Rama in the conference with Zelensky: Honored to welcome a leader of the resistance, Albanian nation supports Ukraine
At the end of the summit held in Tirana, Prime Minister Edi Rama is holding a summit with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the end of the summit in Tirana. The head of the government appreciated the fact that the Ukrainian president is fighting, but also working hard for his …
Rama before he summit: Solidarity meeting against Russian aggression
Prime Minister Edi Rama started the day with a post about the summit that will be held today for Ukraine. The head of the government stated that he is proud of Albania, which today hosts the summit and the Ukrainian leader. “Good morning and with pride for Albania, which today …
Albania to open the embassy within a year in Ukraine
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Igli Hasani, held a press statement with his Ukrainian counterpart, Dmytro Kuleba, before the start of the summit for Ukraine that will be held in Tirana. Hasani emphasized that Albania supports territorial integrity while adding that work is underway to open the Albanian embassy in …
Kuleba in Tirana: Grateful to Albania for the support, Russia should be held responsible for war crimes
The Ukrainian Foreign Minister, Dmyrti Kuleba expressed his gratitude for the organization of Albania for the the summit for Ukraine. In a joint press conference in Tirana with his Albanian counterpart, Igli Hasani, Kuleba said that Russia should be held responsible for war crimes. “It is really good to be …
Zelensky: Rama, steadfast friend of Ukraine
The Ukrainian president, Volodymyr Zelensky, has described Prime Minister Edi Rama as a steadfast friend of Ukraine. Through a post on social networks, Zelensky stated that in Tirana, where the Ukraine-Southeastern Europe summit will take place, he will discuss with Rama about cooperation in defense and politics. “Today I work …
Summit for Ukraine, Rama welcomes Zelensky
The head of the government, Edi Rama, received the president of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, at the Prime Minister’s office this Monday morning. The two leaders will hold a one-on-one meeting. Afterwards, a meeting between the respective delegations will follow, which will end with the signing of an agreement between the …
Zelensky in Tirana, Albania and Ukraine signed the treaty of friendship
Albania and Ukraine have signed the treaty of friendship and cooperation between the two countries. The treaty serves to consolidate the friendship between the two countries and peoples, through the expansion and strengthening of cooperation in various fields of mutual interest. Rama and Zelensky will open the Ukraine-Southeastern Europe summit, …
Zelensky’s visit and summit for Ukraine and WB; roads that will be blocked
The Director for the Public Security, Rebani Jaupi made public this Tuesday the plan of measures taken by police in order to guarantee the important activities that will be organized in Albania on 28-29 February. According to him, the State Police and Republic Guard took measures to block the traffic. …
Children killed father in Durres, new arrests expected
New arrests are expected on the case of the murder of Pellumb Meta in Durres, by his children who are actually under arrest. Police informed Tuesday that investigations are going on in order to shed light on this event. Sources confirmed for albaniandailynews.com that under investigation is the wife of …
Member of the Bajri group/ Denis Brajovic s arrested in the United Emirates
Denis Brajovic has been arrested in the United Emirates. The 36-year-old, a member of the Bajri group. He is suspected of being the author of a murder of Gjon Boriçi, on 09.08.2020, in Shkoder. The United Emirates has started the official information at the Ministry of Interior about his arrest …
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Masked protesters continued to clash with police in Tirana on Thursday. They damaged public spaces and private businesses as unrest spread across the capital. After vandalizing businesses on Elbasan Street, masked youths set a kiosk ablaze on Dëshmorët e Kombit Boulevard. Flames engulfed the structure and sent thick smoke into …
President Bajram Begaj has called on citizens and all parties involved in the recent protests to reject violence and prioritize dialogue. He stressed that Albania needs calm, responsibility and cooperation. In a message to the public, Begaj said he had followed both the protesters’ demands and the acts of violence …
The OSCE Presence in Albania has welcomed President Bajram Begaj’s call for calm and inclusive dialogue amid the recent unrest. It has also offered to help facilitate talks if the parties request its support. In a statement, the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) joined the President’s appeal …
The EU Delegation in Tirana issued a statement on Thursday regarding the student protests, condemning the escalation of violence and damage to property. In its statement, the delegation called on protesters to refrain from violence. According to the EU, constructive dialogue among all parties is the only way forward to …
Education Minister Mirela Kumbaro has responded following three days of protests by university and high school students, calling on parents, teachers, and the wider community to work together to ensure the safety of young people and prevent the situation from escalating. In a message addressed to parents, pupils, and university …
The Tirana Chamber of Commerce and Industry has reacted to acts of violence and damage to public and private property during protests in the capital, condemning attacks on institutions, banks, shopping centers, and business premises. In its statement, the Chamber emphasized that peaceful protest is a fundamental right in a …
Student protests continue to escalate in the capital. In the former Blloku area, private businesses have begun taking protective measures, installing security shutters and reinforcing their commercial premises. These security measures follow incidents reported in recent hours, during which some young protesters attacked and damaged private property, as well as …
The General Director of the State Police, Skënder Hita, said during a press conference at the State Police General Directorate that 71 police officers had been injured in acts of violence over the three days of protests in Tirana. Hita called on parents and teachers not to allow children and …
The Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has provided the latest update on the condition of those injured during the protests. According to the official statement, a total of 14 injured people were admitted to the University Trauma Hospital, including eight police officers, four protesters and two minors. Four police …