Hahn: Opening of negotiations with Albania during summer
The EU Commissioner for Enlargement Johannes Hahn said the European Commission is considering opening accession negotiations with Albania during summer. Original post Here
Explosive device thrown at US embassy in Montenegro
An unknown person threw an explosive device, at the United States embassy building in Podgorica, the capital of Montenegro, before blowing himself up, the government said on Thursday. Original post Here
Kosovo Born Dua Lipa Wins Best British Female Solo Artist
Dua Lipa won two awards in BRIT Awards ceremony as the best British female solo artist, and the best British Breakthrough. The Kosovo born singer Lipa dedicated her first BRIT Award win to fellow female artists and “women taking over the world”. Original post Here
Delawie: ‘Come on’ ratify the demarcation
US Ambassador to Kosovo, Greg Delawie, took Twitter on Wednesday to explain to Kosovo politicians how important is for Kosovo to ratify the Agreement on border demarcation with Montenegro. The Parliament is set to vote on ratification of the border deal on Thursday. Original post Here
Thaci: Demarcation to strengthen Kosovo sovereignty
Hours before Kosovo Parliament is set to vote the disputed Agreement on border demarcation with Montenegro, the President Hashim Thaci urged all MPs to vote the border deal stating its ratification will strengthen country’s EU integration and sovereignty. Original post Here
Dialogue platform needs to be approved by Parliament, says Hoxhaj
Deputy Prime Minister, Enver Hoxhaj, during an interview with TV Dukagjini, said that Kosovo needs unity on continuation of the dialogue with Serbia. He said that before entering the new phase of the dialogue, Kosovo should have a platform making Pristina proactive in the EU-facilitated dialogue with Serbia. Original post …
Kosovo With 30 Projects At The EBRD Western Balkans Summit In London
Kosovo Government is expected to present over 30 projects at the Western Balkans (WB6) Investment Summit in London, hosted by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). The summit set to be held on 26 February will focus on promoting regional projects in energy and transport, two important sectors …
Delawie Condemns Threats Against Serb Members Of Kosovo Security Force
U.S. Ambassador to Kosovo, Greg Delawie, has condemned threats against Serb members of the Kosovo Security Force (KSF) in Zubin Potok, who through leaflets signed by an unknown group called Severna Armija [Northern Army], labelled them as ‘traitors’ for working with the Kosovo state. Original post Here
Kosovo Parliament To Vote Demarcation Deal With Montenegro On Thursday
Kosovo Parliament is set to convene on Thursday at 11:00 to ratify the controversial Agreement on border demarcation with Montenegro. During Parliament’s Presidency meeting on Wednesday all parties but Vetevendosje agreed for the session on ratification of the Draft Law be held on Thursday, whereas Serbian MPs have boycotted the …
Kouchner ready to take a role in Kosovo-Serbia reconciliation process
Former foreign minister of France and chief of UN Mission in Kosovo – UNMIK, Bernard Kouchner, exprewssed his readiness to take a role in the reconciliation process between Albanians and Serbs. Original post Here
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 …
TIRANA, August 10 – Albania opposes any unilateral change to the course of the Ibër River, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha said today. He was responding to Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic’s remarks about a possible change to the river’s course and the involvement of Serbian experts and …
TIRANA, August 10 – Interior Minister Besfort Lamallari and State Police Director General Skënder Hita thanked around 300 police officers, firefighters and Armed Forces personnel involved in the Kruja wildfire operation. Lamallari praised their work in evacuating residents and managing the fire, which strong winds intensified. He said special forces, …