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September 15, 2026

Albania: Major criminal case verdict delivered — FrontPages.eu, September 15, 2026

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The Special Court (GJKKO) has delivered a significant verdict in the 'Revanshi' criminal case, finding Durim Bami and six other defendants guilty. Bami received a sentence of 10 years and 8 months in prison, with the prosecution having sought over 98 years in total for the group involved in planned criminal activities in 2020. This marks a notable development in the country's efforts against organized crime. Meanwhile, anti-government sentiment continues to manifest in large-scale protests, with citizens demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. These demonstrations reflect ongoing public discontent and persistent calls for political change. The longevity of these protests highlights deep-seated grievances among the populace. The Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) is also advancing its corruption probe involving Belinda Balluku, former Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Infrastructure and Energy. New information has surfaced regarding a second alleged hidden property linked to a tender, fueling public debate, with analyst Arlind Qori discussing why Balluku has not been arrested despite the ongoing investigation.

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The Special Court (GJKKO) has issued its verdict in the high-profile 'Revanshi' case, finding Durim Bami and six other defendants guilty of involvement in a criminal organization responsible for 12 planned or attempted criminal events in 2020. Durim Bami was sentenced to 10 years and 8 months in prison, with the Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) having requested over 98 years in total for the defendants.

Top Channel: Case 'Revanshi'/ SPAK requested over 98 years in prison, GJKKO declared Durim…

The SPAK prosecution requested over 98 years in prison for the defendants in the 'Revanshi' case, and the GJKKO court found Durim Bami and six others guilty.

Shqiptarja.com: Court Rules in 'Revanshi' Case, Durim Bami Sentenced to 10 Years and 8 Months

The Special Court has announced its verdict in the "Revanshi" case, sentencing Durim Bami and six other known figures from the criminal underworld. The case exposed 12 criminal events planned or attempted in 2020 by seven criminal groups operating in various Albanian cities.

BalkanWeb: The 'Revenge' Dossier: Sentences for 7 Defendants

The 'Revenge' dossier details sentences ranging from Durim Bami to Aldo Avdylaj and Altin Morina, with 7 defendants receiving prison terms.

Large-scale protests against Prime Minister Edi Rama continue, with citizens taking to the streets to demand his resignation. The demonstrations highlight persistent public outcry and mark a continuation of anti-government actions.

BalkanWeb: Protest Against Rama: Citizens Demand Resignation

A large protest is reported where citizens demanded the resignation of Prime Minister Ramës, with the headline suggesting a significant public outcry.

The Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) is continuing its investigation into Belinda Balluku, former Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Infrastructure and Energy, regarding allegations of corruption. The probe includes new details about a second property in Palasa allegedly hidden in exchange for a tender, and public discussion persists around her non-arrest.

Reporter.al: Villa in Exchange for Tender, SPAK: How Balluku Hid Second Property

The Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) is investigating claims that a minister, Balluku, allegedly hid a second property in Palasa in exchange for a tender, pointing to potential corruption.

Top Channel: Why is Belinda Balluku not arrested? Arlind Qori on 'Top Story': There will be…

Analyst Arlind Qori discusses on 'Top Story' the reasons behind Belinda Balluku's potential non-arrest and warns of public unrest if current trends persist.

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