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The Albanian government has rejected the initial investment plan for Sazan Island, citing nature conservation concerns, with details of the proposed investment now revealed. This decision marks a significant development for the island's future development. In public health, Doctor Erion Dasho, a medical doctor and public health expert, has issued an alarm about salmonella risks from chicken, eggs, and vegetables, offering advice for safety. Separately, six children were hospitalized with poisoning symptoms from a Korçë kindergarten, prompting a parent to raise hygiene concerns. Further domestic news includes the reported destruction of ancient Illyrian tombs in Bajkaj, Delvinë, which have been neglected since the 1970s. Meanwhile, a forest fire continues to burn in Gjinar, Elbasan, with residents requesting air intervention as flames spread across approximately 10 hectares.

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The Albanian government has officially rejected the initial investment plan for Sazan Island, citing concerns about its impact on nature. The scope and figures of the proposed investment have also been revealed.

Top Channel: Sazan Island Investment Plan Refused; Investment Figures Revealed

The initial plan for the Sazan Island investment was rejected by the government due to nature concerns, and the scope of the investment has now been revealed.

Doctor Erion Dasho, a medical doctor and public health expert, has issued a public warning about salmonella risks from chicken, eggs, and vegetables, providing advice on prevention. Separately, six children were hospitalized with poisoning symptoms from a kindergarten in Korçë, leading to an investigation of the kindergarten director and concerns raised by a parent regarding hygiene practices.

BalkanWeb: Doctor Erion Dasho issues salmonella alarm: Danger from chicken, eggs, and…

Doctor Erion Dasho warns of a salmonella risk originating from chicken, eggs, and vegetables, providing advice on how to stay safe.

Top Channel: Child Poisoning in Korçë Kindergarten; Parent Raises Hygiene Concerns

Six children were poisoned at a kindergarten in Korçë, and a parent has raised concerns about hygiene, stating utensils had not been used for weeks.

Top Channel: Six children hospitalized with poisoning symptoms; kindergarten director…

Six children were hospitalized with symptoms of poisoning, leading to an investigation of the kindergarten director in Korçë.

Millennia-old ancient Illyrian tombs in Bajkaj, Delvinë, have reportedly vanished, having been neglected and forgotten since archaeological excavations in the 1970s, with no remaining signs or markers.

Shqiptarja.com: Special Report: The Silent Field and the Destruction of Illyrian Tombs in…

The ancient Illyrian tombs in Bajkaj, Delvinë, which have survived for millennia, have ceased to exist, neglected and forgotten since archaeological excavations in the 1970s, with no remaining signs or markers.

A large forest fire continues to burn pine trees in Gjinar, Elbasan, with flames spreading towards Pashtresh and impacting approximately 10 hectares of land. Residents are requesting air intervention to help control the ongoing blaze.

BalkanWeb: Fire engulfs pine forest in Gjinar – flames spread towards Pashtresh…

A large forest fire is burning pine trees in Gjinar, with flames extending towards Pashtresh, impacting about 10 hectares of land.

Top Channel: Wildfire in Elbasan Continues for Days; Residents Request Air Intervention

A wildfire in Gjinar, Elbasan, has been ongoing for several days, with difficult conditions due to the spread of flames, and residents are requesting air support.

Prime Minister Edi Rama has initiated the establishment of a National Council for children with different abilities, following a proposal made several days prior.

Shqiptarja.com: Albanian Government to Establish National Council for Children with Disabilities

Prime Minister Rama has initiated the creation of a National Council for children with different abilities, following a proposal made several days ago.

Anti-government protests in Tirana have entered their 127th day, with citizens continuing to demand a change in government.

BalkanWeb: Anti-government protests in Tirana enter 127th day, citizens refuse to back…

Anti-government protests in Tirana have continued for 127 days, with citizens showing no signs of backing down from their demands for a change in government.

The delay in electing a new General Prosecutor continues to raise concerns among prosecutors. Additionally, proposed changes to the Penal Procedure Code by the government are facing strong opposition from the Prosecutors' Association, which argues the reforms could weaken the fight against corruption and potentially shield high-ranking officials and sterilize the Special Prosecution Office (SPAK).

Reporter.al: Delay in electing the General Prosecutor raises concerns among prosecutors

The delay in electing the General Prosecutor is causing concern among the body of prosecutors. (Date: 02/10/2026)

Reporter.al: Changes to the Penal Procedure Code, a new shield for high officials?

Changes to the Penal Procedure Code are being questioned as a potential new shield for high-ranking officials. (Date: 02/10/2026)

Reporter.al: Prosecutors' Association against government draft: Weakens the fight against…

The Prosecutors' Association opposes the government's draft, arguing it weakens the fight against corruption. (Date: 01/10/2026)

Reporter.al: Government's draft for the Penal Procedure Code 'risks the sterilization of…

The government's draft for the Penal Procedure Code is reported to risk the sterilization of the Special Prosecution Office (SPAK). (Date: 01/10/2026)

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