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The Special Prosecution against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK) has announced the arrest of Ervis Berberi, former head of the Albanian Road Authority, in connection with the 'Balluku' dossier. He is suspected of abuse of office in tender processes, marking a significant development in the ongoing corruption investigation. Meanwhile, student protests against the government have entered their 19th day, with demonstrators continuing to demand the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. In a new symbolic gesture, Rama has placed a 'stone table' outside his office as a renewed invitation for dialogue, which students have consistently rejected. Experts are also raising constitutional concerns over a reported "blacklist" aimed at curbing protests. In other domestic news, a large fire engulfed warehouses in Gjirokastër, causing a power outage in half the city. The Elbasan Prosecution has initiated investigations into the AlbChrome company regarding dangerous waste and pollution. Additionally, an investigation by Mother Jones has revealed that Fatmir Mediu, Chairman of the Republican Party, is seeking political asylum in the United States in connection with the Gërdeci arms depot explosion.

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The Special Prosecution against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK) has announced the arrest of Ervis Berberi, former head of the Albanian Road Authority (ARRSH), in connection with the 'Balluku' dossier. Berberi is suspected of corruption and money laundering, specifically for allegedly violating equality in public tenders and benefiting from contracts through indirectly controlled companies.

Top Channel: Dossier "Balluku" / SPAK Communicates the Arrest of Ervis Berberi, Suspected…

SPAK announced the arrest of Ervis Berberi in connection with the 'Balluku' dossier, on suspicion of abuse of office in tender processes.

Oculus News: Belinda Balluku Case: 31 Defendants Named in SPAK Investigation

One of the most prominent figures in the 'Balluku' dossier investigation is Ervis Berberi, former head of the Albanian Road Authority (ARRSH), facing allegations of violating equality in nine tender procedures.

Pamfleti: There is no freedom for the former head of ARRSH, Evis Berberi, and the two…

Evis Berberi and his two associates, businessmen Ervis Lami and Valter Begaj, accused of corruption and money laundering, will continue to be investigated under the security measure of 'prison arrest'.

The arrest of Evis Berberi, Lala breaks down the scheme: How the closed circuit worked. Balluku is also being investigated: The arrest of Evis Berberi, Lala breaks down the scheme: How the closed…

The General Director of ARRSH, Evis Berberi, was put in handcuffs on Wednesday evening by order of SPAK as he is accused of passive corruption and money laundering.

Student protests against the government have reached their 19th day, demanding Prime Minister Rama's resignation. In a renewed effort for dialogue, Rama has symbolically placed a 'stone table' outside his office, though students continue to reject the invitation. Separately, experts warn that a reported 'blacklist' targeting protesters is unconstitutional and aims to suppress the right to protest. [cite: Top Channel, Students Reject; BalkanWeb, Student protests scheduled; Shqiptarja.com, Rama…

Top Channel: Students Reject, Rama Insists: The "Stone Table of Dialogue" in Front of the…

Students continue their protest for the fifth day in front of the Prime Minister's office, demanding dialogue while Rama insists on his approach.

BalkanWeb: Student protests scheduled for 12:00 PM, ahead of Ministry of Education and…

Students are set to hold a protest today at 12:00 PM in front of the Ministry of Education and Teachers, marking the 19th day of their revolt demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Rama.

Shqiptarja.com: Rama Invites Protestors for Dialogue, 'Stone Table' Placed Before Prime…

Prime Minister Rama has once again invited protestors for dialogue, despite previous rejections. A 'stone table' adorned with messages of 'dialogue' has been placed in front of the Prime Minister's office.

Reporter.al: Protesters' Blacklist: Experts Say It Violates Constitution and Aims to Curb…

Experts state that a blacklist of protesters violates the Constitution and is intended to restrict the right to protest.

A significant fire broke out in several warehouses in Gjirokastër during the night, leading to a power outage that affected approximately half of the city for about 30 minutes.

Top Channel: Fires of Great Proportions at Night in Warehouses in Gjirokastër, Power Outage…

A large fire broke out in several warehouses in Gjirokastër, causing a power outage for approximately 30 minutes in half of the city.

BalkanWeb: VIDEO/ Large fire in the former NPA warehouses in Gjirokastër, flames leave…

A large fire has broken out in the former NPA warehouses in Gjirokastër, with the flames causing power outages for half the city.

The Elbasan Prosecution has launched an investigation into the AlbChrome company concerning dangerous waste found in the open environment and pollution at the former metallurgy plant in Elbasan. The National Environment Agency has raised alarms about carcinogenic waste.

Top Channel: Dangerous Waste in Open Environment, Elbasan Prosecution Initiates…

The Elbasan Prosecution has begun investigations into the AlbChrome company regarding dangerous waste found in the open environment.

BalkanWeb: Pollution at former Elbasan Metallurgy: Prosecution investigates AlbChrome…

The prosecution has launched an investigation into AlbChrome for pollution at the former metallurgy plant in Elbasan, with the National Environment Agency warning about carcinogenic waste.

A 38-year-old man has been arrested in Durrës following his deportation from Greece, in connection with the murder of his wife in 2022.

Top Channel: Abused Wife to Death in 2022, 38-Year-Old Arrested in Durrës After Deportation…

A 38-year-old man has been arrested in Durrës after being deported from Greece, for the murder of his wife in 2022.

Shqiptarja.com: Durrës: Man Arrested for Killing Wife Four Years Ago

A 38-year-old man has been arrested in Durrës for allegedly beating his wife to death four years ago, following his deportation from Greece.

An investigation by Mother Jones suggests that Fatmir Mediu, Chairman of the Republican Party of Albania, is seeking political asylum in the United States. This is reportedly linked to the Gërdeci arms depot explosion.

Top Channel: Mother Jones Investigation: Mediu Seeks Political Asylum in the US for…

An investigation by Mother Jones reveals that Mediu is seeking political asylum in the US regarding the Gërdeci arms depot explosion and his association with politician Ken Paxton.

A new draft law on investments is facing criticism for allegedly failing to eliminate privileges for individuals connected to the government.

Reporter.al: New Draft for Investments Avoids Privileges for 'Friends of Power'

The new draft law on investments is criticized for not eliminating privileges for individuals connected to the government.

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