http://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Sun, 05 Jul 2026 23:33:21 +0200 Sun, 05 Jul 2026 23:33:21 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png http://www.euronews.com http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/05/thousands-swarm-the-streets-of-tirana-in-major-pink-flamingo-anti-government-protests http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/05/thousands-swarm-the-streets-of-tirana-in-major-pink-flamingo-anti-government-protests Sun, 05 Jul 2026 17:22:00 +0200 Protesters chanted slogans and carried slogans reading "Albania is not for sale" as they protested PM Edi Rama on his 62nd birthday for protests opposing a holiday resort project linked to the Trump family in a protected area in a southwestern part of the country. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/02/albanian-police-fire-water-cannon-as-protests-against-trump-linked-luxury-resort-continue http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/02/albanian-police-fire-water-cannon-as-protests-against-trump-linked-luxury-resort-continue Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:13:47 +0200 The government says the development on the Adriatic coast would be transformational for the former communist nation as it seeks to enter the high-end tourism market and pushes for European Union membership. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/02/exclusive-eu-set-to-reallocate-western-balkans-funding-in-favour-of-accession-frontrunners http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/02/exclusive-eu-set-to-reallocate-western-balkans-funding-in-favour-of-accession-frontrunners Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:13:33 +0200 The EU will redirect Western Balkans reform funding towards frontrunners Montenegro, Albania and North Macedonia, as other countries are struggling to keep up with reform deadlines. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/29/eu-lawmakers-say-they-were-blocked-from-fully-inspecting-italys-migrant-detention-centre-i http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/29/eu-lawmakers-say-they-were-blocked-from-fully-inspecting-italys-migrant-detention-centre-i Mon, 29 Jun 2026 20:49:25 +0200 MEPs from the Greens/EFA group say staff refused to answer questions, blocked access to cells and provided no data during a visit to the Gjadër facility. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/18/albanias-pm-edi-rama-in-berlin-europe-today-needs-courage-for-enlargement http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/18/albanias-pm-edi-rama-in-berlin-europe-today-needs-courage-for-enlargement Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:10:53 +0200 Is Europe ready for its next Helmut Kohl moment? Albania's PM Edi Rama makes his case in Berlin http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/17/albania-edi-rama-europe-eu-helmut-kohl http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/17/albania-edi-rama-europe-eu-helmut-kohl Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:36:56 +0200 In Berlin, once the symbol of a divided Germany and Europe, Albania’s Prime Minister Edi Rama delivered a speech on Europe's future. Rama called on Europe to seize a “Helmut Kohl moment”. Euronews reports on the speech, delivered at the German Committee on Eastern European Economic Relations. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/16/seaplanes-greece-albania-link-takes-off-with-more-international-routes-planned http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/16/seaplanes-greece-albania-link-takes-off-with-more-international-routes-planned Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:19:06 +0200 Hellenic Seaplanes is expanding its network, introducing new routes that will connect the city of Ioannina with Vlorë and Pogradec in neighbouring Albania. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/15/albania-assures-eu-its-kushner-linked-tourism-project-will-meet-environmental-standards http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/15/albania-assures-eu-its-kushner-linked-tourism-project-will-meet-environmental-standards Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:34:54 +0200 Albania has promised that a €1.4bn project linked to Donald Trump's son-in-law will meet EU environmental standards, Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos said on Monday. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/14/albania-mass-protests-against-trump-son-in-laws-tourism-investment-enters-14th-day http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/14/albania-mass-protests-against-trump-son-in-laws-tourism-investment-enters-14th-day Sun, 14 Jun 2026 17:35:48 +0200 Prime Minister Edi Rama is standing by the project, insisting he has no intention of backing down. