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Saturday, November 07, 2026
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University students gather at the Ministry of Education this afternoon to join a national protest calling for Prime Minister Edi Rama to step down. The demonstration coincides with a separate rally by the opposition Democratic Party. While the streets fill, students have also taken their grievances to the Constitutional Court to challenge government acts they say limit the right to protest.
The Prime Minister’s response to the current mood has been to reintroduce his 'Rocky Table' initiative, unveiling it as a new tourist destination in Tirana. Domestic pressure elsewhere continues through a request for a special investigation into a reported conflict between Mr Rama and the Mayor of Tirana, Erion Veliaj, and reports of a minister’s links to a villa in Dhërmi.
Police activity remains high after a series of arrests for cocaine possession in Lushnjë and the seizure of 77kg of cannabis in Shkodër. In the courts, prosecutors are seeking to confiscate €2m in assets linked to a cocaine laboratory in Frakull, while a more unusual case in Bulqizë continues after a man’s family testified that he sought a weapon after being disfigured by a bear.
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Prime Minister Edi Rama has brought back the 'Rocky Table' initiative, positioning it before the Prime Minister's Office and announcing it as a new tourist destination in Tirana.
Top Channel:
Rocky Table Before PM's Office, Rama Unveils New Tourist Destination in Tirana
The 'Rocky Table' initiative reappeared before the Prime Minister's Office, with Rama announcing a new tourist destination in Tirana.
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Police have conducted significant anti-drug operations, including the seizure of 77 kg of cannabis and the arrest of two brothers in Shkodër. Separately, a man was arrested in Lushnjë with 65 doses of cocaine, hunting rifles, and cash. A drug laboratory was also discovered in Frakull, where cocaine was reportedly hidden in Kolumbi, prompting SPAK to seek the confiscation of assets worth 2 million euros.
Shqiptarja.com:
Drug Operation in Shkodër Seizes 77kg of Cannabis, Two Brothers Arrested
As part of the 'Polinomi' anti-drug operation in Shkodër, police seized 77 kg of cannabis, arresting brothers Gjovalin and Kujtim Sheja, while a 24-year-old named Kristjan Sheja is being sought.
BalkanWeb:
Man Arrested with 65 Doses of Cocaine in Car in Lushnjë; Hunting Rifles and…
A 45-year-old man was arrested in Lushnjë for possessing 65 doses of cocaine found in his car, with hunting rifles and cash also seized.
Top Channel:
Drug Lab in Frakull, Cocaine Hidden in Kolumbi/ SPAK Seeks Confiscation of 2…
A drug laboratory was discovered in Frakull, where cocaine was hidden in Kolumbi, leading SPAK to seek the confiscation of assets worth 2 million euros.
Reporter.al:
Rama-Veliaj Conflict: Independent SPAK Investigation Requested
An independent investigation by SPAK has been requested concerning the conflict between Rama and Veliaj.
KOHA JONË:
Erion Veliaj transferred again, from pretrial detention to the hospital sector
Tirana Mayor Erion Veliaj has been transferred from the pretrial detention facility in Fier to the hospital detention unit due to a leg fracture.
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An individual has been arrested in connection with an explosion that destroyed the car of an employee of the Elbasan Municipality, marking a development in the ongoing investigation.
BalkanWeb:
Explosion Destroying Elbasan Municipality Employee's Car Investigated…
The perpetrator has been arrested in connection with an explosion that destroyed the car of an Elbasan Municipality employee.
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Testimony from the victim's son and wife in Bulqizë reveals that the victim, disfigured by a bear, retrieved a weapon before the incident. The court has ordered the accused to remain in jail as the homicide investigation continues.
Top Channel:
'He Came Home Disfigured by a Bear, Took a Weapon...', Testimony of Victim's…
The testimony of a victim's son and wife in Bulqizë reveals that the victim, disfigured by a bear, took a weapon before the incident; the court has ordered the accused to remain in jail.
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Investigations continue into former Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku, with evidence suggesting her connections to a hidden villa in Dhërmi. The Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) is reportedly using phone calls and communications to establish her alleged ownership of a €720,000 villa, while the opposition Democratic Party has questioned why SPAK has not renewed its request for parliamentary authorization to arrest her given expanded allegations.
Reporter.al:
Traces of Belinda Balluku in a Hidden Villa in Dhërmi
Evidence suggests Belinda Balluku has connections to a hidden villa located in Dhërmi.
Albanian Daily News:
SPAK Investigation, Evidence Allegedly Links Former Deputy PM Belinda Balluku…
Hundreds of phone calls and communications involving associates, former subordinates and employees of former Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku have been used by Albania's Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) to establish her alleged ownership of a luxury villa in the coastal resort of Dhërmi, according to investigative documents.
Albanian Daily News:
Opposition Demands Answers Over SPAK's Handling of Corruption Allegations…
Democratic Party has questioned why the Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) has not renewed its request for parliamentary authorization to arrest former Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku, following the expansion of criminal allegations against her.
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A 35-year-old teacher in Vlorë has been reported by seven female students for alleged sexual harassment. Parents are reportedly aware of the accusations, and a colleague has spoken out regarding the situation.
Top Channel:
'Come to Uncle Lala'/ How a 35-year-old Teacher Was Reported by 7 Female…
A 35-year-old teacher in Vlorë was reported by seven female students for alleged sexual harassment, with parents aware of the accusations and a colleague speaking out.
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A serial killer who was arrested in Greece has confessed to carrying out two executions in Albania. He also stated that he hid and attacked his ex-partner with an axe.
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'I Executed Two People in Albania,' Testifies Serial Killer Arrested in Greece
A serial killer arrested in Greece confessed to executing two people in Albania, stating he hid and attacked his ex-partner with an axe.
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High banking fees are reportedly impeding Albania's efforts to combat the 'cash economy,' suggesting a significant challenge in transitioning towards more digital financial transactions.
Reporter.al:
High Bank Fees Hamper Fight Against Cash Economy
High banking fees are hindering efforts to combat the 'cash economy' in Albania, suggesting a challenge in transitioning towards digital financial transactions.
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