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Serbs feel safer in Pristina than in northern Kosovo, says Rada Trajkovic

The director of the NGO “European Movement” and former Kosovo MP, Rada Trajkovic, said that the case of killed Kosovo Serb politican Oliver Ivanovic remains unsolved and the northern part of Kosovo is ruled by mafia. She said that Kosovo serbs feel safer in Pristina than in northern part of …

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Kosovo Security Force, main failure in SAA implementation

Stagnation in advancing of the Kosovo Security Force (KSF) is the main failure of Kosovo institutions in fulfilling the Stabilisation-Association Agreement (SAA) with the EU. Original post Here

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Site assessment of three suspected mass graves to start in Kosovo

Kosovo is expected to start site assessment of potential mass graves in three locations, whereas Kosovo side has asked Serbia also to resume site assessment in three locations in Serbia. Original post Here

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Kosovo Serb arrested for war crimes against Albanians

The Kosovo Police have arrested on Monday a Kosovo Serb man suspected of commiting war crimes against Albanian civilians in the village Pjeterq of Klina in March 1999. Original post Here

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Kosovo Security Force condemns attacks targeting its Serb members

The Ministry of Kosovo Security Force (KSF) has reacted after a series of attacks targeting its Serbian community members in the north of the country. Original post Here

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Kosovo President Thaci to meet Austrian Chancellor Kurz

Kosovo President, Hashim THaci, is expected to meet on Tuesday Austrian Chancellor, Sebastian Kurz. Original post Here

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Witness X who rocked Albanian politics, arrested in Kosovo

Albanian national, Albert Veliu, identified as Witness X in the wiretaps published recently by media in Tirana alleging that brother of minister of Interior is involved with an international drug trafficking gang, has been arrested on Monday in Kosovo. Original post Here

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Ghana considering withdrawing of Kosovo’s recognition, according to Belgrade media

Ghana will consider withdrawing recognition of Kosovo’s independence. This is what media in Belgrade are reporting after a meeting Serbian Parliament Speaker, Maja Gojkovic, had with its Ghana counterpart, Aron Michael Oquaje. Original post Here

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Threats against Kosovo Serbs who are part of the KSF continue

An Opel Corsa vehicle was set on fire at around two o’clock in the village of Zupce, Zubin Potok, on Sunday. Only material damages were reported. Original post Here

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Association of Serb-majority Municipalities by the end of year

Kosovo chief negotiator in technical dialogue with Serbia, Avni Arifi, says the Association of Serb-majority Municipalities will be established by the end of this year at latest, if the entire process will be in compliance with the Constitution and applicable laws of Kosovo. Original post Here

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German Ambassador Bergner: Justice Reform a Key Factor in Albania’s Advancement Toward the EU

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 …

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Foreign Direct Investment Rises 50% to €1.14 Billion in Six Months

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 …

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Direct Luxembourg-Tirana Flights to Launch in 2027, Hoxha: Another European Airline Enters Albania

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 …

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Albania, US Company Argent LNG Sign Deal to Explore Adriatic Gas Terminal

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 …

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Peleshi: Parliamentary Cooperation with Austria Will Continue to Grow

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 …

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Berisha Honored with the Key to the City of Mesquite, Texas

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 …

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Judges Issue Joint Statement: Salaries Must Be Unblocked Immediately or We Will Reduce Court Proceedings

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 …

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Average Salary Reaches 92,150 Lek, 1 in 4 Employees Earn the Minimum Wage

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 …

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The Hague Prosecution Seeks Six-Year Prison Sentence for Hashim Thaçi

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 …

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Rama Unveils “Housing Program”: Confiscated Properties to Be Used for Housing

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 …

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German Ambassador Bergner: Justice Reform a Key Factor in Albania’s Advancement Toward the EU

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 …

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Foreign Direct Investment Rises 50% to €1.14 Billion in Six Months

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 …

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Direct Luxembourg-Tirana Flights to Launch in 2027, Hoxha: Another European Airline Enters Albania

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 …

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Albania, US Company Argent LNG Sign Deal to Explore Adriatic Gas Terminal

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 …

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Peleshi: Parliamentary Cooperation with Austria Will Continue to Grow

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 …

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Berisha Honored with the Key to the City of Mesquite, Texas

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 …

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Judges Issue Joint Statement: Salaries Must Be Unblocked Immediately or We Will Reduce Court Proceedings

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 …

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Average Salary Reaches 92,150 Lek, 1 in 4 Employees Earn the Minimum Wage

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 …

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The Hague Prosecution Seeks Six-Year Prison Sentence for Hashim Thaçi

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 …

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Rama Unveils “Housing Program”: Confiscated Properties to Be Used for Housing

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 …