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2025 Rule of Law Report: European Commission fails to raise its voice and continues to ignore emergency situations
European Federation of Journalists
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On 8 July, the European Commission published its 6th Rule of Law (RoL) report, assessing countries’ advancements and progress in four key areas, one of which is media freedom. The same four candidate countries as in 2024 – Albania, Serbia, North...
Only via Dialogue and Once It Has Fulfilled Its Commitments Can North Macedonia Begin Negotiations, Says Parliament Chair Kiselova
Bulgarian News Agency
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"We hope that our neighbors in the Republic of North Macedonia will see that when there is dialogue and when commitments between the European Union and the country in question are fulfilled, negotiations can be greatly accelerated, as is the case...
GOCAT Gallery Draws Attention from Italy’s Leading Arts Media
Euronews Albania
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July 9, 2025
The Gallery of Contemporary Art Tirana (GOCAT) has captured the attention of Italy’s largest cultural media outlet, Artribune. The prestigious publication—Italy’s most followed source for all things art and culture—highlighted the gallery’s latest...
Scott Ritter: The Birth of the German Fourth Reich
Consortium News
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July 15, 2025
After its defeat, Adolf Hitler’s Third Reich was coaxed back to life by the very forces that once conspired to defeat it. From left: French Prime Minister Pierre Mendes-France, West German Chancellor Konrad Adenauer, British Foreign Minister...
VOTE: Who will be the MVP of the FIBA U16 EuroBasket 2025, Division C?
FIBA Basketball
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SHKODER (Albania) - The lineup of potential candidates looking to take MVP honors at the FIBA U16 EuroBasket 2025, Division C is beginning to take shape as the competition in Albania is heading into the final stretch. The poll below is your chance...
Armenian referees to officiate UEFA Conference League matches
Public Radio of Armenia
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July 10, 2025
Home | All news | Sport | Armenian referees to officiate UEFA Conference League matches SportTop Armenian referees will officiate matches in the first qualifying round of the UEFA Conference League taking place today, on July 10. KF Vllaznia...
Albanian royal Prince Leka looks fully loved-up with his new girlfriend, Blerta Celibashi
Tatler
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July 10, 2025
Blerta is a photographer based in Tirana – where the Prince also lives – who boasts over 10,000 Instagram followers and describes herself as working in ‘the art of visual storytelling’. Judging by her social media account, she usually photographs...
Wildfire Situation in the Country: Ministry of Defense Reports 9 Fire Outbreaks in 24 Hours
Euronews Albania
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June 28, 2025
The Ministry of Defense has reported that 9 fire outbreaks were recorded in the past 24 hours across five municipalities: Tirana, Durrës, Kavaja, Lezhë, and Berat. According to the Ministry, all fires were successfully extinguished without causing...
Five Iranians nabbed at US northern border as terror fears grip small towns
Fox News
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Counterterrorism expert Jonathan Gilliam said Iranian sleeper cells might be hiding "in plain sight" as Iran has issued threats against America. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A Customs and Border Protection (CBP) spokesman confirmed...
Veliaj in Legal and Political Limbo: High Court Confirms Detention, Rule-of-Law in Question
Tirana Times
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July 9, 2025
Change font size: - + Reset Tirana Times, TIRANA July 9, 2025— Albania’s High Court on Tuesday upheld the pretrial detention of Tirana Mayor Erion Veliaj, marking a decisive moment in both the judicial handling of the high-profile case and in...
Albanian offshore investment surges fourfold in seven years
Gazeta Tema
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July 4, 2025
TIRANA, July 4 - Albanian capital is flowing abroad — rising from €393 million in 2017 to €1.57 billion in 2024, per Vienna Institute data. Major companies are expanding into Kosovo, North Macedonia and beyond, with telecoms, construction, banking...
European Parliament calls for reforms and action on foreign interference in Western Balkans
BNE Intellinews
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The European Parliament adopted three country reports on July 9, stressing the urgent need for reforms in Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina and North Macedonia, while also calling for effective use of the EU’s Growth Plan and stronger resistance to...
GFA President engages Albanian and Kosovo counterparts on VAR, medical infrastructure and stadium collaboration
Ghana Soccer Net
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July 9, 2025
President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, has held strategic talks with the presidents of the Albanian and Kosovo football federations during a working visit to Tirana, Albania. The discussions, held on July 1, 2025, with...
Stronger Ties with Israel in Energy, Cybersecurity
Albanian Daily News
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The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Infrastructure and Energy, Belinda Balluku, hosted in an official meeting an Israeli delegation led by the Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, Eli Cohen, as part of a two-day visit to Tirana. During the...
Air Canada and ITA Airways launch codeshare, boosting Canada–Italy connectivity ahead of Star Alliance integration
Aviation24.be
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July 15, 2025
Air Canada and ITA Airways have signed a new codeshare agreement, marking a key milestone in their expanding partnership and paving the way for ITA Airways’ entry into Star Alliance in early 2026. Starting July 21, 2025, passengers can access over...
A Unique Summer Season Full of Rhythm and Rewards for Credins bank Clients!
Albanian Daily News
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Albania today is not just a beautiful tourist destination, it is increasingly recognized on international travel maps for the vibrant European energy of its cities. Its artistic, cultural, historical, and social traditions have evolved with a...
Man in Western Greece Jailed for Attempted Abduction of 4-Year-Old Girl
To Vima
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July 15, 2025
A 48-year-old man has been ordered into pre-trial detention in western Greece after being charged with the attempted abduction of a four-year-old girl in the village of Kakóvatos, near the town of Zacháro. According to judicial authorities, both...
BoA Cuts Policy Rate to 2.5%, as Inflation Eases
Albanian Daily News
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Albania's central bank said it has decided to slash its benchmark interest rate to 2.50%, from 2.75 %, as inflation has eased and economic growth has continued steadily. Bank of Albania's supervisory council also decided to cut the overnight...
Crop prices rise sharply, livestock steady in 2024
Gazeta Tema
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July 3, 2025
TIRANA, July 3 — Agricultural prices in Albania rose by 4.8% in 2024 compared to the previous year, driven mainly by higher costs in crop production, official data show. The index for plant-based products increased by 9.1%, reflecting stronger...
In Europe just as in Trump’s America, the creeping criminalisation of migration and solidarity
Vox Europ
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July 15, 2025
Spectacular images of the USA's campaign against illegal immigration have been seen and shared around the world. Launched by President Donald Trump immediately on his return to power, the ongoing crackdown betrays America's drift into...