Tourist from Bulgaria found dead in mountain of Jezerca
A tourist from Bulgaria was found dead on Jezerca mountain. He had started together with another person and while exploring the mountain they lost contact with each other. His friend has moved to Montenegro and is in good health, and from there he reported the serious incident. After the announcement, …
Liberation of Kosovo/ Begaj: Holy anniversary for the Albanians, we bow with respect before the martyrs and prominent figures
The President of the Republic of Albania, Bajram Begaj, addressed the Assembly of Kosovo in a solemn session for the 25th anniversary of liberation. He emphasized that this anniversary is sacred for the Albanian people. He added that Kosovo was not alone, but on its way it had the support …
Socialist Party celebrates its 33rd birthday/ Rama’s message of gratitude to socialists
Prime Minister Edi Rama, in a status on Facebook, commemorated the 33rd anniversary of the SP. Rama thanks all supporters and members of the Socialist Party. The prime minister also congratulated the people of Kosovo on the anniversary of the entry of NATO member forces, side by side with the …
INTERPOL official: Albania, active role in the exchange of information!
The general secretary of Interpol, Jurgen Stosk, spoke about the fight against crime at the European Interpol conference held in Tirana. He emphasized that a good cooperation is needed to achieve the expected results. He also appreciated the cooperation of Albania, adding that it has been ready for the exchange …
Court of Appeal gives the seal to the Reestablishment group by Sali Berisha
The Court of General Appeals decided that the seal and direction of the democratic party should pass to the Reestablishment group represented by Sali Berisha. The three judges of the Appeal decided to reject the appeal of the legal representatives of Lulzim Basha who sought the annulment of the decision …
Appeal Court against Corruption let in force the seizure of properties of Eldi Dizdari
The Appeal of the Court Against Corruption let in force the seizure of all the properties of Eldi Dizdari, declared wanted by the Interpol for drugs trafficking. He is accused for criminal organization on drugs trafficking in Italy. Court seized his properties as apartments, garages, properties, and bank accounts./abcnews.al […] …
Interpol European Conference in Tirana/ Minister Balla: Dedicated to fight against crime!
The 51st Interpol regional conference for Europe takes place this Tuesday. The International Criminal Police Organization gathers in Tirana about 200 representatives from the law enforcement agencies of European countries. At the start of this conference, a minute of silence was held in honor of the policemen who lost their …
Socialist Party convenes the National Assembly
The Socialist Party convenes the National Assembly this Tuesday, where it is expected to discuss the re-energization of the SP. Journalist Fiona Xhafaj reports for ABC News that the meeting will take place online and will begin at 5:00 p.m. The meeting will start with the speech of Prime Minister …
Rama in Pristina: Independence, with all the guarantees for Serbs in Kosovo, is the best solution
On the 25th anniversary of the Liberation, the International Conference for the 25th Anniversary of the NATO Intervention was held in Pristina; “Rugova and the West”. Also present at this meeting were Prime Minister Edi Rama, US Ambassador to Kosovo, Jeffrey Hovenier and the former Prime Minister of Italy, Masimmo …
Parliament excludes Flamur Noka for 10 days
Flamur Noka has been excluded for 10 days from plenary sessions in the Assembly. This measure was taken after the chaos created in the Assembly, the last session. Meanwhile, no measures have been taken by the Secretariat of Ethics for the other MPs for whom the SP demanded punishment. We …
Balkan members of the Catholic Church have praised “broad-minded, spontaneous” Pope Leo XIV for his education, experience and openness. Original post Here
Tirana Times, May 8,– On May 11, 2025, Albania will hold its tenth parliamentary elections since the fall of communism in 1991 – a moment expected to be decisive not only for the political fate of the main parties but also for the democratic future and European orientation of the …
The Socialists and Democrats are still likely to dominate the Albanian political landscape after elections on May 11, but a cluster of new parties and the introduction of diaspora postal votes are threatening to shake things up. Original post Here
The Democratic League of Kosovo has filed 17 lawsuits in a fresh legal challenge against the outgoing prime minister, Vetevendosje leader Albin Kurti, and his ministers. Original post Here
Anonymous social media accounts, a lack of financial transparency and the unethical use of AI could have an impact on voter opinion ahead of Albania’s May 11 parliamentary election, BIRN has found. Original post Here
In an interview with BIRN, Zef Mazi, Albania’s former chief negotiator with the EU, poured cold water on Prime Minister Edi Rama’s election promise of EU accession by 2030. Original post Here
TIRANA, Albania , May 6th (Tirana Times ) — On May 11, Albanians will head to the polls for parliamentary elections marked by a crowded field of contenders: 53 political parties and over 2,000 candidates will vie for 140 seats in the national legislature. While this diversity may signal political …
President Begaj welcomes His Majesty Abdullah II bin Al Hussein, King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, with a solemn ceremony. May 2, 2025 | TIRANA, Albania Tirana Times In a visit marked more by symbolism than substance, Jordan’s King Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein arrived in Tirana on Friday for …
Tirana Times | May 2nd | Prishtina, Kosovo — A unique cultural bridge between Kosovo and Saudi Arabia was inaugurated on Thursday with the opening of the “Urat” exhibition in central Prishtina, showcasing the Kingdom’s rich Islamic and cultural heritage. Organized in partnership between the Islamic Community of Kosovo and …
The involvement of individuals with criminal backgrounds or ties to the underworld among Albania’s so-called strategic investors must be examined in a broader context. Politically, this phenomenon represents one of the clearest signs of the symbiosis between crime and politics — and of the state being effectively captured by organized …