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Norwegian Diplomat Kai Eide: Kosovo deserves more from the EU

Norwegian diplomat and former UN’s special envoy to Kosovo, Kai Eide, has slammed the EU for non-liberalization of visas with Kosovo. Original post Here

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Delawie: Corruption is deep rooted in Kosovo

U.S. Ambassador to Kosovo, Greg Delawie, is concerned with the political influence over courts in Kosovo. Ambassador Delawie made the comments as part of the “Anti-Corruption Week” which is taking place under the auspices of the nongovernmental organizations of Kosovo. Original post Here

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Delawie: Corruption is deep rooted in Kosovo

U.S. Ambassador to Kosovo, Greg Delawie, is concerned with the political influence over courts in Kosovo. Ambassador Delawie made the comments as part of the “Anti-Corruption Week” which is taking place under the auspices of the nongovernmental organizations of Kosovo. Original post Here

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Apostolova urges government to withdraw decision on pay rise

Head of the EU Office in Pristina, Nataliya Apostolova, has harshly criticized the decision of the Kosovo Government to increase salaries for government officials, a decision that was supported by the Constitutional Court, which claimed that no violation was found in this decision. Original post Here

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Apostolova urges government to withdraw decision on pay rise

Head of the EU Office in Pristina, Nataliya Apostolova, has harshly criticized the decision of the Kosovo Government to increase salaries for government officials, a decision that was supported by the Constitutional Court, which claimed that no violation was found in this decision. Original post Here

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Albin Kurti meets US Ambassador Delawie

The Vetevendosje leader, Albin Kurti, met on Wednesday the US Ambassador to Kosovo, Greg Delawie. The opposition leader in a Facebook post said that they have discussed with the US Ambassador on functioning of Kosovo institutions and the dialogue between Kosovo and Serbia. Original post Here

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Albin Kurti meets US Ambassador Delawie

The Vetevendosje leader, Albin Kurti, met on Wednesday the US Ambassador to Kosovo, Greg Delawie. The opposition leader in a Facebook post said that they have discussed with the US Ambassador on functioning of Kosovo institutions and the dialogue between Kosovo and Serbia. Original post Here

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US Ambassador: 2018 is the year for success on Kosovo-Serbia Dialogue

US Ambassador to Kosovo, Greg Delawie, is optimistic on the outcome of the final phase of Kosovo-Serbia dialogue facilitated by the EU. Original post Here

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US Ambassador: 2018 is the year for success on Kosovo-Serbia Dialogue

US Ambassador to Kosovo, Greg Delawie, is optimistic on the outcome of the final phase of Kosovo-Serbia dialogue facilitated by the EU. Original post Here

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Pacolli: Liberia has not revoked recognition of Kosovo, Dacic spreading fake news

Kosovo Foreign Minister, Behgjet Pacolli, said that he just spoke to the Government of Liberia and they confirmed that this African country has not revoked the recognition of Kosovo, as reported by media in Belgrade. Original post Here

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Albanian President Urges Calm as Street Protest Clashes Continue

President Bajram Begaj voiced concern about escalating tensions as students who gathered for a second day of rallies against the government clashed with law enforcement officers again. Original post Here

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Shtjefën Gjeçovi remembered 97 years after his murder

Franciscan priest Shtjefën Gjeçovi, a prominent figure in Albanian history, passed away on October 14, 1929. He devoted his life to the Albanian cause. According to documents held by the General Directorate of Archives, two men speaking Serbian ambushed Gjeçovi as he returned from Prizren and shot him. Born Hilë …

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Kosova forms working group for KLA leaders’ appeal

The government of Kosova has established a working group to coordinate a state strategy for the appeal proceedings involving four former Kosovo Liberation Army leaders: Hashim Thaçi, Kadri Veseli, Jakup Krasniqi and Rexhep Selimi. Prime Minister Albin Kurti described their convictions by the Specialist Chambers as legally and morally unjust. …

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Regional summit focuses on digital services and cybersecurity

Representatives of six Western Balkan countries discussed digital cooperation and alignment with the European Union’s digital agenda at the 8th Regional Digital Summit. Albania has moved most public services online and continues to expand access for citizens living abroad. Deputy Infrastructure and Energy Minister Enkelejda Muçaj said electronic documents with …

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Speaker Peleshi calls for peaceful protests and respect for the law

Assembly of Albania Speaker Niko Peleshi said the right to protest is a constitutional right that citizens must exercise peacefully and in accordance with the law. He made the remarks as tensions continued for a second day outside the Ministry of Education in Tirana. Peleshi said violence and vandalism undermine …

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EU delegation calls for peaceful protests and priority investigations

