SPAK’s Elbasan arrests include suspected sniper in alleged assassination plot against Kosovo PM Albin Kurti
Albania’s Special Structure Against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK) has issued 21 security measures in connection with a major investigation into a criminal organization with international ties. Among those arrested...
Former military base in Bulqiza to become thematic park “Retro Bulqiza 2024”
A former military base in Bulqiza, long abandoned and in disrepair, is set to be transformed into Retro Bulqiza 2024, a thematic park designed to become a key tourist destination. The...
SPAK investigation into Elbasan criminal network unveils shocking corruption links
The investigation by the Special Structure Against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK) into a major criminal organization based in Elbasan has shocked Albanians, as revelations of ties between the group,...
SPAK Chief raises concerns about corruption among judges and prosecutors who passed vetting process
Altin Dumani, the head of Albania’s Special Structure Against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK), expressed concerns about corruption among judges and prosecutors who have passed the vetting process and remain...
Edi Rama pledges identity correction for Albanians in UK during London visit
During his visit to London as part of the “Proud of Albania” tour, Prime Minister Edi Rama promised to initiate diplomatic negotiations with the British government to allow Albanians who registered with false...
SPAK cracks down on organized crime and judicial corruption. Two journalists also under investigation
Albania’s ongoing efforts to combat corruption made important progress with the Special Structure Against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK) conducting an operation targeting judicial corruption and organized crime in Elbasan....
Albanian President concludes consultations on election date, DP boycotts the process
Albanian President Bajram Begaj has concluded his consultations with political parties regarding the date for the 2025 parliamentary elections. The process, aimed at ensuring transparency and inclusivity, has seen broad participation,...
Albania advances further on its path to EU membership
Albania has made progress in its EU membership negotiations by opening discussions on Chapter VI, focused on foreign relations. During a meeting of the Committee of Permanent Representatives (COREPER), ambassadors from...
Albania celebrates Alphabet Day: a pivotal moment for national identity
On November 22, Albanians commemorate Alphabet Day, marking the historic Congress of Manastir in 1908, when the Albanian alphabet was standardized. This enormously important event not only unified a fragmented language but also symbolized...
Kosovo PM warns of Serbian aggression amid rising tensions and internal challenges
Kosovo’s Prime Minister Albin Kurti has warned of Serbia’s alleged ambitions to destabilize the Western Balkans, accusing Belgrade of pursuing a renewed agenda of regional hegemony under the guise of...