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PoliticsSep 30Will Albania’s Handling of ‘Flamingo’ Protests Affect its Accession Progress?The anti-government protests that rocked Albania this summer will not jeopardise its EU membership prospects – but will feed into a broader assessment of Tirana’s respect for democracy and that rule of law.Balkan Insight
PoliticsSep 30Will Albania’s Handling of ‘Flamingo’ Protests Affect its EU Accession Progress?The anti-government protests that rocked Albania this summer will not jeopardise its EU membership prospects – but will feed into a broader assessment of Tirana’s respect for democracy and that rule of law.Balkan Insight
PoliticsSep 30Albanian PM says fate of Kushner-linked luxury project will be decided by 'science', not 'ideology'Albania has previously promised that the €1.4bn project linked to Donald Trump's son-in-law will meet EU environmental standards.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsSep 29More Resorts Planned in Protected Area at Heart of Albanian ProtestsAuthorities have approved three new permits for tourist complexes in a protected area in Zvernec – where a project backed by Jared Kushner triggered the ‘Flamingo Revolution’ protests.Balkan Insight
PoliticsSep 29Albania: As corruption cases multiply, experts question whether the anti-corruption drive is addressing the causes or just the symptomsFrom a former president to the ex-intelligence chief, Albania is prosecuting senior officials at a rate once thought impossible. But do more prosecutions mean less corruption or simply better enforcement?DW News [en]
PoliticsSep 24Albanian Spy Chief’s Arrest a Major Blow to NATO Member’s ReputationVlora Hyseni’s arrest has renewed scrutiny of her 2023 appointment to lead Albania’s State Intelligence Service and dealt a major blow to the NATO member’s reputation.Balkan Insight
PoliticsSep 23EU Commission poised to formally back Albania's 2027 accession deadlineThe Commission is set to formally back Albania's 2027 accession deadline in a new roadmap, which is also due to include a list of key deliverables Tirana will have to prioritise to complete the process by the end of next year.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsSep 22Albania’s Intelligence Chief Suspended for Allegedly Aiding Crime GroupBalkan Insight
PoliticsSep 22Albania to Adopt EU Disability Access Standards – But Will They Be Enforced?Albania is moving to bring its disabled access standards into line with the EU’s own, but activists warn that without funding and effective enforcement, the new law could once again fail to deliver meaningful change.Balkan Insight
PoliticsSep 16Anger among Kosovo Albanians over prison sentence for former president ThaciKosovo-Albanezen reageren met teleurstelling, ongeloof en ook woede op de celstraf van 25 jaar voor oud-president Hashim Thaci. Het Kosovotribunaal in Den Haag veroordeelde hem en nog drie andere voormalige leiders van het Kosovo Bevrijdingsleger (UCK) vanochtend vanwege oorlogsmisdaden, waaronder vrijheidsberoving, mishandeling en marteling van honderden mensen, en de dood van 96 van hen. Het ging daarbij om Serviërs en andere tegenstanders van de Kosovaarse onafhankelijkheidstrijd eind jaren negentig. Het UCK nam het daarbij op tegen de Servische strijdmacht, die hardhandig probeerde de overNOS Buitenland
PoliticsSep 15Albania’s High Court Rules Against Tirana Mayor’s ReleaseErion Veliaj suffers major legal setback as High Court rules that he should stay in pre-trial detention on corruption and money-laundering charges – even though he is still Tirana's acting mayor.Balkan Insight
PoliticsSep 8Albania protests against Trump-linked development turn violent after 100th dayPolice in Albania blocked protesters from reaching parliament on Tuesday as the latest rally against a luxury development linked to US President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner, turned violent The march was staged as parliament resumed from a summer recess and after the demonstrations marked their 100th day on Monday. They challenged a police cordon in the centre of the capital, Tirana, pelting officers in riot gear with eggs and tomatoes. Cars transporting lawmakers to the parliament...South China Morning Post
PoliticsAug 18"Ceuta no puede ser la Albania de España"La ciudad teme que las autoridades decidan dejarlos allí: "Y que nos los traguemos todos" LeerEl Mundo
PoliticsAug 14Albanian ambassador attacks united kingdom right wing for unhinged fixation with 2022 migrant surge | Immigration and asylumThe Albanian ambassador has criticized the UK right wing for its alleged "unhinged fixation" on the 2022 migrant surge. This highlights ongoing political and diplomatic tensions regarding immigration and asylum policies.theguardian.com · United Kingdom
PoliticsJul 27The Digital Front of Albania Flamingo Revolution This article discusses 'The Digital Front of Albania Flamingo Revolution,' implying a political or social movement with a significant online component. It highlights the digital aspect of this revolution.balkaninsight.com
PoliticsJul 24The 'Flamingo Revolution' gives wings to Albania's youthSince late May, anti-government protests sparked by opposition to real estate projects led by the Trump family on a local island have brought thousands of Albanians into the streets. Many of the demonstrators are Gen Z, angry at what they see as a corrupt and failing government.Le Monde [en]
PoliticsJul 24Albanian police use water cannon on protesters over Kushner-linked resortPolice used water cannons and pepper spray as protesters clashed outside Albania’s parliament.Al Jazeera [en]
PoliticsJul 20Albanian protesters pelt lawmakers’ cars over resort projectsProtesters threw eggs at lawmakers' vehicles outside Albania's parliament, demanding changes to laws.Al Jazeera [en]
PoliticsJul 16Jared Kushner had better drop out of his Albania project for his own good – DielliAn opinion piece suggests Jared Kushner should withdraw from his Albania project. This advises on a political figure's business involvement abroad.gazetadielli.com · Albania
PoliticsJul 14Dua Lipa backs protests in Albania against Trump - linked resortPop star Dua Lipa has voiced support for protests in Albania concerning a resort allegedly linked to Donald Trump. This highlights celebrity involvement in political and environmental issues abroad.bgnes.com · Bulgaria
PoliticsJul 14Dua Lipa backs Albanian protests against Trump - linked resortDua Lipa has publicly supported Albanian protests related to a resort that is reportedly linked to Trump. This highlights celebrity involvement in international political and social issues.naharnet.com · Syria
PoliticsJul 11Thousands Of Albanians March Against Trump-Linked ResortThe marchers were also protesting a concert Saturday by controversial US rapper Kanye West, whose antisemitic rhetoric has led to his performances being banned in some European capitals. The post Thousands Of Albanians March Against Trump-Linked Resort appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
PoliticsJul 11Land sold for Kushner-backed Albania resort suspected of forged deedsAlbanian prosecutors probe forged deeds tied to Kushner resort land as protests over the project intensify.Al Jazeera [en]
PoliticsJul 10Kanye West, banned from most European countries, receives €4 million grant to perform in AlbaniaBarred from entering or performing due to antisemitic and neo-Nazi statements, the American rapper is set to take the stage on July 11 in Tirana. Many protesters are accusing Prime Minister Edi Rama of using the event to serve his own interests.Le Monde [en]
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