenegrin Police, the arrested are Branko Vuksanovic, Sergej Devic and Kosto DunCerovic. All these people live in Zelenika, exactly in the neighborhood where the incident happened. Based on …
Infrastructure Minister releases report of 2023, what’s expected in 2024
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Infrastructure and Energy, Belinda Balluku, made this Monday the balance of the year 2023, while she said that important infrastructure works are expected to be completed during this year. During a conference, Minister Balluku listed the Llogara Tunnel, the Thumanë-Kashar axis as well as …
Ten accompanied to police after Vlora sniper assassination
Ten people have been accompanied to the police of Vlora until this Monday morning in connection with the incident that happened on Sunday evening around 10:00 p.m. where a 23-year-old man was killed. A single bullet to the head is believed to have taken his life. Sources from the police …
Shkodra man arrested for planting explosives, injury
A 28-year-old man, identified as Seadet Muftija, has been arrested by the Police in Shkodër, as informed this Monday. He is suspected of being involved in serious criminal offences. According to the police, the 28-year-old is a suspect for destruction of property with explosives, destruction of property with strong tools, …
Killer of Vlora sniper assassination’s unidentified, burned vehicle found
Perpetrator of yesterday evening’s assassination in Vlora, where 23-year-old Gëzim Sinomataj was killed, is still unaccounted for. Police announce that the Eagle, Operational, Delta, and National Security Forces are in pursuit of the perpetrators of the incident where the 23-year-old citizen was shot dead. Perpetrators allegedly abandoned the “BMW” type …
Three of Albanian citizens’ assailants in Montenegro identified
Police of Montenegro have identified three suspects, who attacked and raped three Albanian citizens on the main street of the city of Zelenika. According to the information so far, Police Department confirmed that cause of the incident was a traffic dispute, but without giving any other additional details. “Today in …
Durres man denies having pushed wife to committ suicide
Testimony of Xhemal Loka, the husband of 41-year-old Bedrie Loka, who killed himself by drinking phototoxin in Durrës, has been revealed this Sunday. After being interrogated by the police, he denied that he pushed his wife to commit suicide. Loka has stated that the woman killed herself precisely because of …
Durres brothers into police custody on cocaine dealing charges
Two brothers have been caught by the Durrës police in the framework of “Temple” national operation, as they were distributing cocaine near schools, in various bars and premises. During the operation, 1 kg and 50 grams of cocaine, 2 electronic scales that these citizens used to divide the narcotic substance …
Minister of Defense Ermal Nufi welcomed today members of the US Senate and House of Representatives staff at the Ministry of Defense. The US officials are taking part in the “Balkans Forward Congressional Fellowship 2026”, organized by the Atlantic Council. During the meeting, Nufi highlighted Albania’s growing role in Euro-Atlantic …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said today that planned investments in Sazan and Zvërnec will not harm protected areas. Speaking in an interview on “Flasim Shqip”, Rama explained that Sazan is not a protected area. He added that Zvërnec holds the status of a protected landscape under Category V. According to …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said today that investments in Zvërnec and Sazan are expected to attract other high-level investors to Albania. Speaking to journalist Rudina Xhunga on the “Flasim Shqip” program, Rama highlighted several major projects that could follow the investments in Sazan and Zvërnec. “They will create an experience …
Prime Minister Edi Rama said today that investors have never asked to buy Sazan Island and that the Albanian state will become a partner in the investment. Speaking to journalist Rudina Xhunga on the “Flasim Shqip” program, Rama addressed the investment plans for Sazan. He stressed that no one has …
The two floating thermal power plants will receive licenses, Minister of Infrastructure and Energy Enea Karakaçi said today. Karakaçi explained that the Energy Regulatory Entity (ERE) postponed its licensing decision because the authorities still need to complete several documents. Speaking to reporters after the government meeting, the minister addressed the …
Geotechnical and geophysical field surveys have started for the Korçë gasification project, Mayor Sotiraq Filo announced today. Filo described gasification as one of the city’s most important projects for the future. The project aims to build a modern natural gas distribution network. It will provide a more efficient energy and …
The Goddess of Butrint, one of Albania’s best-known archaeological heritage works, has returned to the place where archaeologists discovered it, the ancient city of Butrint. Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Blendi Gonxhja announced the return after the statue travelled from Butrint to Rome and later to the National Historical …
The Council of Ministers has proposed amendments to the Law on Environmental Protection to strengthen nature restoration, carbon removal certification and financial support for environmental projects. The draft law adds the “restoration of natural elements” as a new measure for environmental protection. The Council of Ministers will approve specific measures …
The National Theatre of Opera, Ballet and Folk Ensemble opened its new artistic season last night with an “Opera Gala”. The special evening celebrated lyrical music and brought together powerful voices, orchestral music and emotion on stage. The artists performed a rich program of world opera masterpieces. The gala marked …
Skënderbeu and Tirana shared the points after a dramatic 1-1 draw in Korçë in the fourth week of the Abissnet Superiore. A packed stadium created an intense atmosphere, with strong support from both sets of fans. The match also saw moments of tension between the two fan groups. Tirana started …