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Haradinaj answers to Serbia: Only Kosovo has jurisdiction to investigate Ivanovic’s killing

Kosovo Prime Minister, Ramush Haradinaj, says Kosovo has not accepted any request from Serbia for involvement in the investigation related to the killing of Oliver Ivanovic. Commenting the addressing of Serbia to international missions in Kosovo asking involvement in the investigations on Ivanvoic’s case, Haradinaj said that only Kosovo has …

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Representative of KLA Veterans calls US Ambassador a “clown”, according to Kosovapress

The statement of the US Ambassador to Kosovo, Greg Delawie, against the initiative to repeal the Special Court, has triggered reaction of the Association of the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) veterans. Original post Here

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Kosovo against Serbia’s involvement in investigating Ivanovic’s killing

The Government of Kosovo is against involvement of Serbia’s state institutions in investigation of the circumstances which lead to the killing of the Kosovo Serb leader, Oliver Ivanovic. Original post Here

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Vucic has not attended Oliver Ivanovic’s funeral in Belgrade

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has not joined hundreds of people who attended the funeral of the Kosovo Serb politician who was gunned down on Tuesday in Mitrovica North. Original post Here

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Former Bujanovc Mayor Jonuz Musliu dies

Former President of the Municipal Assembly of Bujanovc and National Council of Albanians in Serbia, Jonuz Musliu, has died. Original post Here

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US Ambassador on the Special Court: Leaders will be subject to specific and harsh consequences

Kosovo three top leaders, President Hashim Thaci, Speaker of Assembly Kadri Veseli, and Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj, were warned by the US Ambassador Greg Delawie that they would face serious consequences if continue backing the initiative on abrogation of the Special Court Law, which has been established to prosecute and …

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President Thaci welcomes Belgrade’s help on solving Ivanovic’s killing

President Hashim Thaci interpreted as “help” the request of the state of Serbia to carry out an investigation related to the killing of the Kosovo Serb politican, Oliver Ivanovic, who was shot dead in Mitrovica North on Tuesday. Original post Here

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Kosovo Police knows owner of burned-out car used in Ivanovic’s killing

The General Director of the Kosovo Police, Shpend Maxhuni, during a joint press conference with the Kosovo PM, Ramush Haradinaj, said the police possess information on the origin of the car which was used in a drive-by shooting that left local Serb leader, Oliver Ivanovic dead. Original post Here

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PM Haradinaj calls FBI to investigate Oliver Ivanovic’s killing

Prime Minister, Ramush Haradinaj, condemned tendencies to use for political purposes the killing of the Kosovo Serb politician, Oliver Ivanovic, who was gunned down on Tuesday morning in northern part of Mitrovica. Original post Here

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Two prosecutors investigating Ivanovic’s death

Chief Prosecutor of the Basic Prosecution Office of Mitrovica, Shyqeri Syla, said on Tuesday that two prosecutors have been tasked to investigate the killing of the Kosovo Serb politican, Oliver Ivanovic, who was gunned down in Mitrovica North on Tuesday. 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 …