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Albanian lawmakers have returned to Parliament for a new session, with discussions expected on territorial reform and electoral law. The session is taking place amidst ongoing anti-government protests, now in their 101st day, with demonstrators gathering outside the parliamentary building to demand the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. Adding to the political developments, President Bajram Begaj has decreed the appointment of Klodiana Spahiu as the new Minister of Health and Social Welfare, replacing Evis Sala who resigned earlier this month. Meanwhile, the Prosecutor General, Olsian Çela, has called an urgent meeting to address the salaries of magistrates. In other significant domestic news, a violent conflict in Shkodra resulted in one death and two injuries. Albania has also taken a firm stance in international relations by denying entry to a tanker associated with sanctioned Russian oligarch Gery Timchenko.

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Albania's Parliament has commenced its new session, with lawmakers returning to address key legislative priorities such as territorial reform and electoral law. This coincides with the official appointment of Klodiana Spahiu as the new Minister of Health and Social Welfare by President Bajram Begaj, following the resignation of Evis Sala. The parliamentary proceedings are met by ongoing anti-government protests, now in their 101st day, with demonstrators shifting their focus to the area…

Shqiptarja.com: Albanian Lawmakers Return to Parliament; New Health Minister Appointed Amidst…

Albanian lawmakers return to Parliament today to tackle territorial reform, electoral law, and integration. President Begaj has decreed the appointment of Klodiana Spahiu as the new Minister of Health, while citizens plan protests outside parliament.

BalkanWeb: 101 Days of Resistance: Protesters Demand PM Rama's Resignation

After 101 days of protests, demonstrators who previously surrounded the Prime Minister's office are now gathering in front of the Parliament, demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Rama.

BalkanWeb: Parliamentary Session Begins Amidst 'Territoriality' and 'Elections' Focus…

The new parliamentary session starts today, with a focus on 'territoriality' and 'elections,' as deputies return to Parliament and are anticipated by protesters.

BalkanWeb: Begaj Decrees Dismissal of Evis Sala and Appointment of Klodiana Spahiu as…

President Begaj has officially ordered the dismissal of Evis Sala and the appointment of Klodiana Spahiu to the position of Minister of State and for Relations with Parliament.

Shqiptarja.com: Parliament Session Begins: Opposition Vows Confrontation, Not Boycott, on…

Bardhi states that the opposition will not boycott the new parliamentary session but will confront the proposed judge salaries from the Socialist Party through a vote against it.

Shqiptarja.com: Presidential Decree Replaces Minister of Health

President Begaj has accepted the resignation of Evis Sala and appointed Klodiana Spahiu as the new Minister of Health.

A violent incident involving firearms and knives in Shkodra has resulted in the death of a 24-year-old man, identified as a tour guide, and left two others injured. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the conflict.

Top Channel: Tragedy in Shkodra: Conflict with weapons results in one death and two injured.

A violent conflict involving firearms and knives in Shkodra has led to the death of a 24-year-old and injured two others.

Shqiptarja.com: 24-Year-Old Killed in Shkodër After Dispute; Was a Tour Guide

A 24-year-old man, who worked as a tour guide, was fatally shot by a peer in Shkodër following an argument.

Albania has taken a stand against individuals linked to Russian sanctions by blocking a tanker associated with Russian oligarch Gery Timchenko from entering its territorial waters.

Reporter.al: Albania Denies Entry to Tanker Linked to Russian Oligarch Timchenko

Albania has blocked a tanker associated with Russian oligarch Gery Timchenko from entering its waters, indicating a stance against individuals linked to Russian sanctions.

A report from the Institute of Public Health (ISHP) has confirmed that the poisoning incident in Fushë Arrëz was caused by contamination in the public drinking water supply.

Shqiptarja.com: Poisoning in Fushë Arrëz Caused by Drinking Water, ISHP Report Confirms

According to a report from the Institute of Public Health (ISHP) secured by Report Tv, the poisoning incident in Fushë Arrëz was caused by the public drinking water supply.

Albania's Prosecutor General, Olsian Çela, has called an urgent meeting to discuss magistrate salaries, signaling a focus on judicial compensation. Separately, allegations have surfaced linking Prime Minister Edi Rama, former Minister Belinda Balluku, and Ron Yefet to the 'KAYO arms affair,' prompting calls for an investigation. Concerns also persist over public funds, with an incomplete road project in Burrel reportedly consuming over 2 million euros through multiple tenders.

Top Channel: Urgent meeting on magistrate salaries: Prosecutor General calls for details.

Albania's Prosecutor General, Olsian Çela, has called an urgent meeting to discuss salaries for magistrates, with details emerging.

BalkanWeb: Arms Affair Linked to Rama, Balluku, and Ron Yefet; Balliu Calls for…

The 'KAYO arms affair' is alleged to involve Rama, Balluku, and Ron Yefet, with Balliu questioning the lack of justice and demanding an investigation.

Reporter.al: Road Project in Burrel Costs Over 2 Million Euros Amid Multiple Tenders

An incomplete road project in Burrel, known as the 'Unaza e Burrelit,' has reportedly consumed over 2 million euros through a series of tenders, raising questions about its completion and cost-effectiveness.

Albanian official Shehaj has traveled to Berlin for important meetings with representatives of the German government and members of parliament, indicating ongoing international diplomatic efforts.

BalkanWeb: VIDEO: Shehaj Heads to Berlin for Key Meetings with German Government and MPs

Albanian official Shehaj has traveled to Berlin for important meetings with representatives of the German government and members of parliament.

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