Kosovo takes over as CEFTA chair
Kosovo has taken over as chair of the Central European Free Trade Agreement (CEFTA) during a ceremony held on Wednesday in Brussels. Original post Here
Apostolova: Nobody is above the law
Presenting a report on judicial system, the Head of the EU Office, Nataliya Apostolova, said that nobody is above the law in Kosovo. Original post Here
Thaci claims Russia is trying to destroy Kosovo’s statehood and world order
Kosovo President, Hashim Thaci, in an editorial published by the official website of the World Economic Forum in Davos, suggested that countries like Kosovo need the active support of a united global community that is interested in supporting sustainable and equitable development across the globe. Original post Here
Kosovo set to play in UEFA Nations League
The UEFA Nations League is a new international football tournament, in which Kosovo’s men’s national team will participate in by competing against other European nations in a league format for a chance to qualify for the European Championship in 2020. Original post Here
Montenegro PM Dusko Markovic to visit Kosovo in February
Montenegro Prime Minister, Dusko Markovic, is expected to visit Kosovo on 6 February. The news has been confirmed to Gazeta Express by the Prime Minister’s Office. Original post Here
Exclusion of Kosovo from EU enlargement worries Kosovo EU minister
Kosovo Minister of European Integration, Dhurata Hoxha, sees as concerning the fact that the new EU enlargement strategy for the Balkans excludes Kosovo from enlargement plans. Original post Here
Parliament confirms sending draft law on abolishing war crimes court to Government
The Parliament of Kosovo has confirmed on Tuesday that they have submitted a draft law to the government, pushing forward a controversial attempt to scrap the law on Specialist Chambers and Specialist Prosecution Office, established to try alleged crimes of the KLA. Original post Here
KFOR Commander visits Mitrovica North
KFOR commander, Major General Salvatore Cuoci has visited on Tuesday Mitrovica North when he met chief of administration of this municipality, Adrijana Hodzic. The main topic of discussion was overall security situation in Mitrovica North. Original post Here
Kosovo and Serb prosecutors begin exchanging information in investigation of Ivanovic assassination
Serbia and Kosovo prosecutors have reached an agreement to exchange intelligence concerning the assassination of renowned Kosovo Serb politician Oliver Ivanovic. Original post Here
Governments of Kosovo, Macedonia to hold joint meeting March
Governments of Kosovo and Macedonia are expected to hold a joint meeting in March. This was announced during a meeting of the Kosovo deputy prime minister, Enver Hoxhaj, with Macedonian Prime Minister Zoran Zaev in Skopje. Original post Here
The agreement with Turkey and nuclear-armed Pakistan strengthens Riyadh’s position as a central architect of regional security, while reflecting a broader shift toward a more multipolar international system. Tirana Times, August 08, 2026 – The signing of the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement between Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan represents more …
Activist Julide Yazici, who is wanted by Turkey, was remanded in custody in Tirana pending extradition proceedings, despite having political asylum status in France. Original post Here
TIRANA, August 7 – The “Fustanella” (Albanian kilt) exhibition has opened at the Ethnographic Museum in Berat, presenting one of the most recognizable symbols of Albanian cultural identity through a blend of art and tradition. The exhibition presents the fustanella, the traditional pleated kilt worn by Albanian men, as both …
TIRANA, August 7 – Defense Minister Ermal Nufi visited the Naval Vessels Division of Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri in Muggiano as part of cooperation on the Fincantieri Albania project in Vlora. The Muggiano facility is one of Europe’s leading centers for the construction of naval vessels and maritime defense systems. During …
TIRANA, August 7 – Albania’s Electricity Distribution System Operator (OSHEE) has strengthened technical and operational measures to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply in Lezha and Shëngjin during the summer tourist season through investments in the distribution network. Speaking from the reconstructed Lezha substation, OSSH engineer Marjo Lajthia said the investments have …
TIRANA, August 7 – Albania’s Civil Protection Agency reported eight active wildfires across the country on Thursday, while firefighters brought several blazes under control in Elbasan County. Firefighting operations continue on Mount Dajti near Tirana. The response includes 30 firefighters, 10 staff from the Protected Areas Administration and an Albanian …
TIRANA, August 7 – Albania attracted 1,955,099 foreign visitors in July 2026, extending the country’s tourism growth, Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja said on Thursday. Gonxhja said the figure compares with 1,825,490 foreign visitors in July 2025. The increase of 129,609 visitors represents year-on-year growth of about 7.1%. …
Tirana Times, August 07, 2026 — Albania’s Special Prosecution Office Against Corruption and Organized Crime has brought new allegations against former Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku, widening one of the most politically sensitive investigations since the country launched its justice reform. Balluku appeared before the special prosecution office, known as SPAK, …
TIRANA, August 7 – Prime Minister Edi Rama announced that another section of Pan-European Transport Corridor VIII has opened for traffic as works continue on the Elbasan–Qafë Thana road axis. The new section stretches from the exit of Labinot-Fushë village to beyond Miraka village. It includes two lanes for both …
TIRANA, August 7 – New amendments to Albania’s Road Code entered into force today. The changes introduce stricter measures for traffic violations to improve road safety and reduce accidents. Drivers who repeatedly operate vehicles while under the influence of alcohol will permanently lose their driving licence. The new rules also …