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Albanian authorities report 39 fire outbreaks over the past 24 hours, with 11 still active. Emergency services have evacuated 36 residents in Himara to prevent threats to populated areas.

Albanian authorities intercepted a vehicle at the Sukobin border crossing that is wanted by Swiss Interpol, leading to the confiscation of a Mercedes V-Class van being transported by a trailer.

Police in Tirana arrested fourteen individuals and initiated criminal proceedings after demonstrators blocked a major road adjacent to the Prime Minister’s residence during a protest gathering.

Albanian authorities have confiscated a significant cache of firearms, including pistols, shotguns, and rifles, from former police officer Uljan Shpataraku, resulting in the immediate revocation of his weapons permit.

Albanian authorities predict morning cloud cover and rain showers that will gradually clear by midday, bringing mixed atmospheric conditions.

Albanian authorities have extradited a 50-year-old Kosovar citizen, Anton Allakaj, to Kosovo. He was sentenced to 11 years and 6 months in prison for murder.

The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) has joined other signatories in condemning the escalating repression against journalists and civil society in Albania, calling on the European Union to increase pressure on Albanian authorities.

Albania's National Inspectorate of Territory Protection (IKMT) has suspended operations and fined five businesses in Dhërmi for environmental pollution and legislative breaches.

Prominent members of the Vlen party were reportedly detained at the Albanian border, prompting the party to demand an official explanation from Albanian authorities regarding the measure.

Ikballe Huduti has publicly reacted after Albanian authorities declared her persona non grata, citing national security risks due to her participation in a protest.

Albanian authorities have identified Shpëtim Aliu, known as 'Salvadore', as a key figure in a recent SPAK operation targeting international cocaine trafficking groups, where he played a universal role in the scheme.

Italian anti-mafia authorities held a press conference detailing a joint operation with Albanian authorities. The investigation revealed that the Albanian mafia was investing illicitly gained money in Albania.

Albanian authorities have identified and initiated criminal proceedings against the owners of three businesses in Tirana for operating unlicensed currency exchange services.

Albanian food safety authorities have blocked a hazelnut cocoa spread imported from Germany after the European RASFF system signaled its contamination with Salmonella spp., posing a health risk.

Albanian authorities, led by SPAK, have conducted an operation against an organized crime group involved in international cocaine trafficking to Latin America and Europe. The action resulted in multiple arrests, including the brother of a key figure, and the issuance of 11 arrest warrants.

Albanian food authorities blocked 7,196 kg of white cow cheese and immediately closed a dairy farm in Shkodër due to non-compliance with hygiene standards.

Albanian BKH and SPAK conducted 8-hour controls on luxury villas in Palasë belonging to Ergys Agasi and Ermal Beqiri, two businessmen sought in connection with the AKSHI scandal, investigating property concealment.

Albania's National Food Authority (AKU) is investigating the disappearance of 130 tons of corn, imported from Serbia and stored by MODI SHPK in Shkodër, which had been blocked due to aflatoxin contamination. The corn was reportedly sold without invoices over three months.

Albanian authorities detained a man in the village of Krekëz near Kuçovë after he allegedly threatened his brother with a firearm, sparking distressing scenes witnessed by local children.

Albanian authorities continue to monitor dozens of fire outbreaks nationwide, with 27 reported incidents in the last 24 hours and several still actively burning in areas including Dajt, Dibër, and Shkodër.

Albanian authorities uncovered a sophisticated smuggling operation after discovering narcotics concealed within meals delivered to prison 313, highlighting ongoing security vulnerabilities.

Albanian authorities penalized a jet ski driver with a substantial fine and vehicle seizure after he entered restricted tourist zones along the Ksamil coastline.

A 48-year-old man was arrested in Filothei, north of Athens, on an international warrant issued by Albanian authorities for homicide, following a special operation by Greek police.

Albania's Ministry of Interior has declared two citizens from North Macedonia, Valon Beljan and Valjon Bela, as 'non grata' after Albanian authorities obtained information suggesting they were involved in activities detrimental to the Albanian state.

Journalist Basir Çollaku has raised doubts about the procedures followed by Albanian authorities in issuing an international arrest warrant for businessman Ermal Beqiri, questioning whether EU countries were notified.

Albanian authorities in Vlorë conducted a significant drug bust, seizing hundreds of doses of various narcotics including Tusi, Ketamine, MDMA, Cocaine, Ecstasy, and Cannabis, leading to the arrest of five individuals, two of whom are Italian citizens.

An international law enforcement operation, dubbed 'Operation Hard Ball,' has led to the arrest of 24 individuals with links to India-based criminal gangs across the United States, Canada, and Europe. Separately, Albanian authorities have arrested the head of a criminal group involved in trafficking tons of cocaine and marijuana from Albania and Latin America to the EU and Turkey.

Albanian special prosecution (SPAK) has dismantled an international criminal group involved in cocaine trafficking and money laundering, with investigations revealing properties and conversations on Sky ECC.

