The Constitutional Court has approved a formula for magistrate salaries, and the Albanian Assembly has voted to increase them by 2% of the President's salary. However, the Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) has launched an investigation into the blocking of these salaries, questioning the Director of the Treasury. Prime Minister Edi Rama has also signaled the need for a new law to adjust the overall wage pyramid, while European judicial bodies express concerns over the implementation of court…

Top Channel: Constitutional Court Rules on Magistrate Salaries, PM Rama Discusses New Law

Following discussions on magistrate salaries, the Constitutional Court's formula for their pay has been approved, with Prime Minister Rama emphasizing the need for a new law in parliament. This story is highlighted as the absolute top story.

Shqiptarja.com: Albanian Assembly Approves New Magistrate Salaries; Rama Announces New Wage…

Albania's Assembly approved a new salary formula for magistrates, increasing them by 2% of the President's salary. Prime Minister Edi Rama announced a new law for wage pyramid adjustments, citing consultations with the Council of Europe. The opposition voted against the draft, calling it a…

Top Channel: SPAK Questions Treasury Director Over Blocked Magistrate Salaries

The Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) is questioning the Director of the Treasury regarding the blocking of magistrate salaries, with further testimonies expected from Finance Ministry officials.

BalkanWeb: SPAK Investigates Judicial Salaries, Treasury Chief Testifies

Albania's Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) has begun questioning officials regarding judicial salaries, with the head of the Treasury being the first to testify.

Reporter.al: European Prosecutors Raise Concerns Over Unimplemented Court Decision on…

The European Association of Judges has expressed concern regarding the non-implementation of a Constitutional Court decision on the salaries of magistrates, highlighting a potential issue within Albania's judicial system.

Top Channel: Deputies Debate Court Decisions and Government Accountability

Deputies engaged in a debate regarding court rulings and government accountability, with one article mentioning the Constitutional Court's role and another detailing the approval of a formula for magistrate salaries.

The Albanian Parliament has officially approved the appointment of Ervin Demo as the new Minister of Interior, following a vote that saw majority support despite opposition from some deputies.

Top Channel: Parliament Approves New Interior Minister Amidst Political Debates

The Albanian Parliament has approved the appointment of Ervin Demo as the new Minister of Interior with a majority vote, despite opposition from two deputies.

Albanian journalists are expressing alarm over what they perceive as 'digital censorship,' following reports of media pages being closed on Meta platforms and dozens of protest activist profiles being removed from Instagram, raising questions about online freedom of expression.

Reporter.al: Closure of Media Pages on Meta Platforms Alarms Albanian Journalists

The action of closing media pages on Meta's platforms has caused alarm among Albanian journalists, pointing to concerns about press freedom and social media's role.

Reporter.al: 'Digital Censorship': Dozens of Protest Activist Profiles Removed from Instagram

This report details 'digital censorship' where dozens of protest activist profiles were removed from Instagram, raising significant concerns about online freedom of expression.

Political tensions remain high in Parliament, marked by a heated exchange between Prime Minister Edi Rama and Democratic Party MP Jorida Tabaku over citizen demands and opposition engagement in protests. Outside, anti-government protests escalated, leading to police detentions. Additionally, opposition MP Gazment Bardhi questioned alleged illicit assets of former Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku during parliamentary discussions.

Top Channel: Political Clash in Parliament: Rama vs. Tabaku on Citizen Demands

A heated debate occurred in parliament between Prime Minister Rama and PD MP Tabaku, with Tabaku urging him to resign and Rama criticizing the opposition's engagement with protests.

Reporter.al: Protest Near Parliament Sees Tensions, Police Detain Citizens

A protest held in front of the Parliament building escalated into tensions, with police detaining several citizens. This indicates public unrest and a strong police response.

Top Channel: Former PM Balluku's Villas Questioned in Parliament

During parliamentary debates, opposition MP Bardhi questioned the whereabouts of former Minister Balluku and alleged that two villas surfaced while he was supposedly incorruptible, also mentioning Belinda Balluku.

A group of Albanian veterans marched to the port of Durres to express solidarity with former Kosovo Liberation Army (UCK) leaders facing trial at The Hague. This demonstration follows recent decisions from The Hague tribunal concerning UCK leaders, which have also sparked protests in Pristina.

Shqiptarja.com: Albanian Veterans March to Durres Port in Support of Kosovo War Crimes Suspects

Approximately 50 Albanian veterans marched to the port of Durres to show support for former Kosovo Liberation Army (UCK) leaders who are facing trial at The Hague. They urged citizens to maintain a positive spirit despite their disappointment.

Top Channel: Former Kosovo Fighters Gather in Durres After Hague Ruling

Two days after a ruling by the Hague tribunal, former Kosovo Liberation Army fighters have gathered in Durres, sending messages of support and self-restraint.

BalkanWeb: Hague Decision: UCK Veterans Protest in Pristina, Police Increase Security

Veterans of the Kosovo Liberation Army (UCK) are protesting in Pristina following a decision from the Hague, leading to heightened security measures by the police.

Top Channel: Kosovo's Independence and the Hague Ruling: Reactions in Pristina

The Hague tribunal's decision has caused significant reactions in Pristina, with protests and calls for the Kosovo Liberation Army (UCK). Time Kadriaj stated she would vote to dismantle the 'Speciales' (referring to the special court).

Shqiptarja.com: Protests in Pristina Following Kosovo Court Decision on UCK Leaders; Veterans…

Pristina is experiencing protests following the decision regarding former UCK leaders. A veterans' march is planned for today, and the PDK party is bringing an initiative to the Assembly to amend the law concerning the Special Court.