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Palmer: UN membership is the goal of Kosovo-Serbia dialogue

The US Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary of State, Matthew Palmer, who visited Pristina and Belgrade a few days ago, said that Kosovo’s membership in the UN is the goal of the Kosovo-Serbia negotiations. Original post Here

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Opposition initiative to probe lobbying activities of Kosovo President Thaci

Parliamentary group of the biggest opposition party in Kosovo – LDK is asking a parliamentary inquiry into the unauthorized expenses of the President’s Office and Government for lobbying activities. Original post Here

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Merkel commends Kosovo for constructive dialogue with Serbia in phone call with Thaci

German Chancellor Angela Merkel had a telephone conversation on Tuesday with Kosovo President Hashim Thaci. According to Thaci’s office the main topic of conversation was strengthening of mutual relations between the two countries and necessity to continue the dialogue between Kosovo and Serbia on normalisation of relations. Original post Here

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Kosovo's Parliament supports commission to probe deportation of six Turks

Kosovo Parliament has on Tuesday voted to establish a commission to investigate how and why six Turkish citizens, suspected of being members of Fetullah Gulen movement, were arrested and deported to Turkey. Original post Here

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Austria’s support for visa liberalisation extremely important, says Kosovo DPM Hoxhaj

Kosovo Deputy Prime Minister, Enver Hoxhaj, in an interview for the Austrian-based APA stressed the importance of Austria’s support during the EU presidency, Kosovo’s integration process, and especially visa liberalization. Original post Here

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Haradinaj asks Bulgarian PM to help Kosovo become member of international organisations

Kosovo Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj asked his Bulgarian counterpart Boyko Borissov to support European path of Kosovo and help the country become member of international organisations and get new recognitions. Original post Here

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EU-Western Balkans Summit tops the agenda of Bulgarian PM visit in Kosovo

Representation of Kosovo in the EU-Western Balkans Summit set to take place on 16-17 May in Sofia, was one of the main topics of the meetings that Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borissov had with Kosovo state leaders in Pristina. Original post Here

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Kukan to Kosovo: Do not expect positive reports from the European Commission

The member of the European Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee and chairman of the Committee on Cooperation with the Western Balkans, Eduard Kukan, said that Kosovo and Bosnia and Herzegovina should not expect positive reports from the European Commission this year. Original post Here

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Association only according to the Constitutional Court’s decision

National Coordinator for State Reforms, Besnik Tahiri, has asked the state reform be courageous, long-term and strategic. Original post Here

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Kosovo opposition no-confidence initiative about to fail

The initiative of the opposition Democratic League of Kosovo (LDK) for a joint round table of all political parties aimed at finding a formula for ending political crisis in Kosovo and set the date of early elections, is about to fail. Original post Here

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Velipoja Beach draws large numbers of domestic and foreign tourists

TIRANA, August 11 – Velipoja Beach remains one of Albania’s most popular summer destinations. The beach stretches for more than 14 km and attracts large numbers of domestic and foreign visitors this season. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared footage of the Velipoja coastline on social media today. He highlighted the …

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Youth Wave Festival in Shkodër brings temporary traffic restrictions

TIRANA, August 11 – Shkodër will host the second edition of the Youth Wave Festival on August 12. The event marks International Youth Day and will take place in front of the “Republika” Cinema. Shkodër Municipality said the festival will bring temporary parking and traffic restrictions in the area. Parking …

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Kosova Chamber of Commerce: Delays in forming institutions are hurting economy

TIRANA, August 11 – The Kosova Chamber of Commerce and Industry has expressed concern over delays in constituting parliament and forming the government. The chamber warned that the lack of functioning institutions is creating uncertainty and causing further damage to the economy and local businesses. The chamber called on parliamentary …

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Albania ranks first worldwide in cyber security index, PM Rama hails historic success

TIRANA, August 11 – Albania ranks first worldwide in the National Cyber Security Index (NCSI), with 98.33 points. Prime Minister Edi Rama announced the ranking today. He said Albania has moved from being the target of one of the most serious cyber attacks against a NATO member to becoming a …

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Fire reignites in Mallakastër, 2 Air Tractors deployed

TIRANA, August 11 – A fire has reignited in Drenie, Mallakastër, on Tuesday. The flames have spread in the northern part of the fire zone towards Drenie village. The National Civil Protection Agency said 2 Air Tractor aircraft are fighting the fire from the air. On the ground, 5 firefighting …

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EU: Statements on possible changes to Ibër River flow should be avoided

TIRANA, August 11 – The European Union has called for restraint over statements about a possible change to the Ibër River’s flow. It also called for actions that do not serve the normalization of relations between Kosova and Serbia to be avoided. A European Commission spokesperson said on August 11 …

