Witness X who rocked Albanian politics, arrested in Kosovo
Albanian national, Albert Veliu, identified as Witness X in the wiretaps published recently by media in Tirana alleging that brother of minister of Interior is involved with an international drug trafficking gang, has been arrested on Monday in Kosovo. Original post Here
Ghana considering withdrawing of Kosovo’s recognition, according to Belgrade media
Ghana will consider withdrawing recognition of Kosovo’s independence. This is what media in Belgrade are reporting after a meeting Serbian Parliament Speaker, Maja Gojkovic, had with its Ghana counterpart, Aron Michael Oquaje. Original post Here
Threats against Kosovo Serbs who are part of the KSF continue
An Opel Corsa vehicle was set on fire at around two o’clock in the village of Zupce, Zubin Potok, on Sunday. Only material damages were reported. Original post Here
Association of Serb-majority Municipalities by the end of year
Kosovo chief negotiator in technical dialogue with Serbia, Avni Arifi, says the Association of Serb-majority Municipalities will be established by the end of this year at latest, if the entire process will be in compliance with the Constitution and applicable laws of Kosovo. Original post Here
EU urges Kosovo to review the Kosovo Liberation Army veterans’ issue
Economic growth was noted as a positive achievement for Kosovo supported by strong export growth and investment, while major structural obstacles to growth and competitiveness were underlined as a challenge, by representatives of the EU Member States, the Western Balkans and Turkey, the European Commission and the European Central Bank, …
Kosovo Police arrests Serbian man wanted by Interpol
The Kosovo Police have arrested on Friday a Kosovo Serb who was in the wanted list of Interpol. Original post Here
EU wants Kosovo-Serbia dialogue to start in June, says Blerim Shala
Blerim Shala, political advisor to Kosovo President Hashim Thaci, said that western powers have agreed on principles of the final phase of dialogue between Kosovo and Serbia. Original post Here
Thaci met Head of EULEX to discuss mission’s mandate
President Hashim Thaci met today head of EULEX, Alexandra Papadopoulou, when they discussed conclusion of the current mandate of the EU Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo. Original post Here
Kosovo is wasting time with Association of Serb Municipalities, says chief negotiator
Kosovo chief negotiator in technical talks with Serbia, Avni Arifi, says that establishment of the Association of Serb-majority Municipalities should not be among top priorities of Kosovo saying that Kosovo is “wasting time” with the Association. Original post Here
Germany against giving Thaci a leading role in dialogue with Serbia
Germany is opposing Hashim Thaci’s plans to take a leading role in dialogue with Serbia. This was reflected also during a meeting that Thaci had with German Chancellor Angela Merkel in Berlin on 9 May. Reportedly Merkel was not happy with the way Kosovo authorities have arrested and deported Head …
TIRANA, August 10 – Albania is stepping up work on its European Union integration process, with more than 20 draft laws already prepared for Chapters 16 and 29. Deputy Finance Minister Endrit Yzeiraj said the first half of 2026 brought heavy workloads and strategic tasks, but EU integration remained a …
Albania faces another potentially costly international dispute after losing several arbitration cases in recent years that have exposed the state to hundreds of millions of euros in compensation and related liabilities. Tirana Times, August 10, 2026 – Albania is no stranger to costly international arbitration. Over the past decade, the …
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 …