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Erion Veliaj’s lawyers urge Constitutional Court to fast-track review amid concerns over capital’s governance
Albania’s Constitutional Court has been formally asked to accelerate its review of a constitutional challenge filed by Tirana Mayor Erion Veliaj against his continued pre-trial detention, which his legal team...
Albanian Constitutional Court reinstates Deputy PM, redraws the line between judiciary and government
Albania’s Constitutional Court has reinstated Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Infrastructure Belinda Balluku, ruling that her suspension by the Special Anti-Corruption Court (GJKKO) on November 20 lacked constitutional basis....
EU Reporter flags Veliaj detention as warning sign for Albania’s justice reform
The Irish-based media outlet focused on European political affairs, EU Reporter, has published a detailed analysis criticizing the prolonged pre-trial detention of Tirana’s suspended mayor, Erion Veliaj, and warning of...
Erion Veliaj demands end to “humiliating” metal cage detention, access to case files: raises concerns over procedural fairness
One day before the Special Anti-Corruption Court is expected to rule on a series of procedural complaints, Tirana Mayor Erion Veliaj issued a forceful appeal in court demanding the removal...
Edi Rama cites delayed Canada flight deal to illustrate impact of Deputy PM suspension
One day before the Constitutional Court is set to decide whether to accept his appeal, Prime Minister Edi Rama offered a concrete example of how the suspension of Deputy Prime...
Constitutional Court to weigh Rama’s challenge to Deputy PM suspension amid separation of powers debate
On Thursday, Albania’s Constitutional Court will decide whether to fully review Prime Minister Edi Rama’s appeal challenging the Special Anti-Corruption Court’s decision to suspend Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku. A...
Rama–Berisha clash over Balluku suspension: Accusations, legal interpretations, and institutional tensions
Prime Minister Edi Rama and opposition leader Sali Berisha clashed on Monday over the ongoing legal debate surrounding the suspension of Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku by the Special Anti-Corruption...
Rama warns of dangerous precedent as Constitutional Court weighs Balluku suspension
Albania’s Constitutional Court is set to decide Tuesday whether it will conduct a full review of Prime Minister Edi Rama’s request to interpret the legality of the Special Court’s decision...
Joni Keta proposed to lead Albania’s National Bureau of Investigation for five-year term
The Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) has nominated Joni Keta to serve as Director of the National Bureau of Investigation (BKH) for the next five years. The decision follows a selection...
Edi Rama asks Constitutional Court to review Deputy PM suspension, calls SPAK measure “unprecedented”
Prime Minister Edi Rama has formally asked the Constitutional Court to assess whether the suspension of Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku by the Special Court (GJKKO) represents an unconstitutional interference...