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EU-Albania security partnership targets hybrid and cyber threats

TIRANA, August 11 – The European Union and Albania have deepened cooperation on security and defence through their Security and Defence Partnership. The partnership focuses on common challenges and threats. The EU Delegation in Albania said today’s threats know no borders. It added that security and defence partnerships turn shared …

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Public beaches increase by 67%, with 1,689 plots available in 2026

TIRANA, August 11 – The number of public beach plots and stations has increased significantly this summer. Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Blendi Gonxhja said 1,689 public plots are available in 2026. Last year, the figure stood at 1,014. According to data from the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and …

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PM Rama responds to Belgrade over Ibër: Rivers follow geography, not diplomatic points

TIRANA, August 11 – Prime Minister Edi Rama has responded to the dispute between Albanian Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha and Serbian Foreign Minister Marko Duric over Serbia’s intention to change the course of the Ibër River. Rama described the exchange as an interesting summer debate. He said Albania has no …

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Hot weather to push temperatures up to 40 degrees Celsius

TIRANA, August 11 – Albania will experience stable atmospheric conditions on Tuesday, according to the Military Meteorological Service. Clear skies will prevail across the country. Passing clouds will develop over mountainous areas from midday through the afternoon. Local rain may accompany the clouds in the high mountains of southern Albania. …

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Velipoja Beach draws large numbers of domestic and foreign tourists

TIRANA, August 11 – Velipoja Beach remains one of Albania’s most popular summer destinations. The beach stretches for more than 14 km and attracts large numbers of domestic and foreign visitors this season. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared footage of the Velipoja coastline on social media today. He highlighted the …

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Youth Wave Festival in Shkodër brings temporary traffic restrictions

TIRANA, August 11 – Shkodër will host the second edition of the Youth Wave Festival on August 12. The event marks International Youth Day and will take place in front of the “Republika” Cinema. Shkodër Municipality said the festival will bring temporary parking and traffic restrictions in the area. Parking …

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Kosova Chamber of Commerce: Delays in forming institutions are hurting economy

TIRANA, August 11 – The Kosova Chamber of Commerce and Industry has expressed concern over delays in constituting parliament and forming the government. The chamber warned that the lack of functioning institutions is creating uncertainty and causing further damage to the economy and local businesses. The chamber called on parliamentary …

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Albania ranks first worldwide in cyber security index, PM Rama hails historic success

TIRANA, August 11 – Albania ranks first worldwide in the National Cyber Security Index (NCSI), with 98.33 points. Prime Minister Edi Rama announced the ranking today. He said Albania has moved from being the target of one of the most serious cyber attacks against a NATO member to becoming a …

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Fire reignites in Mallakastër, 2 Air Tractors deployed

TIRANA, August 11 – A fire has reignited in Drenie, Mallakastër, on Tuesday. The flames have spread in the northern part of the fire zone towards Drenie village. The National Civil Protection Agency said 2 Air Tractor aircraft are fighting the fire from the air. On the ground, 5 firefighting …

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EU: Statements on possible changes to Ibër River flow should be avoided

TIRANA, August 11 – The European Union has called for restraint over statements about a possible change to the Ibër River’s flow. It also called for actions that do not serve the normalization of relations between Kosova and Serbia to be avoided. A European Commission spokesperson said on August 11 …

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EU-Albania security partnership targets hybrid and cyber threats

TIRANA, August 11 – The European Union and Albania have deepened cooperation on security and defence through their Security and Defence Partnership. The partnership focuses on common challenges and threats. The EU Delegation in Albania said today’s threats know no borders. It added that security and defence partnerships turn shared …

News

Public beaches increase by 67%, with 1,689 plots available in 2026

TIRANA, August 11 – The number of public beach plots and stations has increased significantly this summer. Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Blendi Gonxhja said 1,689 public plots are available in 2026. Last year, the figure stood at 1,014. According to data from the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and …

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PM Rama responds to Belgrade over Ibër: Rivers follow geography, not diplomatic points

TIRANA, August 11 – Prime Minister Edi Rama has responded to the dispute between Albanian Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha and Serbian Foreign Minister Marko Duric over Serbia’s intention to change the course of the Ibër River. Rama described the exchange as an interesting summer debate. He said Albania has no …

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Hot weather to push temperatures up to 40 degrees Celsius

TIRANA, August 11 – Albania will experience stable atmospheric conditions on Tuesday, according to the Military Meteorological Service. Clear skies will prevail across the country. Passing clouds will develop over mountainous areas from midday through the afternoon. Local rain may accompany the clouds in the high mountains of southern Albania. …