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Albania continues to tackle fires spreading through country

Fires blazing through Albania have spread up north of the country. The EU has been assisting the country with resources needed to tackle the wildfires.

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Protesters in Albania demand resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama

Demonstrators also demanded the release of opposition leader Sali Berisha who has been held under house arrest on corruption charges since last year.

Albania

Fredi Beleri to be temporarily freed from Albanian jail

Jailed Greek mayor-elect Fredi Beleri will take temporary leave from Albanian prison to attend the inaugural session of European Parliament.

Europe News

Albania asks for EU help to tackle wildfires

There have been numerous wildfires in the southern district of Dropull, 250 kilometers south of the capital Tirana. Fires there have been made worse by wind with firefighters hampered by a lack of equipment and the means to access the remote mountainous areas.

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Flames in the mountains, the Dropull fire crisis

A massive fire erupted in the Dropull area of Albania yesterday, initially starting as an isolated fire in the mountains before quickly becoming dangerous for the residents.

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Soldiers and firefighters battle Albanian mountain fire

Soldiers and firefighters are struggling to contain a massive blaze amid summer heat.

Culture news

World-renowned Albanian novelist Ismail Kadare dies aged 88

The Albanian literary giant was best known for works including "Broken April" and "The General of the Dead Army", chronicling life under communist dictator Enver Hoxha by way of allegorical stories.

Europe News

Migrant detention facilities nearly built in Albania in controversial

The construction of two Italian migrant detention centres in Albania is underway with the facilities expected to open at the beginning of August.

World News

Ten most iconic moments of Euro 2024 tournament so far

From Riccardo Calafiori's tears to Albania's quickest goal in Euros history and of course the absolutely insane Group E, we take a look at the most iconic moments of Euro 2024 so far.

Albania

Elected MEP Fredi Beleri to remain behind bars in Albania

The move is expected to further exacerbate Albania’s tension with its neighbour, Greece.

Sport

Euro 2024: Italy reach knockouts after last-minute stunner vs Croatia

Lazio's Mattia Zaccani earns the Azzurri a precious point against Croatia to qualify for the knockouts, while Spain finish Group B first without conceding a single goal as they beat Albania 1-0.

World News

Euro 2024: Albania most fined nation as matches reignite Balkan feuds

The latest disciplinary proceeding hit Albania's Mirlind Daku as he chanted anti-Macedonian and anti-Serbian slogans on Wednesday.

Germany

Euro 2024 latest: Germany beat Hungary to qualify for round of 16

Germany cement their lead, while in Group B Albania write off Croatia's sensational two-minute comeback with a 95' equaliser.

Destinations

What is Europe’s 90-day rule and which countries are excluded from it?

Worried about Europe’s 90-day rule? Travellers recommend the best places to break up your trip.

Europe News

From prison to EU Parliament: Meet the jailed MEPs

Freshly elected Ilaria Salis and Fredi Beleri may prove a thorn in the side of Hungary and Albania, as supposedly political charges raise questions over the rule of law.

Destinations

Europe’s off-the-beaten-track highlights according to travellers

You might not get to see iconic landmarks or eat in raved-about restaurants, but you’ll find space, peace and a few surprises.

Kosovo

Serb-majority areas vote on Albanian mayors' fate in Kosovo referendum

The ballot follows mayoral elections last April which were overwhelmingly boycotted by ethnic Serbs as part of a campaign for greater autonomy.

Albania

Eight dead after car carrying suspected migrants crashes in Albania

Albania is a route for some migrants heading for the EU, which is working with the country to close off paths into the bloc.

World News

EU enlargement in the Western Balkans: Expectations and obstacles

Despite the progress made by some Western Balkan countries such as North Macedonia and Albania, challenges remain when it comes to EU accession, including unresolved issues such as the Belgrade-Pristina Dialogue and the need for structural reforms

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Albania sets up first NATO base in Western Balkans

Tirana also offered and was discussing with NATO a naval base in western Albania.