Mujahideen accuse state police of killing camp member
One of the residents of the MEK camp of Mujahideen in Manza area has declared Tuesday that one of them has been killed by Albanian police forces. Journalist Leonidha Musaj reports for ABC News that sources inside the camp told him that during the search, the police allegedly killed a …
Government: MEK violated the agreement. Police: No victims!
The Ministry of the Interior has reacted to the tensions in the mujahedin camp, where this morning after the police check inside the camp premises. “Today’s operation of the State Police in the location of the MEK in Manez of Durrës is in full implementation of the SPAK order and …
Today meeting of the National Council, a candidacy for the new chairman of Democratic Party
The National Council of the Democratic Party has started the work behind closed doors around 12:30. Journalist Erneta Shevroja reports that the members are discussing the composition of the Electoral Commission and the approval of the seven names proposed by the presidency. This is the only item expected to be …
Bardhi:17 deputies will not be in the National Council
At the end of the meeting of the parliamentary group, Gazment Bardhi said that with the elections for the head of the democratic party, the statutes are being violated, but in the end he emphasized that it is the majority that decides. “After the elections, we thought that the important …
Albania Awaits Predicted Surge in UK Tourists
As low costs announce quantum increase in flights to Albania, some UK media predict ‘millions’ of British tourists will visit what was once a niche destination. Original post Here
Rama appeal to Kurti to do not lose North of Kosovo
While warning the escalation of relations between Albania and Serbia if the three kidnapped policemen are not released, Prime Minister Edi Rama also conveyed a message to his counterpart, Albin Kurti. In the post he shared a while ago on Twitter, Rama appeals to Kurt to reflect on his actions. …
Rama warns Vucic to release three Kosovo policemen
Prime Minister Edi Rama has again called for the release of three policemen kidnapped in the north by Serbian forces. Through a post on Twitter, the head of the Albanian government warns that if the three policemen are not released this week, the relationships between Albania and Serbia will be …
Debate about Fier incinerator, Bllako: I am accused for something i did not have the autorithy
The Defense Conclusions session for the Fier incinerator causes debate in the Special Court, where Alqi Blako issued charges against the Special Prosecutor’s Office. Bllako said that all this attack was orchestrated within a specific agenda. Journalist Ermal Vija reports for ABC News that Alqi Blako claims that he was …
“Election within July 23″/ The process in Rrogozhina e Kukes, Celibashi: We will set the date with the President
Rrogozhina and Kukes will have new elections for the mayor, even though the reasons are different. The Electoral College forced a repeat of voting in Rrogozhina, because the victory of the Socialist Party was determined by the votes of prisoners, while Kukes will elect a new mayor after the sexual …
As Kosovo crisis continues, Prishtina’s growing rift with Tirana causes concern
TIRANA, June 19, 2023 – Growing concern is being expressed in Albania over an increasing rift with Kosovo, as the Tirana government has adopted a critical approach toward the government in Prishtina, at a time of escalating tensions with Serbia over northern Kosovo. Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has taken …
Albania faces another potentially costly international dispute after losing several arbitration cases in recent years that have exposed the state to hundreds of millions of euros in compensation and related liabilities. Tirana Times, August 10, 2026 – Albania is no stranger to costly international arbitration. Over the past decade, the …
TIRANA, August 10 – High passenger and vehicle flows continue at Albania’s ports and border crossing points (BCP-s) during the peak tourist season. Thousands of people and vehicles have entered and left the country in recent hours. At the Port of Vlora, around 2,700 passengers are expected today on 3 …
TIRANA, August 10 – Albania’s annual inflation rate rose to 3.4% in July 2026, from 2.5% in July 2025. Consumer prices also increased by 0.2% from June. According to INSTAT data, food and non-alcoholic beverages made the largest contribution to annual inflation at 1.18 percentage points. The group covering housing, …
TIRANA, August 10 – Tradition, history and local cuisine came together at the 7th edition of “Mokra n’Fest”, held near the stone bridge in Golikë, Pogradec. The festival brought together local residents, visitors and emigrants who returned to their hometowns. An artisan fair and traditional food highlighted local products, including …
TIRANA, August 10 – Durrës Port recorded high passenger traffic during the first 10 days of August, as the summer travel season reached its peak. According to the Durrës Port Authority, 75,962 passengers travelled through the port between August 1 and 10. Most of the traffic involved arrivals, with 51,259 …
TIRANA, August 10 – Durrës remains a popular choice for foreign tourists spending their summer holidays in Albania. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared a video today featuring visitors from Germany, the Netherlands, England, the Czech Republic, Italy and other countries. Rama said the city’s sea, history, culture and Albanian hospitality …
TIRANA, August 10 – Problem loans in Albania’s banking system fell again in June. They accounted for 3.7% of total lending, down from 3.77% in May. According to Bank of Albania statistics, this marks the lowest level since 2007. The ratio also fell by 0.31 percentage points from June 2025. …
TIRANA, August 10 – Albania faces a high wildfire risk this afternoon and tomorrow, with temperatures reaching 40°C. The Institute of Geosciences (IGJEO) has placed 5 counties under a high-risk warning for forest fires. The warning covers Lezha, Durrës, Tirana, Elbasan and Fier. IGJEO expects a moderate risk in Shkodër, …
TIRANA, August 10 – Albania’s civil aviation sector is recording new highs in 2026 as summer tourism drives passenger and flight traffic. Infrastructure and Energy Minister Enea Karakaçi visited the public company Albcontrol today, to review measures for managing the increased air traffic. Albcontrol Director Dritan Isaku said the organisation …
TIRANA, August 10 – Albania opposes any unilateral change to the course of the Ibër River, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha said today. He was responding to Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic’s remarks about a possible change to the river’s course and the involvement of Serbian experts and …