The European Union Delegation to Albania expressed concern over escalating violence during protests in Tirana. It called for priority investigations into allegations that police used excessive force against protesters and journalists. In a statement on X, the delegation stressed that freedom of gathering and expression are fundamental rights and core …

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Albania standardises state decoration ceremonies

The Council of Ministers has approved standard rules for ceremonies awarding orders and medals of the Republic of Albania. The rules follow international best practices and established protocol. The decision aims to ensure consistency and solemnity in decoration ceremonies. It also seeks to uphold the dignity and prestige of state …

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British Embassy says right to protest does not justify violence

The British Embassy in Tirana called on all parties to respect the right to peaceful protest and freedom of expression. It stressed that violence cannot be justified and police must avoid disproportionate action. In a statement, the embassy noted that Albania’s Constitution protects peaceful protest and freedom of expression. However, …

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Italian PM Meloni names Albania and Montenegro as short-term European Union enlargement priorities

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said Italy’s short-term priority is to strongly support Albania and Montenegro’s progress towards European Union membership. She made the remarks in an address to the Senate ahead of the European Council meeting. Meloni said enlargement and the Union’s internal reforms would feature in a strategic …

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Sex Tapes Scandal Shows Albania’s Still Stuck in Patriarchal Mindset

The moralistic reaction to leaked tapes of women filmed secretly in intimate acts shows Albania is still struggling to accept women as sexual beings – while also failing legally to protect victims of non-consensual exposure. Original post Here

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Albanian President Urges Calm as Street Protest Clashes Continue

President Bajram Begaj voiced concern about escalating tensions as students who gathered for a second day of rallies against the government clashed with law enforcement officers again. Original post Here

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Shtjefën Gjeçovi remembered 97 years after his murder

Franciscan priest Shtjefën Gjeçovi, a prominent figure in Albanian history, passed away on October 14, 1929. He devoted his life to the Albanian cause. According to documents held by the General Directorate of Archives, two men speaking Serbian ambushed Gjeçovi as he returned from Prizren and shot him. Born Hilë …

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Kosova forms working group for KLA leaders’ appeal

The government of Kosova has established a working group to coordinate a state strategy for the appeal proceedings involving four former Kosovo Liberation Army leaders: Hashim Thaçi, Kadri Veseli, Jakup Krasniqi and Rexhep Selimi. Prime Minister Albin Kurti described their convictions by the Specialist Chambers as legally and morally unjust. …

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Regional summit focuses on digital services and cybersecurity

Representatives of six Western Balkan countries discussed digital cooperation and alignment with the European Union’s digital agenda at the 8th Regional Digital Summit. Albania has moved most public services online and continues to expand access for citizens living abroad. Deputy Infrastructure and Energy Minister Enkelejda Muçaj said electronic documents with …

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Speaker Peleshi calls for peaceful protests and respect for the law

Assembly of Albania Speaker Niko Peleshi said the right to protest is a constitutional right that citizens must exercise peacefully and in accordance with the law. He made the remarks as tensions continued for a second day outside the Ministry of Education in Tirana. Peleshi said violence and vandalism undermine …

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EU delegation calls for peaceful protests and priority investigations

The European Union Delegation to Albania expressed concern over escalating violence during protests in Tirana. It called for priority investigations into allegations that police used excessive force against protesters and journalists. In a statement on X, the delegation stressed that freedom of gathering and expression are fundamental rights and core …

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Albania standardises state decoration ceremonies

The Council of Ministers has approved standard rules for ceremonies awarding orders and medals of the Republic of Albania. The rules follow international best practices and established protocol. The decision aims to ensure consistency and solemnity in decoration ceremonies. It also seeks to uphold the dignity and prestige of state …

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British Embassy says right to protest does not justify violence

The British Embassy in Tirana called on all parties to respect the right to peaceful protest and freedom of expression. It stressed that violence cannot be justified and police must avoid disproportionate action. In a statement, the embassy noted that Albania’s Constitution protects peaceful protest and freedom of expression. However, …

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Italian PM Meloni names Albania and Montenegro as short-term European Union enlargement priorities

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said Italy’s short-term priority is to strongly support Albania and Montenegro’s progress towards European Union membership. She made the remarks in an address to the Senate ahead of the European Council meeting. Meloni said enlargement and the Union’s internal reforms would feature in a strategic …

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Sex Tapes Scandal Shows Albania’s Still Stuck in Patriarchal Mindset

The moralistic reaction to leaked tapes of women filmed secretly in intimate acts shows Albania is still struggling to accept women as sexual beings – while also failing legally to protect victims of non-consensual exposure. Original post Here