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/12/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-jared-kushner-resort-protests-in-albania http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/12/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-jared-kushner-resort-protests-in-albania Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:29:58 +0200 Protests in Albania over a Jared Kushner-backed resort project have sparked a diplomatic row with Iran. Prime Minister Edi Rama alleges that online campaigns supporting the protests are part of an Iranian-backed "hybrid war," while Iran denies the claims. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/12/albania-thousands-rally-on-12th-day-of-protests-against-trump-linked-resort http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/12/albania-thousands-rally-on-12th-day-of-protests-against-trump-linked-resort Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:26:26 +0200 Thousands of protesters gathered in Tirana on 11 June for a twelfth consecutive day of demonstrations against a proposed luxury resort linked to Jared Kushner, warning that the project threatens Albania’s protected Vjosa-Narta wetlands. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/11/who-is-jared-kushner http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/11/who-is-jared-kushner Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:51:26 +0200 The White House envoy has long attracted attention for his links to US politics and his business dealings around the world, but as controversy grows over a property deal in Albania, many are asking: Who is Jared Kushner? http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/11/newsletter-the-blocs-budget-gameplay http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/11/newsletter-the-blocs-budget-gameplay Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:47:44 +0200 As the 2026 FIFA World Cup officially kicks off in Mexico on Thursday, the European Union is attempting to figure out it's own on-field strategy for combatting finance crunches triggered by energy shocks and shifting geopolitics. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/11/thousands-protest-demanding-albanias-pm-rama-resigns http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/11/thousands-protest-demanding-albanias-pm-rama-resigns Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:31:53 +0200 Protests initially started over a proposed investment project by a venture linked to Donald Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, in a protected coastal area. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/10/europe-today-us-and-iran-exchange-fresh-attacks-as-eu-unveils-new-russia-sanctions http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/10/europe-today-us-and-iran-exchange-fresh-attacks-as-eu-unveils-new-russia-sanctions Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:57:24 +0200 Iran has launched a missile attack on a US air base in Jordan after President Donald Trump blamed Tehran for the downing of an American Apache helicopter. In Europe, Jorge Liboreiro reports on the EU's new package of sanctions against Russia targeting oil, the Russian "shadow fleet", and banks. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/09/act-without-delay-brussels-warns-albania-over-trump-linked-resort-project http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/09/act-without-delay-brussels-warns-albania-over-trump-linked-resort-project Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:29:15 +0200 A spokesperson for the European Commission has said that Tirana must “refrain from actions that could undermine” its bid to join the European Union, amid concerns that a sprawling coastal development linked to Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner is in breach of EU environmental standards. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/09/amid-widespread-protests-albanian-island-project-also-sparks-flood-of-fake-claims http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/09/amid-widespread-protests-albanian-island-project-also-sparks-flood-of-fake-claims Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:08:40 +0200 The heated controversy surrounding the multi-billion-euro property development project across various Albanian beauty spots has triggered a stream of misleading online claims. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/09/albanias-pm-posts-ai-video-of-himself-in-miniskirt-in-swipe-at-online-influencers http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/09/albanias-pm-posts-ai-video-of-himself-in-miniskirt-in-swipe-at-online-influencers Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:58:55 +0200 In a speech, Rama argued that many influencers make money by promoting themselves on social media while paying no taxes to the state. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/08/what-is-kushner-island-and-why-are-albanians-protesting-about-it http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/08/what-is-kushner-island-and-why-are-albanians-protesting-about-it Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:48:01 +0200 Known as Sazan Island, the former Italian military outpost and once secret communist naval base is being contested again as plans for a luxury resort raise questions about conservation. