Jevtic: Kosovo Serb children should learn Albanian language
Serbs and Albanians in Kosovo should build mutual trust, whereas Kosovo Serb children should learn Albanian in order to establish a better communication in the future, said Dalibor Jevtic, deputy prime minister of Kosovo. Original post Here
Kosovo's bid for Council of Europe membership in January 2018, says DPM Hoxhaj
Kosovo Deputy Prime Minister, Enver Hoxhaj, said during Government’s meeting on Friday that during this month or January 2018 at latest, Kosovo will submit its application for membership into the Council of Europe. Original post Here
Veseli on official visit to Great Britain
Chairman of Democratic Party of Kosovo (PDK), Kadri Veseli, has on Wednesday travelled to Great Britain where he will met high officials of Conservative Party. Original post Here
Serb accused of war crimes chooses to remain silent
The EULEX Special Prosecutor dealing with war crimes, Paul Flynn, interviewed Kosovo Serb man Darko Tasic, who is suspected of being involved in war crimes against civil population in Krusha e Vogel. Original post Here
Kosovo and US Company Contour Global reach agreement on construction of the new power plant
Kosovo Government and the US Company Contour Global reached an agreement of over 1 billion euro, on construction of new power plant which will become operational in 2023. Original post Here
Thaci introduces Preparatory Team for the Truth and Reconciliation Commission
Kosovo President, Hashim Thaci, has established on Wednesday the Preparatory Team for the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. He said that this is the first concrete step towards establishment of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, an initiative promoted by President’s Office. Original post Here
Kosovo's chief mufti, Sabri Bajgora in defence of imams accused of terrorism
“Some of the accusations against Kosovo imams served for media propaganda. If these accusations turn to be true, we will respect court’s decision, but if confirmed that they are innocent, the Kosovo Islamic Community expects a public apology.” This was stated by Kosovo chief mufti, Sabri Bajgora, who appeared as …
Serwer: Situation in Balkans might deteriorate
US expert on the Balkans, Daniel Serwer, sees the Balkans as a stability problem. Serwer made this comment speaking to the N1 broadcaster in Bosnia-Herzegovina, after the US NGO published its “Preventive Priorities Survey 2017.” Original post Here
Macedonian PM announces international probe on Kumanovo shooting
Macedonian Prime Minister, Zoran Zaev, who is paying an official visit to Kosovo, said that there will be an international probe on Kumanovo case. Eight police officers died in a two-day armed confrontation in 2015, as well as 10 members of an armed group, some of them from Kosovo. Original …
Kosovo Serb mayors schedule inauguration at 12:44
Mayors of nine Serb-run municipalities in Kosovo, won by Srpska List, held their first constitutive meetings at 12:44hrs, which symbolizes UN Security Council Resolution 1244. 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 …