Serbian Defence Minister will be arrest if he enters Kosovo
Serbian Minister of Defence, Aleksandar Vulin, has been banned from entering Kosovo to attend the annual celebration of St. Vitus Day in Gazimestan. Kosovo Ministry of Foreign Affairs has not approved his visit and warned that he might be arrested if enters Kosovo illegally. Original post Here
President Thaci in Paris: The EU should do more to support Western Balkans
President of Kosovo, Hashim Thaci, delivering a lecture at the European Council on Foreign Relations in Paris said that the EU should do more to support the European perspective of Western Balkans. Thaci in his addressing spoke on the integration into the European Union and solving of bilateral disputes between …
Two gold medals for Kosovo in Spain
Kosovo Judokas won two women’s gold medals at Mediterranean Games in Tarragona of Spain. Original post Here
EULEX will undergo substantial changes, says Alexandra Papadopoulou
The head of EULEX, Alexandra Papadopoulou, said that the EU Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo is making substantial changes with the new mandate. Original post Here
Kosovo bans entry of Serbian Defence Minister
Kosovo has banned Serbia’s Defence Minister Aleksandar Vulin from entering the country, who announced attendance in the annual event of St. Vitus Day, celebrated by Serbs as Vidovdan every 28 June. Original post Here
European Commission Report on visas for Kosovo to be announced within days, Arifi says
Avni, Arifi, chief of staff of the Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj says the decision of the European Commission on whether Kosovo has fulfilled the criteria on visa liberalisation will be announced in the coming days. Arifi believes the EC will open the way for visa-free regime. Original post Here
Liberia to open Embassy in Pristina, reaffirming recognition of Kosovo
Kosovo Foreign Minister, Behgjet Pacolli, met on Wednesday the President of Liberia, George Weah. Pacolli’s visit to Monrovia came after Serbian authorities alleged that this African country has revoked Kosovo’s recognition. Pacolli’s visit and Weah’s promise to open embassy in Kosovo have finally ended the debate on Kosovo’s recognition. Original …
Kosovo Army according to NATO criteria, a credible ally for security
Kosovo Prime Minister, Ramush Haradinaj, met on Wednesday leaders of the NATO Advisory and Liaison Team (NALT), headed by its director, Ralf Hoffman. Original post Here
Luxemburg meeting, Council waiting for the EC assessment on visas for Kosovo
EU General and Foreign Affairs Councils adopted on Tuesday in Luxembourg conclusions on Enlargement and Stabilisation and Association Process for the Western Balkan countries. This document will be reviewed after two days by the EU chief during a meeting of the Council of the European Union. In Kosovo’s part it …
Luxemburg meeting, Council waiting for the EC assessment on visas for Kosovo
EU General and Foreign Affairs Councils on June adopted on Tuesday in Luxembourg conclusions on Enlargement and Stabilisation and Association Process for the Western Balkan countries. This document will be reviewed after two days by the EU chief during a meeting of the Council of the European Union. In Kosovo’s …
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 …