Çeço Fest electrifies Argjiro Castle for its sixth edition
Gjirokastra welcomed “Çeço Fest” again this year, as more than 15 local and international DJs electrified the Argjiro Castle, drawing hundreds of young Albanians and foreign tourists. Why is this...
Thousands protest in Pristina against Hague rulings on former KLA leaders amid anger at government
On Thursday afternoon, Pristina saw a massive protest against the Kosovo Specialist Chambers’ decisions on former Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) leaders—an escalation of frustration with the Special Court that many...
Zelensky calls PM Edi Rama: Informed him about the war, thank you Albania
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a telephone conversation today with Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama, briefing him on the situation at the front and recent diplomatic talks. Why is this...
A lonely Berisha at Democratic Party HQ continues to fight ‘stolen’ election
While the entire Albanian political class seems to have headed for their summer break, Sali Berisha, chairman of the Democratic Party, refuses to abandon his party’s Tirana headquarters, repeatedly holding...
Le Figaro names Albania among top five cultural destinations worldwide
French daily Le Figaro this week recommended to its readers that they visit Albania as one of the world’s five best cultural travel destinations. The Mediterranean newcomer sits alongside Maryland...
U.S. keeps 10% tariff on Albanian exports amid global trade escalation
As the wave of U.S. tariffs took effect targeting over 90 countries Albania, appears to have remained largely unaffected. Why is this important: While Serbia faces a 37% levy, North...
Albanian Football Federation opens ticket sales for World Cup qualifier vs. Latvia
The Albanian Football Federation on Wednesday launched online sales for tickets to the World Cup 2026 qualifier against Latvia on September 9 at “Air Albania” Stadium. Fans can now select...
Ilir Meta seeks lighter security measure after SPAK closes investigation
Ilir Meta, leader of the Freedom Party, has asked the Special Court to replace his “arrest in prison” detention with a more lenient measure. Meta has been in custody since...
Bënja Baths set for major upgrade under Albanian Development Fund project
The Albanian Development Fund will transform the Bënja Baths—a popular thermal destination in Përmet and Këlcyrë—by expanding visitor services and upgrading infrastructure. The project aims to enhance year-round access while...
FIBA opens probe after anti-Albanian chants at North Macedonia–Romania game
FIBA (Fédération Internationale de Basketball) has launched an investigation into anti-Albanian chants that reverberated through Kumanovo during North Macedonia’s World Cup pre-qualifier against Romania over the weekend. Why is this...