Albania Targets Medical Tourism Boom with Affordable Dental Care

By admin September 8, 2026 No comment

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Albania is emerging as a growing destination for dental tourism, with its capital Tirana attracting international patients seeking affordable treatments. The city has nearly 400 dental clinics serving a population of around 600,000, while many clinics now market their services in English and Italian to reach overseas customers. Dental implants typically cost about €600 per

EU Hopes Iceland Vote Could Boost Enlargement Support

By admin August 19, 2026 No comment

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Iceland will hold a referendum on August 29 on whether to restart negotiations to join the European Union, a move EU officials believe could strengthen public support for further enlargement. Iceland already has access to the EU single market through the European Economic Area, and diplomats say its potential return to membership talks could improve […]

Kushner-Backed Albania Resort Faces Land Dispute Over Alleged Fake Deeds

By admin July 11, 2026 No comment

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A Miami-based Albanian businessman who sold coastal land for a luxury resort project linked to Jared Kushner is under investigation for allegedly using forged property documents, according to case files reviewed by Reuters. Albanian prosecutors have accused Artur Shehu of money laundering and involvement in drug trafficking networks, allegations he has denied through his

Angry Landowners Tear Down Coastal Resort Fences in Albania Amid Growing Development Backlash

By admin June 15, 2026 No comment

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Around 200 angry protesters in northwestern Albania tore down metal and razor-wire fences at a luxury resort construction site on Saturday, marking a sharp escalation in public backlash against coastal developments. The demonstration took place in Rrjoll, an area known for its pristine sandy beaches and pine forests. While some brief scuffles with police broke […]

European Police Crack Down on Albanian Call Centre Scam

By admin April 30, 2026 No comment

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European law enforcement agencies have dismantled a criminal network accused of running a large-scale investment fraud through call centres in Albania, according to Europol. The joint operation, involving Albanian and Austrian authorities, led to the arrest of 10 suspects and the seizure of nearly 900,000 euros in cash. Many of the victims were based in […]

Albanian Actor Sues Government Over Use of Her Image as AI “Minister”

By admin February 14, 2026 No comment

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An Albanian film and theatre actor has filed a lawsuit against the government, claiming her face and voice were used without consent to create an AI-generated “virtual minister.” The case centres on Anila Bisha, whose likeness was used for an avatar named Diella, unveiled when Prime Minister Edi Rama began his fourth term last September. […]

Violent Protests Erupt in Tirana Over Corruption Allegations

By admin February 11, 2026 No comment

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Thousands of anti-government protesters clashed with police in Albania’s capital Tirana on Tuesday evening, demanding the resignation of Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku over alleged corruption. Demonstrators threw petrol bombs at a government building, while police responded with water cannon and riot units to disperse the crowds gathered near the prime minister’s

Protests Erupt in Albania Over Deputy Prime Minister’s Corruption Charges

By admin December 23, 2025 No comment

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Protests erupted in Tirana, Albania, as demonstrators hurled petrol bombs at the government building housing Prime Minister Edi Rama’s office. The unrest follows the indictment of Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku on allegations of corruption, accused of using state funds to favor certain companies in major infrastructure projects. Balluku, who also leads the Ministry

Italy Launches Controversial Migrant Camp in Albania

By admin August 1, 2024 No comment

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Italy, the European Union’s top destination for migrants, is beginning a new chapter in its migration policy by opening its first camp in Albania, part of a plan to “offshore” the migrant challenge. This initiative allows Italy to house up to 3,000 migrants per month who are rescued while attempting to reach its shores. The […]

Balkans hit by blackouts as heatwave persists

By admin June 22, 2024 No comment

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On Friday, four Balkan countries—Albania, Bosnia, Montenegro, and significant parts of the Croatian coast—experienced simultaneous power outages lasting several hours amid a summer heatwave. The blackouts, which began at 13:00 local time (11:00 GMT), were triggered by a surge in power demand as residents used air conditioning to cope with the high temperatures, which