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/08/date-nights-bookshops-and-perfect-prishtina-dua-lipa-shares-her-european-travel-recommenda http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/08/date-nights-bookshops-and-perfect-prishtina-dua-lipa-shares-her-european-travel-recommenda Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:29:19 +0200 Are your summer holiday plans in need of New Rules? Dua Lipa has curated a list of where to go, eat and sight-see with Google Maps that you can download now. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/08/europe-today-zelenskyy-e3-leaders-agree-peace-terms-as-pro-eu-party-claims-victory-in-arme http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/08/europe-today-zelenskyy-e3-leaders-agree-peace-terms-as-pro-eu-party-claims-victory-in-arme Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:58:38 +0200 The leaders of Germany, France, the UK and Ukraine agreed on concrete conditions for peace yesterday, including Europe's participation in direct talks with Vladimir Putin. In Armenia, a pro-EU party has claimed victory in the elections held yesterday. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/05/albanias-edi-rama-tells-euronews-there-is-no-alternative-to-eu-accession http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/05/albanias-edi-rama-tells-euronews-there-is-no-alternative-to-eu-accession Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:29:51 +0200 In a wide-ranging interview with Euronews, Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama said there is no alternative for his country to EU accession. He also warned about the risks posed by anti-EU forces and “third actors” operating in the Western Balkans. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/05/rama-alleges-hybrid-war-behind-protests-against-kushner-linked-coastal-development http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/05/rama-alleges-hybrid-war-behind-protests-against-kushner-linked-coastal-development Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:49:40 +0200 The luxury venture, spanning a protected island and a stretch of seafront on the southern coast, has drawn opposition from environmental campaigners and critics of Prime Minister Edi Rama, who sees external interference. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/04/clash-at-protest-against-kushner-linked-albania-resort-project http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/04/clash-at-protest-against-kushner-linked-albania-resort-project Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:52:08 +0200 Video shows security personnel arguing with demonstrators before pushing one protester to the ground and dragging him away. The incident took place during a rally organised by environmental groups opposing a luxury resort project linked to Jared Kushner, the son-in-law of US President Donald Trump. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/04/albania-fourth-day-of-unrest-as-trump-linked-resort-sparks-protests http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/04/albania-fourth-day-of-unrest-as-trump-linked-resort-sparks-protests Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:24:52 +0200 On the fourth consecutive day of protests, demonstrators clashed with police in central Tirana on 3 June over a luxury resort project linked to the Trump family. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/03/protests-continue-for-third-day-over-controversial-trump-family-linked-resort-in-albania http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/03/protests-continue-for-third-day-over-controversial-trump-family-linked-resort-in-albania Wed, 03 Jun 2026 22:39:18 +0200 The luxury venture, spanning a protected island and a stretch of seafront on the southern coast, has drawn opposition from environmental campaigners and critics of Prime Minister Edi Rama. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/02/protests-against-luxury-resort-in-albania-linked-to-jared-jushner-now-in-second-day http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/02/protests-against-luxury-resort-in-albania-linked-to-jared-jushner-now-in-second-day Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:55:47 +0200 Environmental NGOs have long raised concerns that the project could threaten the area's biodiversity and disrupt bird migration routes. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/16/council-of-europe-reinterprets-migrant-rights-meloni-champions-italian-model http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/16/council-of-europe-reinterprets-migrant-rights-meloni-champions-italian-model Sat, 16 May 2026 11:28:51 +0200 Council of Europe member states have backed a declaration reinterpreting the European Convention on Human Rights, and Italy claims credit for the returns scheme agreed by Rome and Tirana. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/04/27/un-human-rights-office-rebukes-sweden-for-deporting-disabled-child-twice-to-albania http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/04/27/un-human-rights-office-rebukes-sweden-for-deporting-disabled-child-twice-to-albania Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:20:42 +0200 The committee, a body of 18 independent experts, monitors implementation of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights by its state parties and conducts regular country reviews. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/21/travelling-to-albania-new-hotels-and-key-things-to-know-for-visitors-in-2026 http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/21/travelling-to-albania-new-hotels-and-key-things-to-know-for-visitors-in-2026 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:48:13 +0200 From a range of upscale hotels to relaxed visa rules for some visitors, there’s plenty to look forward to in Albania this year. http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/02/albania-on-alert-after-us-warning-as-bulgaria-confirms-iran-diplomatic-note http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/02/albania-on-alert-after-us-warning-as-bulgaria-confirms-iran-diplomatic-note Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:19:57 +0200 Albania is on alert after the United States Embassy in Tirana warned of possible threats linked to the Tehran regime. Meanwhile, Bulgaria confirmed it received a warning from Iran over US military use of its airports. http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/11/serbia-and-albania-issue-joint-text-on-eu-accession-without-veto http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/11/serbia-and-albania-issue-joint-text-on-eu-accession-without-veto Wed, 11 Mar 2026 22:13:48 +0100 In a joint op-ed published in a German newspaper, the Serbian and Albanian leaders argued for a phased EU accession process that would involve waiving their right of veto. http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/11/police-fire-tear-gas-as-albania-opposition-protest-turns-violent http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/11/police-fire-tear-gas-as-albania-opposition-protest-turns-violent Wed, 11 Feb 2026 10:08:53 +0100 At least 16 police were injured and 13 people arrested as opposition leader Sali Berisha’s supporters clashed with security forces in Tirana over corruption claims. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/02/11/violence-erupts-at-anti-government-protest-in-albanian-capital http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/02/11/violence-erupts-at-anti-government-protest-in-albanian-capital Wed, 11 Feb 2026 09:30:52 +0100 Clashes broke out between police and opposition supporters in Tirana as protesters demanded the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. http://www.euronews.com/2026/01/27/deep-concern-over-40-environmental-groups-urge-luxury-resort-on-albanian-island-to-be-susp http://www.euronews.com/2026/01/27/deep-concern-over-40-environmental-groups-urge-luxury-resort-on-albanian-island-to-be-susp Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:47:44 +0100 Dozens of environmental organisations are urging the Albanian government to halt the mega project on Sazan. http://www.euronews.com/2026/01/25/clashes-erupt-during-anti-government-protest-in-tirana http://www.euronews.com/2026/01/25/clashes-erupt-during-anti-government-protest-in-tirana Sun, 25 Jan 2026 17:50:32 +0100 The demonstrations were led by opposition leader and former prime minister Sali Berisha, and drew thousands of people who gathered in front of Tirana's main government building. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/12/29/peak-northern-lights-and-stunning-hikes-the-unmissable-european-places-to-visit-in-2026 http://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/12/29/peak-northern-lights-and-stunning-hikes-the-unmissable-european-places-to-visit-in-2026 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 08:02:30 +0100 From culture and art to nature, these European destinations are some of the best to visit in 2026 if you want deeper authenticity, local immersion and unforgettable memories. http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/23/albanian-police-arrest-four-after-molotov-cocktails-thrown-at-anti-government-protest http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/23/albanian-police-arrest-four-after-molotov-cocktails-thrown-at-anti-government-protest Tue, 23 Dec 2025 11:07:23 +0100 Police in Tirana arrested four people and opened investigations into seven others following Monday's opposition rally where Molotov cocktails were thrown at officers, injuring three. http://www.euronews.com/2025/11/24/severe-weather-causes-deaths-and-evacuations-in-albania-and-greece http://www.euronews.com/2025/11/24/severe-weather-causes-deaths-and-evacuations-in-albania-and-greece Mon, 24 Nov 2025 18:59:13 +0100 Torrential rain in Albania has killed a 75-year-old and evacuated hundreds due to flooding. Severe weather has also hit Greece, causing widespread damage. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/11/19/crime-is-a-problem-everywhere-and-brussels-isnt-better-pm-rama-defends-albania-on-path-to- http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/11/19/crime-is-a-problem-everywhere-and-brussels-isnt-better-pm-rama-defends-albania-on-path-to- Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:43:45 +0100 Albanian PM Edi Rama says his country deserves a seat at the EU's table, citing reforms and public support. Rama says crime and corruption are serious problems, but not exclusive to Tirana: "Brussels has crime too." http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/11/17/when-you-deliver-you-progress-eu-opens-final-negotiations-cluster-with-albania http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/11/17/when-you-deliver-you-progress-eu-opens-final-negotiations-cluster-with-albania Mon, 17 Nov 2025 14:36:07 +0100 The European Union has opened the last remaining negotiation chapters with Albania, bringing the Western Balkan country closer to joining the EU by 2030. "There is no escape from Albania," said PM Edi Rama. http://www.euronews.com/video/2025/11/08/researchers-discover-giant-spider-megacity-in-cave-on-albania-greece-border http://www.euronews.com/video/2025/11/08/researchers-discover-giant-spider-megacity-in-cave-on-albania-greece-border Sat, 08 Nov 2025 23:07:29 +0100 Scientists have uncovered a massive spider colony of more than 110,000 arachnids living inside a cave on the Albania-Greece border, possibly forming the largest web structure ever found. http://www.euronews.com/2025/11/07/worlds-biggest-spiderweb-home-to-more-than-110000-spiders-discovered-on-the-albanian-greek http://www.euronews.com/2025/11/07/worlds-biggest-spiderweb-home-to-more-than-110000-spiders-discovered-on-the-albanian-greek Fri, 07 Nov 2025 12:27:33 +0100 This is the first evidence of colonial behaviour in two common spider species and probably represents the largest spider web in the world. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/11/07/brussels-confused-candidate-countries-frustrated-is-eu-enlargement-still-possible http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/11/07/brussels-confused-candidate-countries-frustrated-is-eu-enlargement-still-possible Fri, 07 Nov 2025 07:00:48 +0100 Climate dodging, money laundering & EU enlargement momentum - catch up on the week in EU politics on "Brussels, my love?" the podcast http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/11/05/we-dont-accept-lectures-when-it-comes-to-the-fight-against-corruption-pm-rama-says http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/11/05/we-dont-accept-lectures-when-it-comes-to-the-fight-against-corruption-pm-rama-says Wed, 05 Nov 2025 18:15:54 +0100 Albania is committed to joining the EU by 2030 in an “ambitious but doable” timeline, Edi Rama told Euronews. The European Commission's annual check-up of where the EU candidate countries stand on their membership paths came out largely positive for Tirana. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/11/04/zelenskyy-sandu-vucic-to-defend-their-accession-bids-as-brussels-unveils-annual-enlargemen http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/11/04/zelenskyy-sandu-vucic-to-defend-their-accession-bids-as-brussels-unveils-annual-enlargemen Tue, 04 Nov 2025 09:00:00 +0100 Euronews hosted the leaders of Albania, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia and Ukraine, as well as the European Council President and EU enlargement chief, in a summit that coincided with the unveiling of Brussels’ annual enlargement report. http://www.euronews.com/2025/11/03/albania-and-the-european-union-a-shared-journey-toward-a-common-future http://www.euronews.com/2025/11/03/albania-and-the-european-union-a-shared-journey-toward-a-common-future Mon, 03 Nov 2025 11:02:08 +0100 For us, enlargement is reunification, representing the fulfilment of a shared European project that includes all those who share its interests and uphold its values, Albanian Ambassador to the EU Ferit Hoxha writes in his op-ed on the eve of Euronews’ EU Enlargement Summit. http://www.euronews.com/next/2025/10/30/albanias-ai-minister-is-pregnant-with-83-digital-assistants-prime-minister-says http://www.euronews.com/next/2025/10/30/albanias-ai-minister-is-pregnant-with-83-digital-assistants-prime-minister-says Thu, 30 Oct 2025 12:14:50 +0100 Diella, the country’s first AI system that is now a minister in Edi Rama’s cabinet, will have 83 “children,” who will become parliamentary assistants. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/10/16/albania-moldova-montenegro-and-north-macedonia-join-eus-sepa-scheme http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/10/16/albania-moldova-montenegro-and-north-macedonia-join-eus-sepa-scheme Thu, 16 Oct 2025 17:24:10 +0200 Albania, Moldova, Montenegro and North Macedonia joined the Single Euro Payments Area or SEPA, enabling quicker and cheaper financial transactions across the EU. http://www.euronews.com/2025/10/07/man-on-trial-in-albania-kills-judge-in-courtroom-shooting http://www.euronews.com/2025/10/07/man-on-trial-in-albania-kills-judge-in-courtroom-shooting Tue, 07 Oct 2025 10:49:28 +0200 Two people were also injured after 30-year-old suspect opened fire during a hearing over property dispute at the Tirana Court of Appeal.