NATO Summit Will Not Take Place in Albania in 2027, Says Prime Minister Rama

By admin November 13, 2026 No comment

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Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has confirmed that NATO will not hold its next summit in Albania in 2027, despite earlier plans to host the alliance’s leaders in Tirana. Speaking in Dublin on Thursday, Rama said there was no common decision on the timing of the next summit, adding that Albania could host it in […]

Montenegro Could Sign EU Accession Treaty by June 2027, Commission Says

By admin November 4, 2026 No comment

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The European Commission said on Wednesday that Montenegro could conclude its European Union accession negotiations by the end of 2026 and sign an accession treaty as early as June 2027. In its annual enlargement policy report, the Commission described Montenegro as the first candidate country since Croatia in 2011 to be close to completing accession […]

Fresh Protests Erupt in Albania Despite New Measures

By admin October 26, 2026 No comment

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Fresh anti-government protests erupted in Albania’s capital, Tirana, on Sunday, October 25, despite new measures announced by Prime Minister Edi Rama to curb unrest. Demonstrators gathered outside the Education Ministry before marching to the prime minister’s office, where they set fire to chairs placed there as an invitation for dialogue with the government. The

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