Rama open to Afghan refugees staying in Albania following U.S. policy change
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama expressed no concern over U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to block Afghan refugees from continuing their resettlement process in the United States. In an interview...
Albanian PM rules out additional migration agreements similar to Italy pact
During a press conference in Madrid, Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama ruled out the possibility of signing agreements with other countries similar to the migration pact with Italy. He emphasized...
Fierce rivalries erupt among new Albanian political parties, undermining reformist image
An escalating series of public feuds among leaders of Albania’s new political parties is threatening their credibility just months before the May 11 elections. Following a very public clash between...
Belarusian opposition leader Tsikhanouskaya honored in Tirana
Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya was awarded the “Key to the City” by Tirana’s mayor, Erion Veliaj, during her visit to the “Free Cities Pact” summit. Veliaj emphasized Albania’s open...
Berisha vows to disband SPAK if elected on May 11
Sali Berisha has pledged to dissolve Albania’s Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) if he wins the May 11 elections. Berisha claims SPAK is a politically compromised organization, accusing its head, Altin...
Czech scientists discover world’s largest underground thermal lake in Albania
A team of Czech scientists has discovered the world’s largest underground thermal lake in southern Albania. Named Lake Neuron, in honor of the Neuron Foundation that funded the expedition, the...
Himara listed among top Mediterranean gems for 2025
Coastal countries bordering the Mediterranean, including Albania, have been classified as some of the most beautiful destinations to visit in 2025 by the U.S. travel magazine Travel Off Path. Why...
Democrats calls “historic, largest ever” nationwide protest against Rama government
The Democratic Party (PD) has announced a nationwide protest this Saturday. Leader Sali Berisha has described it as the largest opposition demonstration to date, though he has withheld details about...
Albania launches €250 million agricultural financing scheme to boost rural investments and exports
The Albanian government has introduced a €250 million financing scheme to support rural development and agriculture. The plan, backed by the state as guarantor, will provide funding for investments in...
SPAK investigates Belind Këlliçi for diploma forgery and false declarations
The Special Structure Against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK) is investigating Belind Këlliçi, a leading opposition figure, over allegations of high school diploma forgery and false declarations. The accusations, initially...