Film Explores Myth of Albanian Women’s Freedom Under Communism
A new documentary explores how Albania’s Communist dictatorship made false claims that it was granting women rights in education and employment and used them for propaganda purposes. Original post Here
Anniversary of the war, Rama message from Hiroshima
Prime Minister Edi Rama, who is on an official visit to Japan for several days now, has started the day with a status on his Facebook social network for the anniversary of the war in Ukraine. Rama from Hiroshima says that the Ukrainian people have shown an unparalleled resistance. “The …
Extension of detention time demanded for russian Spy
Svetlana Timofeeva has appeared this Friday in front of the court, this time at the request of the Prosecution, which requests the extension of detention’s term. Her defense has objected, as Timofeeva has passed the terms of detention and should have been released from prison. However, the Court of Elbasan …
Tirana’s mayor invites citizens to demostrate in support of Ukraine
Mayor of Tirana, Erion Veliaj has invited citizens this Friday to take part in the demonstration in support of the resistance of Ukrainian people on the first anniversary of the beginning of the Russian aggression. In a social networks statement, Veliaj declared that Tirana stands in solidarity with the right …
NATO “lands” in Durres/ 4 warships anchor in the Port for detecting landmines
4 ships of the NATO forces have landed at the Port of Durres, as part of joint exercises. Turkish, Dutch and Italian military ships will assist in the search for military mines in the Gulf of Durres. They will stay for a few days, exchanging experience with our Navy and …
March for Ukraine: One year since Russian aggression, Mayor Veliaj present
As part of the anniversary of the war in Ukraine, a march is being held in Tirana. Many citizens have left the Boulevard towards Tirana City Hall. Mayor Veliaj, the Ukrainian ambassador, ambassador Kim, minister Spiropali and other well-known figures are present at the march. Citizens are standing in front …
Berisha closes the “revolution”, warns another protest on March 3
Former Prime Minister Sali Berisha spoke to the media at the entrance of the “Blue Headquarters” after closing the protest in front of the parliament. He calls the scandal involving Prime Minister Rama a monstrous and anti-constitutional crime. “Crime against the prime minister or crime-minister, Edi Rama, has committed a …
Car burned to bare metal at night in Korca
Mercedez-Benz” type vehicle owned by citizen Mateo Dersnik was engulfed in flames in the city of Korça on the first hours of this Thursday morning. The vehicle was parked near the house, while it is suspected the burning was intentional. On his part, the owner of the vehicle stated that …
Democrat MPs seek annulment of parliament exclusion decision
MPs of the Democratic Party (PD) have demanded this Thursday the suspension of exemptions from plenary sessions, a decision taken by the Ethics Commission, after the last plenary session, where there were tensions and noise. Through a letter addressed to Speaker Nikolla, they have requested a meeting of the Bureau …
“Albanian day in Tokyo”, Rama: A beautiful moment of the visit
Prime Minister Edi Rama continues his official visit to Japan. This morning he published photos from the meeting with the Albanian community in Japan, as well as with representatives of the state, entrepreneurship, culture and sports of this amazing and hospitable country. “Albanian Day in Tokyo was a beautiful moment …
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 …
TIRANA, August 10 – Interior Minister Besfort Lamallari and State Police Director General Skënder Hita thanked around 300 police officers, firefighters and Armed Forces personnel involved in the Kruja wildfire operation. Lamallari praised their work in evacuating residents and managing the fire, which strong winds intensified. He said special forces, …