Merkel after meeting Thaci: Kosovo to fight corruption, reduce unemployment
German Chancellor Angela Merkel urged Kosovo authorities to fight corruption and reduce unemployment, and added that the dialogue with Serbia is not a simple topic. Original post Here
Kosovo's judiciary to remain under EU's scrutiny after EULEX mandate expires
The EU Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo – EULEX will end its current mission on 14 June but the European Union is expected to keep its presence in Kosovo through a monitoring mission related to the judiciary but without executive role. Original post Here
Political leaders met to discuss national consensus
Kosovo political leaders met on Tuesday to discuss reaching of a consensus on important topics for the country. The meeting was held at the invitation of the PDK chairman, Kadri Veseli. Original post Here
Kosovo Flag replaces Serbia’s flag in Gora after Veseli’s visit
Kosovo Parliament Speaker, Kadri Veseli, has returned the flag, symbols, and authority of the state of Kosovo in the Gora region after months of intensive work with the political representatives of the Gorani community. Original post Here
Kosovo MP Vjosa Osmani confirms visit to Parliament of Serbia
Chairwoman of the Kosovo Assembly Committee on Foreign Affairs, Vjosa Osmani, has been invited to attend a gathering which will be held in Parliament of Serbia. The opposition MP of the LDK, confirmed to Gazeta Express that she has confirmed her attendance. She is expected to visit Belgrade at the …
Kosovo to get an answer on visas in June
Kosovo Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj said that tomorrow Kosovo will celebrate for the last time the Europe Day without visa liberalisation. Original post Here
Srpska List to return to Kosovo government
Srpska List, main political entity representing Kosovo Serbs is expected to return to Kosovo Government this week, after leaving it at the end of March. Original post Here
EU-WB Sofia Summit about to fail because of Kosovo
The European Union diplomacy is trying to prevent clashes because of Kosovo’s participation in the EU-Western Balkans summit which will be held next week in Sofia, Bulgaria. The five EU countries which have not recognised Kosovo’s independence threaten to boycott the Summit. Original post Here
Kosovo, main topic of Putin-Vucic meeting
Serbian president Aleksandar Vucic is expected to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin today at 19:00 a day after Putin sworn in the Kremlin Monday to become President for another six years after winning an election in March. Original post Here
Kosovo President Thaci talks on the phone with EU Commissioner Hahn
Kosovo President Hashim Thaci spoke to EU Commissioner Johannes Hahn over phone on Tuesday. Original post Here
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
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 …
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. …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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, …
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 …
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