The Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) has arrested businessman Ermal Beqiraj in France, initiating extradition procedures. He is wanted for his alleged role in the AKSHI corruption scandal, involving manipulated tenders and plans to purchase a French castle with 2.6 million euros. SPAK has also filed new charges against Belinda Balluku, a former Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Infrastructure and Energy, as corruption investigations continue.

Top Channel: Businessman Ermal Beqiraj Arrested; SPAK Investigates Alleged 2.6 Million Euro…

Businessman Ermal Beqiraj has been arrested, with SPAK announcing that he allegedly planned to buy a castle in France for 2.6 million euros, despite having 2 million in his bank account.

BalkanWeb: PHOTO NEWS/ Albanians' Revolt Against Rama! SPAK Investigates Belinda Balluku…

This photo-report highlights the public's discontent with Prime Minister Rama, mentioning an investigation by SPAK into Belinda Balluku and referencing slogans from protest banners that call for the imprisonment of both Rama and Berisha.

Reporter.al: SPAK Investigates Beqiri's Assets from AKSHI Tenders to French Castle

The Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) is investigating the assets of an individual named Beqiri, tracing them from AKSHI tenders to a castle in France.

Reporter.al: SPAK Files New Charges Against Belinda Balluku

The Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) has filed new charges against Belinda Balluku, indicating ongoing legal scrutiny.

Politiko: Businessman Ermal Beqiraj arrested in France, wanted for the "AKSHI" file

Ermal Beqiraj, wanted by the Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) as part of the investigations into the AKSHI file, was arrested this Tuesday in France.

Albanian Daily News: Ermal Beqiri Wanted by SPAK Arrested in France, Extradition Proceedings Underway

Albanian authorities have confirmed the arrest in France of Ermal Beqiri, 44, who was the subject of an international arrest warrant issued at the request of Albania's Special Prosecution Against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK).

Shqiptarja.com: State Police confirms the arrest of Ermal Beqiraj in France: He will be…

The State Police has confirmed the arrest of businessman Ermal Beqiraj in Lyon, France, on behalf of SPAK. Beqiraj is expected to appear tomorrow, July 29, before the Amiens Criminal Court, where he will be officially notified of the international wanted list, in view of extradition procedures to Albania.

Albeu.com: Businessman Ermal Beqiraj arrested in France, had been declared…

French authorities have detained businessman Ermal Beqiraj, who had been declared internationally wanted by the Special Prosecutor's Office against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK). Procedures for his extradition to Albania are now expected to begin.

Anti-government protests have entered their 64th consecutive day, with a national rally in front of the Prime Ministry concluding with a march. Protesters continue to demand the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama, and a demonstration against the establishment of a Serbian Consulate is scheduled for tomorrow in Shkodër.

BalkanWeb: Protests Against the Government Continue on the 64th Day; Civil Movement…

This story covers the ongoing protests in Albania, now in their 64th consecutive day, where citizens are demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Rama. The civil movement is reportedly unwavering.

Top Channel: National Rally Near Prime Ministry Ends with March; Protest Against Serbian…

A national rally held in front of the Prime Ministry concluded with a march, and a protest against the establishment of the Serbian Consulate is scheduled for tomorrow in Shkodër.

The Socialist Party's draft proposal for territorial reform is encountering criticism for failing to alter the fundamental governance model. A socialist mayor has voiced opposition to the proposed dissolution of the Dimal municipality, advocating for its retention as a distinct administrative unit.

BalkanWeb: 'Do They Understand the Consequences... On What Basis is the Analysis of This…'

The report discusses a disagreement over administrative reforms in Albania, where a socialist mayor opposes the dissolution of the Dimal municipality, arguing for its preservation as a distinct administrative unit.

Reporter.al: Map Changes, But Not Governance Model: PS Draft Met with Criticism

A draft from the Socialist Party (PS) proposing changes to the political map has faced criticism for not altering the fundamental governance model.

A collective of 534 scientists has issued a plea to the Albanian government, urging the immediate halt of planned tourism projects within the ecologically sensitive Vjosa Delta region.

Reporter.al: 534 Scientists Urge Government to Halt Tourism Projects in Vjosa Delta

A group of 534 scientists has called on the Albanian government to halt planned tourism projects in the ecologically sensitive Vjosa Delta region.

Multiple incidents of crime and traffic accidents were reported, including two hit-and-run cases in Vlorë and on the Trans-Balkanic road, a shooting in Lezhë where the perpetrator escaped, and a fire that destroyed an agricultural warehouse in Berat.

Top Channel: Traffic Accident on Trans-Balkanic Road: Driver Runs Red Light, Hits…

A traffic accident occurred on the Trans-Balkanic road where a driver ran a red light, struck a pedestrian, and then fled the scene.

Top Channel: Shooting in Lezhë: Audi Driver Fires Gun at Another Car, Perpetrator Escapes

In Lezhë, the driver of an Audi reportedly fired a weapon at another vehicle, and the perpetrator remains at large.

Shqiptarja.com: Berat: Fire in Veterik village destroys agricultural warehouse, two-story…

A fire broke out in a village in Berat, destroying an agricultural warehouse. Fortunately, a nearby two-story house was saved from the flames.

Shqiptarja.com: Vlorë: Porsche hits a girl at the crosswalk and flees! Luxury car ran a red…

A hit-and-run incident occurred in Vlorë where a Porsche struck a girl at a crosswalk and fled the scene. The luxury vehicle reportedly ran a red light.

Reports indicate a deterioration in media freedom within Albania during recent periods of anti-government protests.

Reporter.al: Media Freedom Worsened During Protests in Albania

The state of media freedom in Albania reportedly deteriorated during recent protest periods.