The murder of Besnik Hida in 2019, police has identified three executers
The murder of Besnik Hida, the 40-year-old who was executed in a bar in October 2019 in Lushnje, is revealed. According to the police, the executers of the 40-year-old was Laert Haxhiu, Orgest Bilbili and Ardian Ahmetaj, As a result of the evidence provided by the intensive investigation, the Court …
Punched Sali Berisha, the Court dismisses the case against Gerti Shehu
Tirana court this Thursday has decided to dismiss the case against Gerti Shehu, who punched Sali Berisha during the protest of December 6, 2022. The reason for this decision was the condition of the 31-year-old and his mental health. Judge Gert Hoxha decided to suspend the criminal case against Gert …
Tension in Kosovo, Rama: Not risk a second Donbass
Prime Minister Edi Rama has reacted again regarding the situation on Kosovo after the meeting held between the EU envoy for dialogue, Miroslav Lajcak, with the Deputy Prime Minister of Kosovo, Besnik Bislimi, and the chief negotiator of Serbia, Petar Petkovic, on Wednesday in Brussels. The EU needs to act …
The Assembly of Albania announces vacancies for 6 members of the KLGJ and KLP
The Parliament of Albania announced this Thursday the vacancies for 6 members of the KLGJ( The Supreme Judicial Council)and KLP (The High Prosecutorial Council) from the ranks of lawyers and civil society organizations The Assembly of Albania, based on law no. 115/2016. “On the governing bodies of the justice system” …
OTP Bank Albania wins Euromoney 2023 award as ‘The Best Bank in Albania’ for the fourth year in a row, strengthening its position as a leading financial institution in the banking industry
TIRANA, June 20, 2023 – OTP Bank Albania has been recognized as the winner of the prestigious Euromoney 2023 Award – “Best Bank in Albania” for the fourth year in a row, demonstrating its excellence and dedication to their customers. This achievement strengthens the status of OTP Bank Albania as …
Bar in high court’s building engulfed by flames
A fire engulfed the premises of a bar located on the fourth floor of the Supreme Court building this Thursday morning. According to the police, the incident happened around 08:05, where a fire broke out in a bar on the fourth floor terrace of the Supreme Court, at the intersection …
Several accompanied to police for questioning on Lezha’s execution
Police of Lezha have accompanied several people related to the murder of Nikolin Lekstakaj in Balldren, on the grounds who may have knowledge of the event but are not suspects. It is learned that among those accompanied are also relatives of the Nikulaj tribe, but there is still no suspected …
Xhaçka: Albania must be part of EU by 2030
The Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Olta Xhaçka emphasized that the process of Albania’s accession to the EU should be accelerated. At the meeting of the National Council for European Integration, the minister emphasized that Albania’s progress since the opening of negotiations is satisfactory, adding that she hopes that …
EU temporarily suspends agriculture funds for Albania
The European Union has temporarily cut off funds for Albania in the field of agriculture. The Delegation of the European Union in Tirana announced that the European Commission has taken precautionary measures based on initial information provided by the European Anti-Fraud Office [OLAF], following an investigation into allegations of corruption …
Abuse of duty and corruption, two officials of IKMT Berat arrested
Two officials of IKMT(National Inspectorate of Territorial Defense) in Berat have been arrested for the crimes “Abuse of duty” and “Passive corruption of persons exercising public functions”. The Court of First Instance in Berat has issued a security measure of arrest and imprisonment against two inspectors of the Environment and …
The Centre for Arbëresh Studies and Publications commemorated linguist and Albanologist Antonino Guzzetta on the 104th anniversary of his birth. Born on October 14, 1922, in Piana degli Albanesi, Sicily, Guzzetta devoted his career to preserving and promoting the Albanian language and Arbëresh culture. Guzzetta graduated from the University of …
Student-led demonstrations turn into violent confrontations, with attacks on state institutions and luxury buildings amid allegations of systemic corruption, police brutality and a deepening political crisis. Tirana Times, October 14, 2026 – Albania’s capital descended into scenes resembling a war zone Wednesday as anti-government protesters attacked state institutions, set fires …
Student-led protests in Albania have escalated into violent clashes with police, drawing international attention and raising fresh questions about government accountability, corruption and the future of young people. The demonstrations began with demands for better university conditions, lower education costs and greater financial support for students. However, they soon expanded …
Parliament Speaker Niko Peleshi condemned attacks on Parliament and public institutions during a violent protest in Tirana. He described the acts of vandalism and destruction as unacceptable. In a social media statement, Peleshi stressed that violence serves no cause and harms the public interest and society. He also rejected attempts …
Education Minister Mirela Kumbaro urged students to reject violence as protests entered their second day. She expressed deep concern over attacks on the Education Ministry and other public institutions. “Physical clashes and property destruction must never replace words, arguments and dialogue,” Kumbaro said. The minister defended students’ right to protest …
The US Embassy in Tirana issued a security alert on Tuesday, warning American citizens that violent protests could spread near government buildings. The embassy said a demonstration on Durrës Street, near Skanderbeg Square, turned violent after protesters threw stones. It warned that unrest could spread to nearby areas and government …
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Albania (KISH) condemned the removal of the Vatican flag during a protest in Tirana on Tuesday, calling the act unacceptable. In a public statement, the conference said protesters had targeted the Apostolic Nunciature, the Vatican’s diplomatic mission in Tirana. Several demonstrators removed the Vatican flag …
The German Embassy has shared the position of the European Union Delegation to Albania regarding the ongoing student protests in Tirana. The German Embassy has expressed the same position as the EU Delegation, which voiced concern over escalating tensions between law enforcement officers and young protesters and called on all …
Kosovo Prime Minister Albin Kurti announced during a government meeting that a proposal to establish a working group tasked with drafting, coordinating and harmonising a state strategy regarding appeal proceedings at the Kosovo Specialist Chambers in The Hague had been approved. Kurti stated that the first-instance verdict against the four …
The British Embassy in Tirana has reacted following clashes on the second day of protests outside the Ministry of Education. In a statement published on the Ministry’s official Facebook page, the embassy stressed that the right to protest does not justify the use of violence or damage to public and …