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EU Commission poised to formally back Albania's 2027 accession deadline

The Commission is set to formally back Albania's 2027 accession deadline in a new roadmap, which is also due to include a list of key deliverables Tirana will have to prioritise to complete the process by the end of next year.

Euronews · 2h ago

Hidden gem to holiday hotspot: How Albania became one of Europe’s fastest-growing travel destinations

The number of tourists visiting the Balkan nation has doubled in the past decade as more and more people discover its fascinating history, brilliant beaches and awe-inspiring hiking trails.

Euronews · Sep 22

Five cheap European cities to visit this autumn, according to a travel expert

September and October are often considered the ‘shoulder season’ for travel

The Independent UK · Sep 7

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Tirana Zoo Animals Battle Scorching Heat as Keepers Struggle for Water: 'Everyone Struggles To Get It'

Albania's ongoing water crisis, exacerbated by extreme heatwaves, is impacting both humans and animals, including those at Tirana Zoo, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable water management solutions.

International Business Times UK · Sep 2

Where you can go on holiday in Europe for less than €100 a day

With average three-star hotel stays coming in at €32 per person, and local beers priced at €1.50, Albania's capital Tirana topped this list of affordable city breaks.

Euronews · Aug 25

Albania police teargas protesters against Trump-linked resort

TIRANA (ALBANIA) - Police used tear gas and water cannon on Thursday against protesters outside the parliament in Albania, where a tourism project linked to the Trump family has sparked outrage.

Bangkok Post · Jul 23

‘Thank you Dua Lipa’: Albanians against Ivanka Trump’s plans for luxury resort praise singer’s support

SPECIAL REPORT: As the global superstar lends her support to Albanians’ anti-government demonstrations, protestors tell Annabel Grossman that her backing provides a critical boost to their cause – although some ask why it didn’t come sooner

The Independent UK · Jul 16

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'Nothing illegal': Albania defends €4 million Kanye West concerts subsidy amid protests over comments glorifying Hitler

Albania's government has defended its decision to allocate €4 million ($4.6 million) from its reserve fund to support a Kanye West concert in Tirana, as the rapper faces widespread outrage over past comments glorifying Hitler and selling swastika T-shirts.

The Times of India · Jul 10

Thousands swarm the streets of Tirana in major 'Pink Flamingo' anti-government protests

Protesters chanted slogans and carried slogans reading "Albania is not for sale" as they protested PM Edi Rama on his 62nd birthday for protests opposing a holiday resort project linked to the Trump family in a protected area in a southwestern part of the country.

Euronews · Jul 5

Albanian police use tear gas and pepper spray as Tirana protest turns violent

Albanian police clashed with protesters in Tirana during a demonstration against government corruption and a luxury development linked to Jared Kushner, son-in-law of U.S. President Donald Trump

The Independent UK · Jul 2

Albanian police fire water cannon as protests against Trump-linked luxury resort continue

The government says the development on the Adriatic coast would be transformational for the former communist nation as it seeks to enter the high-end tourism market and pushes for European Union membership.

Euronews · Jul 2

Why a development project linked to Donald Trump’s son-in-law has rocked Albania

Thousands of Albanians have been taking to the streets of their capital, Tirana, for over three weeks now to oppose a luxury coastal resort project backed by Jared Kushner, the son‑in‑law of the US president, Donald Trump. The €4 billion (£3.5 billion) development will be constructed on southern Albania’s unspoiled…

The Conversation · Jun 25

‘We want a new Albania’: protests against Jared Kushner-backed resort turn anger on government

Opposition to plans for ‘small paradise’ island of Sazan becomes wave of dissent against establishment

The Guardian - UK · Jun 22

Albanians welcome tourism but refuse to tolerate Trump/Kushner luxury resorts: ‘We don’t want to be Dubai’

Huge demonstrations have been held in Tirana in response to plans to build on one of the most important coastal ecosystems in Europe

The Independent UK · Jun 18

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The Independent UK · Jun 16

Albanian protests sparked by Ivanka Trump’s private island plan grow into huge anti-government demonstration

IN FOCUS: As protests in Tirana run into a sixteenth day, demonstrators grievances have swelled from environmental concerns prompted by Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner’s real estate plans to a demand for a complete change of government, reports Annabel Grossman in Albania

Euronews · Jun 14

Albania: mass protests against Trump son-in-law's tourism investment enters 14th day

Prime Minister Edi Rama is standing by the project, insisting he has no intention of backing down.

The Economic Times · Jun 13

Where the past curls up everywhere: A Balkan journey through time and memory

Exploring the Balkans is like stepping into a living museum, where the aroma of tobacco and traces of post-communism paint a vivid portrait of yesteryears. The charm of cities such as Tirana and Prizren beckons travelers to reminisce, as each monument and street name serves as a bridge linking modernity…

Euronews · Jun 12

Albania: thousands rally on 12th day of protests against Trump-linked resort

Thousands of protesters gathered in Tirana on 11 June for a twelfth consecutive day of demonstrations against a proposed luxury resort linked to Jared Kushner, warning that the project threatens Albania’s protected Vjosa-Narta wetlands.

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Euronews · Jun 9

‘Act without delay’: Brussels warns Albania over Trump-linked resort project

A spokesperson for the European Commission has said that Tirana must “refrain from actions that could undermine” its bid to join the European Union, amid concerns that a sprawling coastal development linked to Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner is in breach of EU environmental standards.

Euronews · Jun 9

Albania's PM posts AI video of himself in miniskirt in swipe at online influencers

In a speech, Rama argued that many influencers make money by promoting themselves on social media while paying no taxes to the state.

International Business Times UK · Jun 5

The 'Flamingo Revolution': Protests Erupt Over Jared Kushner-Linked Albania Resort

Protests intensify in Tirana over a Kushner-backed resort project on Albania's coast, with environmental concerns and the pink flamingo emerging as a powerful symbol of opposition.

Euronews · Jun 3

Edi Rama pushes back as Trump family-linked resort protests continue in Albania

The luxury venture, spanning a protected island and a stretch of seafront on the southern coast, has drawn opposition from environmental campaigners and critics of Prime Minister Edi Rama.

Euronews · Apr 21

Travelling to Albania? New hotels and key things to know for visitors in 2026

From a range of upscale hotels to relaxed visa rules for some visitors, there’s plenty to look forward to in Albania this year.

Euronews · Apr 2

Albania on alert after US warning as Bulgaria confirms Iran diplomatic note

Albania is on alert after the United States Embassy in Tirana warned of possible threats linked to the Tehran regime. Meanwhile, Bulgaria confirmed it received a warning from Iran over US military use of its airports.

FourFourTwo · Mar 23

Albania World Cup 2026 squad: Sylvinho's latest selection ahead of World Cup qualifying play-offs

The prospective Albania World Cup 2026 squad will take on Poland and - if successful - either Ukraine or Sweden for a place in North America

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