Kosovo President Thaci meets Russian PM Medvedev
Kosovo President Hashim Thaci met on Monday Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev. The meeting was held in Ankara, when many state leaders are gathered to attend the inauguration of Turkish President, Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Original post Here
Belgrade is blackmailing Kosovo Serb members of KSF, Çeku says
Around 40 members of the Kosovo Security Force (KSF) of Serbian community have left the force. This came after pressure exerted on them by Belgrade, says Agim Çeku, deputy minister of KSF. Original post Here
Decision on visas for Kosovo before summer recess, says Hahn
The EU Enlargement Negotiations Commissioner Johannes Hahn said that decision on visa liberalisation for Kosovo will be taken soon. He promised that there will be no delays in this process noting that the EU will keep its promises. Original post Here
Thaci, Hahn speak by phone on ‘next EU steps on visas’
Kosovo President, Hashim Thaci, said Monday that he had spoken with EU’s Commissioner Hahn over phone to discuss on visa liberalisation for Kosovo. Original post Here
US Soldiers help bust alcohol smugglers in Kosovo
U.S. soldiers in Kosovo recently helped thwart smugglers bringing in alcohol from Serbia valued at more than $11,000, Army officials said Monday. Original post Here
Serbia protesting deployment of Montenegro officers in Kosovo
Senior state officials of Serbia are opposing Montenegro’s decision to deploy two of its army officers to the KFOR mission in Kosovo, saying it was not the act of a friend. Original post Here
Plenary session of Kosovo Parliament resumes today
Today, at 09:00 the Parliament of Kosovo will resume its plenary session. Original post Here
Western Balkans leaders to meet in London
Western Balkan leaders are set to meet today in London to discuss economy in the region, security and political cooperation. Original post Here
Delawie concerned about resignations of KSF Serb members
US Ambassador to Kosovo, Greg Delawie, has reacted Friday on the request of Kosovo Serb members to leave the Kosovo Security Force (KSF). Delawie is concerned with the external intimidation of the KSF members. Original post Here
World Bank approves €20 million loan supporting Kosovo’s Digital Infrastructure
The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors approved on Thursday the Kosovo Digital Economy (KODE) Project to increase access to better high-speed broadband services and online knowledge sources, services, and labour markets for the people of Kosovo. The loan for the project is in the amount of € 20,700,000. Original …
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 …
Judges across the Republic gathered for an extraordinary meeting at the Justice Center, where they adopted a joint position regarding the freezing of magistrates’ salaries. The statement was read by Judge Alda Sadiku, who stressed that the judiciary’s demands are not subject to negotiation because, according to the judges, they …
The average salary in Albania exceeded 92,000 lek in the second quarter of the year, increasing by 10% in one year. However, significant disparities remain, with the finance and technology sectors paying more than double the national average. The average salary in Albania continued to rise during the second quarter …
Following the closing arguments presented by Chief Prosecutor Kimberly West and the prosecutor in the case, the Specialist Prosecutor’s Office in The Hague has requested a six-year prison sentence for former Kosovo President Hashim Thaçi in the case concerning obstruction of justice. “Based on all the evidence and facts, the …
The government is expected to take a new approach to housing. The new National Housing Program provides for six new schemes, focusing on young families and young people who face difficulties in securing a home. During the presentation, Prime Minister Edi Rama said that the program is not simply a …