Since the summer of 2020, the Mayor of Tirana, Erion Veliaj, started talking about building a bicycle academy in Tirana. “We will have a space near “Mother Teresa” Square, or this space between the Palace of Congresses and the Presidency, or at “Italia” Square, which has actually already been turned into a bicycle square, as … Read more
Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has issued a statement on the memorandum of understanding signed between Iran and the US. He said that “in principle” he did not agree with signing an agreement with Donald Trump, “who, out of desperation, used all kinds of leverage for this purpose.” However, Khamenei said the Iranian president “declared that … Read more
The citizens’ protest has continued for the 19th consecutive day, with demonstrators gathering today near the Albanian Parliament building during the plenary session. Protesters positioned themselves near the main entrance to the Parliament, blocking the passage of majority MPs. Due to the situation, most of them have exited through another entrance to the building, avoiding … Read more
Albania will soon have a new American ambassador in Tirana. The United States Senate has officially confirmed Eric Wendt as the US ambassador to Tirana, ending the process of his nomination and approval in American institutions. In the Senate session, Wendt’s candidacy received 51 votes in favor and 47 against, securing the majority needed for … Read more
The Assembly approved a new package of measures that toughens penalties for driving under the influence of alcohol, using a mobile phone, and violations by drivers without a license. The Albanian Parliament has approved with 84 votes the amendments to the Road Code, a broad package of measures aimed at increasing road safety and toughening … Read more
Artur Shehu’s name was first linked to serious events in Vlora, in the late 1990s, when a gunfight with Myrteza Çaushi in his bar ended with three victims and two injured, among them Zani himself. Luan Bedini, Shehu’s uncle, also lost his life in that event. After those developments, Shehu fled to the United States … Read more
An undeclared amount of 19 thousand euros was seized at the Port of Durres during controls carried out by Durres Customs in cooperation with the Border Police. According to the official announcement, the money was discovered on Tuesday evening at the exit of the territory of the Republic of Albania, before the boarding of passengers … Read more
After the couple’s statements about violence by the Balaj family, the police searched their apartment. The ‘Blues’ have escorted Petrit Balaj and declared Kristaj Balaj wanted. The latter is suspected of approaching the Nika family with a gun in the forest 3 days ago. Skënder and Bardhe Nika have stated that the only conflict is … Read more
The European Parliament has finally approved new rules for the return of third-country nationals staying illegally in the European Union. The regulation was approved with 418 votes in favor, 218 against and 30 abstentions, with the support of the European People’s Party and right-wing forces. Under the new rules, a return decision means an obligation … Read more
With the start of the summer tourist season, the State Police has implemented a plan of measures to ease traffic and increase road safety during the summer months. From June 16 to September 15, the circulation of heavy goods vehicles will be restricted during weekends and official holidays. The restrictions apply to goods transport vehicles … Read more