A wide-ranging operation by Albania's Special Prosecution (SPAK) has targeted a suspected criminal network involved in international cocaine trafficking from Latin America to European ports and the laundering of millions of euros through the construction sector.

Igli Tare, recently dismissed as technical director of Milan, is reportedly under investigation by Albanian authorities on suspicion of money laundering and corruption.

Special Forces from the General Directorate of Prisons, in collaboration with SPAK and the National Bureau of Investigation, carried out intensified surprise controls at the Durrës pre-trial detention center. The operation uncovered instances of prohibited item possession within the cells.

The head of Albania's Special Prosecution Against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK), Klodian Braho, reported the confiscation of 12.4 million euros in cryptocurrencies, highlighting challenges in their storage and administration.

Albanian authorities have launched an operation against a network of fraudulent call centers in Tirana, with courts communicating security measures for several detainees. These centers are accused of defrauding EU pensioners, sparking political debate and criticism regarding their long-standing operation and alleged protection.

New details emerged from an operation against call centers in Tirana, Albania, which began two years ago and resulted in eight security measures and four arrests, with suspicions of de-conspiracy.

Albanian authorities in Tirana have seized two high-value vehicles, an Audi SQ8 and a BMW, worth 120,000 euros, which were stolen in Germany and Switzerland, leading to the prosecution of two individuals as part of the "Stolen Line" operation.

Albanian authorities are investigating a violent statement, 'I won't stop until I kill all the men,' that circulated on the encrypted Sky ECC application in August 2020 during the COVID-19 lockdown.

The Regional Directorate of the National Food Authority in Shkodër, Albania, has filed a complaint against the company 'Modi' shpk after blocking 24 tons of corn imported from Serbia found to contain aflatoxin B1 above permissible levels.

Albanian authorities have barred the Hanuman tanker from entering Durrës port after Ukraine identified it as part of Russia's shadow fleet connected to Gennady Timchenko.

Albanian authorities and the public are investigating the deteriorating conditions at Pogradec Maternity Hospital following the recent death of a pregnant patient.

Albanian authorities report significant movement across borders and ports in August, with over 146,000 citizens and foreigners passing through checkpoints like Qafa e Botës and Durrës Port.

Albanian authorities completed an operation to bring home five nationals from conflict zones and camps in Syria, pledging continued efforts to return remaining citizens.

Reports indicate that the killer involved in a recent incident was previously known to Albanian authorities.

Angjelin Sterkaj, recently granted parole in Iceland and deported to Albania, has been handed over to Albanian authorities by the Icelandic National Commissioner of the Police's repatriation and escort department.

Albanian authorities are pursuing a yacht from which shots were reportedly fired into the air off the coast of Palasa, prompting an alert among law enforcement.

Juljan Kollçaku has been extradited to Italy to face charges of criminal organization and drug trafficking. Albanian authorities have also confiscated 1.8 million euros in assets, including bank accounts, luxury cars, and an apartment, believed to be acquired through drug trafficking.

A large-scale operation by the Durrës Prosecutor's Office has targeted the State Cadastre Agency in Durrës, Albania, leading to 12 security measures against officials, former officials, and beneficiaries accused of property alienation.

Albania's Special Prosecution Against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK) announced the arrest of Emiljan Burba, who is accused of leading a structured criminal group involved in drug trafficking.

Following a road blockade in Tirana, Albanian authorities have criminally charged 16 protestors and are searching for two others for failing to respect the designated time and perimeter of the public gathering.

The European Free Alliance (EFA) has adopted a resolution demanding Albanian authorities fully guarantee and implement the rights of Macedonians in Albania, including education in Macedonian, fair political representation, and balanced regional development.

Albanian authorities order demolition of illegal stairs on Durrës bunker building.

Albanian authorities have uncovered a secret underground facility for cultivating and processing cannabis, hidden beneath a chicken coop in Vreshtas, Maliq. One individual has been arrested, and another is currently being sought in connection with the discovery.

Albania's National Inspectorate of Territorial Protection demolished seven buildings, four of which were unauthorized, along the Elbasan-Papër road segment as part of the Corridor 8 infrastructure…

Albanian authorities have uncovered a highly organized call center fraud scheme in Tirana, which defrauded Europeans of over 50 million euros. Seven individuals have been arrested in connection with the operation.

Migrants who celebrated Easter in their home countries are returning to Greece, creating a traffic jam of over a kilometer at the Kapshtica border crossing. Albanian authorities are reportedly working to manage the influx.

Albania's National Food Authority (AKU) blocked nearly 4 tons of mixed plant products from the "Merja" company due to a lack of labels and information on expiration dates and origin.

Albanian authorities at the Kapshtica border crossing seized smuggled medicines and freon gas cylinders, leading to the arrest of two individuals and criminal proceedings against another.

Professor Tomanović's text highlights a significant lack of strategy and the jeopardization of academic freedoms for students and teachers at the University of Priština, with a temporary seat in Kosovska Mitrovica, due to actions by Albanian authorities.