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Croatian Court Approves Albanian Drone Flyer’s Extradition to Serbia

The Croatian Supreme Court ruled that Albanian citizen Ismail Morina can be extradited to Serbia, where he is wanted for flying a drone with flag depicting ‘Greater Albania’ during an international football match, BIRN has reported on Tuesday. Original post Here

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Apostolova satisfied with the implementation of EU funded projects

Nataliya Apostolova, the Head of the EU Office in Kosovo visited on Tuesday Zvecan to watch closely implantation of four EU funded projects in this Serb inhabited municipality in northern Kosovo. Original post Here

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Srpska open to negotiations on new Government

Member of the Serbian election list Srpska, MP Igor Simic, commented on the agreement reached between PDK-AAK-Nisma (PAN) coalition and the Alliance New Kosovo (AKR) on creation of news institutions of Kosovo. Original post Here

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Small coalition partner splits from PAN

Movement for Unity, a small party which was part of the pre-election coalition with the PDK, AAK and Nisma (PAN), in a press release issued on Tuesday announced that they are no longer part of this coalition after recent constellation of political parties. Original post Here

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Why Serbia must recognize Kosovo’s independence

David L. Phillips, director of the Program on Peace-building and Rights at Columbia University’s Institute for the Study of Human Rights in an analysis/opinion published by the US daily The Washington Post, has proposed new format of dialogue between Kosovo and Serbia. Original post Here

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Cathedral shrine to Mother Teresa dedicated in Kosovo

The consecration of the Cathedral-shrine in Pristina dedicated to Saint Mother Teresa is taking place today after 10 years of construction works. The celebration is being officiated by Albanian Cardinal Ernest Simon Troshani, special Papal Envoy. Original post Here

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Supreme Court confirms war crime verdict against KLA commander

The Supreme Court of Kosovo has decided to reject an appeal by the defence counsel on protection of legality in the case known as “Drenica 2”, when former Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) members were found guilty of war crimes. Original post Here

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Kosovo parties sign deal to form new Government

A coalition of the PDK-AAK-Nisma (PAN) has agreed to a deal with the party Alliance New Kosova (AKR) to form a government, ending three months of political deadlock. The agreement, signed on Monday, gives the coalition, along with minorities, 63 of parliament’s 120 seats. Original post Here

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Supreme Court upholds terrorism conviction of the Kosovo hard-line imam

The Supreme Court of Kosovo has on Monday upheld the conviction of Kosovo hard line imam Zeqirja Qazimi who was sentenced to 10 years imprisonment found guilty of recruiting for ISIS and inciting hatred. The Court dismissed an appeal by convicted Imam Qazimi on protection of legality. Original post Here

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Pacolli confirms coalition with Haradinaj

Chairman of the Alliance New Kosova (AKR), Behgjet Pacolli, in a public letter written to members of Steering Committee and his supporters, justifying his decision to split with LDK and join the PDK-AAK-Nisma (PAN) confirmed that he reached a full accord with the PAN’s nominee for prime minister to form …

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High passenger and vehicle flows at Albania’s ports and border crossings

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 …

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Inflation rises to 3.4% in July, transport leads price increases at 8%

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, …

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“Mokra n’Fest” brings tradition and culture together in Pogradec

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 …

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Durrës Port records more than 75,000 passengers in first 10 days of August

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 …

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Foreign tourists fill Durrës, praising beaches, hospitality and prices

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 …

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Problem loans fall to 3.7% in June, lowest level since 2007

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. …

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High wildfire risk in 5 municipalities as temperatures reach 40°C

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, …

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Albania handles more than 240,000 flights through July

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 …

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FM Hoxha: Albania opposes any unilateral change to the Ibër River

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 …

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Interior minister Lamallari, police chief Hita thank 300 personnel for fighting Kruja fire

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, …

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High passenger and vehicle flows at Albania’s ports and border crossings

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 …

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Inflation rises to 3.4% in July, transport leads price increases at 8%

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, …

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“Mokra n’Fest” brings tradition and culture together in Pogradec

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 …

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Durrës Port records more than 75,000 passengers in first 10 days of August

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 …

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Foreign tourists fill Durrës, praising beaches, hospitality and prices

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 …

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Problem loans fall to 3.7% in June, lowest level since 2007

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. …

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High wildfire risk in 5 municipalities as temperatures reach 40°C

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, …

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Albania handles more than 240,000 flights through July

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 …

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FM Hoxha: Albania opposes any unilateral change to the Ibër River

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 …

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Interior minister Lamallari, police chief Hita thank 300 personnel for fighting Kruja fire

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, …