Investigative journalist Parim Olluri assaulted in Pristina
Kosovo investigative journalist, director of online media Insajderi, Parim Olluri, has been assaulted on Wednesday evening while returning home in Pristina. Original post Here
Pacolli to enter coalition with PAN, daily reports
The PDK-AAK-Nisma (PAN) reportedly has reached an accord with Behgjet Pacolli’s party, Alliance New Kosova (AKR) to enter coalition and form new institutions. Original post Here
UN Security Council meeting on Kosovo report today
The UN Security Council will convene today in New York to discuss a new quarterly report on Kosovo by the UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres. Original post Here
Haradinaj received SLS leader, Slobodan Petrovic
Leader of the Serbian Liberal Party (SLS), Slobodan Petrovic, was seen on Wednesday entering the building of the Alliance for the Future of Kosovo (AAK) to meet its leader, Ramush Haraidnaj. Original post Here
Constitutive session of Assembly resumes on 24 August
Kosovo Assembly session leader announced that constitutive session of Assembly will resume on 24 August at 10:00hrs. MPs are expected to elect the speaker after five consecutive sessions failed after PAN coalition MPs decided to boycott sessions. Original post Here
PAN promises ending boycott next Thursday
Representatives of the PDK-AAK-Nisma (PAN) coalition who won June election during a consultative meeting today proposed resumption of the constitutive session of Assembly on 24 August. Original post Here
TIRANA, June 26 – US magazine Quartz reports that Albania ranks among the 10 most affordable international destinations for this period. It highlights the country as one of Europe’s biggest tourism surprises. It cites its coastline, mountains and low costs. According to Quartz, travellers can save significantly when they choose …
TIRANA, June 26 – Defence Minister Ermal Nufi held a meeting at the Support Command of the Armed Forces. He underlined the role of the structure in managing crisis situations and field operations. He shared details of the visit through social media. Meanwhile, Nufi said that military structures must prioritise …
Foreign direct investment in Albania increased by 12% in the first quarter of 2026, reaching around 404 million euros. Banka e Shqipërisë reported that inflows rose from 361 million euros in the same period last year to 404 million euros this year. As a result, foreign investor interest in the …
TIRANA, June 26 – Prime Minister Edi Rama gave an interview to Italpress journalist Anna La Rosa, and he addressed Albania’s EU accession process, the migration agreement with Italy, and domestic protests over a tourism project. Rama said the EU accession process remains irreversible. He added that no actor can …
TIRANA, June 26 – Albania is marking the 82nd anniversary of the genocide against Cham Albanians through a series of events focused on historical memory, justice and cultural heritage. Meanwhile, Cham Week began in Tirana on “Dëshmorët e Kombit” boulevard with the installation “I Love Çamëria”, presented as a symbol …
Blerim Gashani said that Kosovo is working to ensure that it organizes the Mediterranean Games at the highest European standards. He announced that the First International Conference on the Security of Major Sports Events was held in Prishtina. The event is part of preparations for the “Prishtina 2030” Mediterranean Games. …
TIRANA, June 26 – The European Commission prepares proposals to grant economic benefits to European Union candidate countries before full membership, according to politico.eu. Albania is among the candidates mentioned in the plans. The initiative aims to accelerate enlargement while preserving entry standards. Governments seek faster progress in the process. …
TIRANA, June 26 – Minister of Interior Besfort Lamallari, together with State Police leaders, presented in Durrës the measures for ensuring public order and safety during the 2026 summer tourist season. Lamallari said the State Police, Border Police and the Maritime Police Unit will operate with increased capacity, modern technology …
TIRANA, June 26 – Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Andis Salla and Kosova’s Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Development Minister Armend Muja inspected the Morina Border Inspection Point. The ministers reviewed bilateral cooperation on food safety and cross-border trade procedures. Meanwhile, Salla said Albania and Kosova continue to strengthen institutional coordination. …
TIRANA, June 26 – Former French President François Hollande said Albania remains on course to join the European Union by 2030. He made the remarks in an interview with Top Channel. Hollande recalled that France recognized Albania as a candidate country during his presidency. Meanwhile, he said Albania has made …