German FM Gabriel urges Kosovo to ratify demarcation
German Foreign Minister, Sigmar Gabriel, during his official visit to Kosovo said that Germany is proud with Kosovo’s achievements, and will continue supporting Kosovo. he also congratulated citizens of Kosovo on tenth anniversary of Independence. Original post Here
Delawie: The US will be actively involved in the Dialogue
U.S. Ambassador to Kosovo, Greg Delawie, confirms that the US will be actively involved in the EU-brokered dialogue between Kosovo and Serbia in Brussels. “Whatever the format is, we will help and support,” he said. Original post Here
Rita Ora confirms performing in Kosovo on 10th anniversary of Independence
Kosovo-born British singer Rita Ora has finally confirmed that she will hold a big concert in Pristina on 17 February. Original post Here
Montenegro PM: We will find modalities for Kosovo to ratify demarcation
Montenegro Prime Minister, Dusko Markovic, during a joint press conference with his Kosovo counterpart, Ramush Haradinaj, said his country is willing to help Kosovo to solve this issue. Original post Here
Montenegro PM arrived in Kosovo do discuss border issue
Montenegro Prime Minister Dusko Markovic, has arrived in Kosovo and his visit to Pristina is seen as the last chance to find a solution to the disputed Agreement on border demarcation between the two countries. At least this is the expectation of Kosovo politicians. Original post Here
Kosovo President: Special Court is ‘historical injustice’ for Kosovo
Kosovo’s president Hashim Thaci during an interview with the Associated Press has called an international war crimes court with jurisdiction over potential Kosovar suspects a “historical injustice,” adding his government only reluctantly accepted it as the “price for its liberty.” Original post Here
Delawie: Demarcation has complicated US-Kosovo relations
U.S. Ambassador to Kosovo, Greg Delawie, says Kosovo is a success story. Original post Here
US refuses visa for Serbia’s army chief of staff because of crimes committed in Kosovo
The US rejection of a visa application for the Serbian army chief of staff, Ljubisa Dikovic, was done because of his responsibility for crimes committed during the war in Kosovo, and not because of his affiliation with Russia, said Nemanja Stjepanovic, researcher of the Humanitarian Law Centre (HLC) Original post …
Kosovo man killed in Syria
Another Kosovo man has been killed in Syria, while fighting alongside the terrorist organisation of ISIS. Original post Here
Hoxhaj to Der Standard: Statements of Austrian vice-chancellor misused for internal political discourse of Serbia
Kosovo Deputy Prime Minister and former foreign minister, Enver Hoxhaj, in a statement to Austrian daily Der Standard, said that statements of the Austrian vice-chancellor, Heinz-Christian Strache, who was quoted by Serb media as saying that “Kosovo is part of Serbia,” does not contribute in reconciliation of the Balkans nations, …
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, …