In a surprising admission, Berisha labels 21 January a “state crime” but insists it was unintentional
For the first time, 14 years after four protesters were killed by Republic Guard gunfire during a Socialist-led demonstration, former Prime Minister Sali Berisha has surprised many by acknowledging that...
Albanian medieval icons to be exhibited in France’s Chambéry Fine Arts Museum
More than 45 iconographic masterpieces from Albania’s National Museum of Medieval Art in Korçë will be showcased in France in a landmark international exhibition. The exhibition will open at the...
Porto Palermo festival kicks off with powerful environmental message
The 5th edition of the Porto Palermo Festival has officially begun, launching not just with music, but with a meaningful environmental message. Over 150 volunteers and divers took part in...
CEC awards seat to Xhuveli, but “Nisma Shqipëria Bëhet” implodes in mandate feud
The Central Election Commission (CEC) today confirmed Kleana Xhuveli—cousin of movement leader Adriatik Lapaj—as the rightful holder of the sole Tirana mandate won by the “Nisma Shqipëria Bëhet” coalition, a...
Tirana Mayor Erion Veliaj officially charged after six months in detention
Erion Veliaj, the mayor of Tirana arrested on February 10, was formally notified today of his status as a defendant on four counts: passive corruption, money laundering, concealment of assets...
Special Anti-Corruption Commission delivers two landmark governance reports
Fourteen months after its launch by the parliamentary majority, the Special Anti-Corruption Commission has wrapped up its work, submitting two foundational documents to Parliament. The reports address a range of...
RTSH Symphony Orchestra to perform open-air concert celebrating Albanian cinema
The RTSH Symphony Orchestra will deliver a special open-air concert in Tirana’s “Rinia” Park, featuring a nostalgic repertoire of beloved Albanian film soundtracks. Why is this important: The RTSH Symphony...
Albanian toasting ritual recognized as National Cultural Heritage
The traditional Albanian toasting ritual, known as “Dollia,” has officially been recognized as a National Value of Intangible Cultural Heritage. The decision was made during the latest session of the...
Tourism in Albania up 5% in first half of 2025
Official data show some 4,761,648 foreign visitors entered Albania from January to June—a 5% increase over 4,547,896 in the same period of 2024. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared the figures...
Albania to open remaining EU negotiation chapters soon, says Danish minister
Danish Minister for European Affairs Marie Bjerre told the European Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee today that Albania will open the two remaining negotiation group chapters within a short time. “Albania...