Kosovo PM Haradinaj reacts to Putin’s statements
Kosovo Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj has reacted to Russian President Vladimir Putin statements who said the US and Western allies are destabilising Balkans. Original post Here
Kosovo revokes tariffs for Serbia’s goods imported before 100 percent tax imposed
Kosovo Government has decided on Tuesday to revoke 100% tariffs on Serbian and Bosnia-Herzegovina goods that were imported before 21 November, when the measures were initially imposed. Original post Here
EU Commissioner Hahn to visit Kosovo tomorrow
European Commissioner Johannes Hahn, responsible for European neighbourhood policy and enlargement negotiations, is expected to visit Kosovo on Thursday when he will meet Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj, Kosovo’s Government confirms. Original post Here
US insists: Kosovo to revoke tax on Serbia’s goods
US Embassy to Pristina urged again on Wednesday Kosovo authorities to revoke tax on Serbia’s goods saying that Kosovo benefits nothing from the tax. Original post Here
Ex-KLA commander questioned by Hague prosecutors as ‘suspected witness’
Former Kosovo Liberation Army, KLA, Rrustem Mustafa, known for his name du guerre as Remi, has briefly addressed media after a two-day questioning by prosecutors of the Specialist Prosecutor’s Office at The Hague. Original post Here
Kosovo Customs opens office in Albania’s port
The Kosovo Customs opened on Tuesday an office at Albania’s biggest sea port of Durres, marking a further important step towards closer economic cooperation between the two countries. Original post Here
Kosovo Marks 20th Anniversary of Recak Massacre
Thousands of citizens gathered in the village of Recak on Tuesday to mark the 20th anniversary of the massacre of more than 40 Albanians by Serb security forces, seen by many as crime against humanity that led to NATO intervention in the 1998-99 war with Serbia. Original post Here
Tax on Serbia’s goods will not be revoked despite US request, says Kosovo PM
Kosovo Prime Minister, Ramush Haradinaj, said Tuesday that the U.S. officially asked revocation of the decision on imposing 2100 percent tax for all goods imported from Serbia and Bosnia-Herzegovina. But Haradinaj said the decision on tax will not be revoked until Serbia recognises Kosovo’s independence. Original post Here
Kosovo’s President Thaci goes to Hague in March, according to journalist
Journalist Vehbi Kajtazi says the President of Kosovo Hashim Thaci most likely will be invited by the Kosovo war crimes court within months. Kajtazi appearing in T7 program ‘Pressing’ says the most sever crimes in Kosovo are committed after the end of war in June 1999. Original post Here
Kosovo’s Haradinaj denied US visa because of tax on Serbia’s goods, according to Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera Balkans is reporting that Kosovo Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj was denied a US visa because of the decision to impose 100 percent tax on goods imported from Serbia and Bosna and Herzegovina. Original post Here
Tickets reserved for Albanian fans are now on sale for the San Marino-Albania match in the UEFA Nations League, League C. The match will take place on September 29, 2026, at the San Marino Stadium. Albanian fans who want to support the national team away from home can buy tickets …
President Bajram Begaj has marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in the United States. He paid tribute to the 2,977 people who lost their lives. In a social media post, Begaj expressed his condolences and solidarity with the victims’ families and loved ones. “A quarter …
Foreign visitors spent a record €2.38 billion in Albania during the first six months of 2026, according to the latest data from the Bank of Albania. The figure marks the highest level ever recorded for the first half of a year. It also confirms the growing role of tourism in …
The U.S. Embassy in Tirana has marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in the United States. In a Facebook post, the embassy honored the memory of the thousands of people who lost their lives. It also paid tribute to the heroes who emerged in New …
Germany supports Albania’s membership in the European Union. However, Berlin says the pace of accession talks will depend on the implementation of reforms. In an interview with Deutsche Welle, German Ambassador to Tirana Karl Bergner praised Albania’s progress. He also stressed the importance of strengthening the rule of law and …
Foreign direct investment (FDI) in Albania rose sharply during the first six months of 2026. FDI reached €1.144 billion, marking a 50% increase compared with the same period last year. Data from the Bank of Albania on the country’s balance of payments show that FDI flows reached €741 million in …
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha announced today that Luxair will launch direct flights between Luxembourg and Tirana. Hoxha welcomed the arrival of another European airline in Albania. He described the development as excellent news for the country. Starting March 29, 2027, Luxair will operate the new route …
Albania is exploring plans to build an LNG terminal on its Adriatic coast. The proposed terminal would receive US liquefied natural gas (LNG) by ship. It would then store the LNG and convert it from a liquid into gas. The gas could enter regional pipelines and reach countries across the …
Speaker of the Albanian Parliament Niko Peleshi met with Michael Hammer, chairman of the Austrian National Council’s Friendship Group with Albania, and its delegation. Peleshi highlighted the long-standing friendship between Albania and Austria. He said the two countries have strengthened their ties over the years through political cooperation and exchanges …
The leader of the Democratic Party, Sali Berisha, has been honored with the Key to the City of Mesquite, Texas, as part of his visit to the United States. The key was presented to Berisha by Mesquite Mayor Daniel Aleman Jr., according to the Democratic Party’s press office. “During the …