Peleshi at the meeting of the ministers of NATO countries: Determined to fulfill the obligations to the Alliance
The Minister of Defense, Niko Peleshi, participated in the two-day meeting of the Ministers of Defense of the NATO countries, which was held in Brussels. During his speech, Peleshi emphasized Albania’s determination to fulfill its obligations towards the Alliance. One of these obligations is the increase in the level of …
New justice institutions to courageously take on impunity
The US Embassy to Tirana unveiled parts of the meeting that the US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken had during his visit to Albania with justice leaders. “Secretary of State Antony Blinken reiterated the United States’ enduring commitment to Albania’s justice reform during a meeting with justice leaders yesterday. Though …
A 22 year-old stabbed in Shkodra
A 22-year-old Armandio Gjoka was stabbed with a knife by another person, after a fight for weak motives. It is learned that the injury occurred in the “Skenderbeg” neighborhood. The police have identified the perpetrator, who is been declared wanted. Meanwhile, the young boy is out of danger. /abcnews.al …
Over 1000 police officers on alert during Blinken’s Vvsit to Tirana
The Albanian State Police took security measures ahead of the official visit of the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken to Tirana on Thursday. Around 1500 police officers will be on terrain during Blinken’s visit. 400 of them will be by the Guards of Republic while the others from the …
Rama: EU more aware of the importance of the Western Balkans
Prime Minister Edi Rama declared from Brussels that the European Union is more aware of the importance of the Western Balkans. In a joint media conference, with Oliver Ropke, President of the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC), Vera Jourova, Delegated Vice-President of the European Commission of Values and Transparency …
The gambling bill is approved with 72 votes in favor
The gambling bill was approved this Thursday in the plenary session in the Assembly with 72 votes in favor and two abstentions. The MPs who abstained were Erion Braçe and Fatmir Xhafaj. Lulzim Basha was also present in the meeting with the group of deputies who support him. /abcnews.al […] …
US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, arrives in Tirana
The American Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, has arrived in Tirana. The plane in which Blinken was traveling landed at the “Mother Teresa” airport at around 11:12. Blinken was hosted at the airport by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Igli Hasani. As part of this visit, measures have also been …
Ibrahim Lici, wanted for murder arrested in Turkey
Ibrahim Lici, was arrested in Turkey as Albania declared him wanted for ‘Murder’ committed in collaboration. He is accused for the murder of Endri Mustafa, in Shkoder 15 May 2021. According to the investigation of the prosecution, Lici was hiding in Turkey from months, but only now he could be …
Court leaves in Jail Altin Coku, suspected that forced a woman to suicide
Court in Tirana decided to leave in jail, Altin Coku, who is accused for causing the suicide of the 27-year-old woman, Sibela Abedini. The event happened few days ago in Kamza area of Tirana. The 39-year-old is suspected that published photos of the late Abedini, while they were in intimacy …
Blinken: I feel the warm atmosphere, the pyramid was rebuilt by the Albanian-American fund
US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, thanked the Albanians during the visit to the Pyramid of Tirana. He said that he feels the warm environment both outside and inside, stressing out that the pyramid was rebuilt by the Albanian-American fund. “Good afternoon to everyone, thank you for a wonderful welcome …
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 …
The Socialist Party of Albania has reacted to the escalating situation surrounding the protests in Tirana through a post on social media. In its statement, the Socialist Party emphasized that Albanians will not be held hostage by the past. The post was accompanied by a video showing clashes between protesters …