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Albania election a litmus test for EU accession amid deep divides

Albanians head to the polls on Sunday for legislative elections seen as crucial to gauging the country's democratic development, and its progress towards its goal of a European future.

Radio France Internationale

Albania receives naval ship from Italy to boost military and NATO missions

Italy has donated a naval ship to Albania to help the country increase patrolling of its coastline and intensify its participation in NATO missions

The Independent UK

Kallas warns Albania of complex reforms but says its future is in the EU

Brussels decided in 2020 to start full membership negotiations with Albania, and talks began last October on how the Western Balkan country aligns with the EU in its fundamental principles.

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EU foreign policy chief warns Albania of difficult reforms in the bloc's membership path

The European Union’s foreign policy chief has hailed Albania’s “ambitious” agenda to close full membership negotiations in two years and also urged the country’s political parties to support difficult reforms ahead

The Independent UK

North Macedonia fire: Everything we know about nightclub blaze in Kocani town

The Pulse nightclub is currently under investigation for licensing and safety provisions

The Independent UK

Albanian opposition protests TikTok ban alleging censorship ahead of election

Albania’s opposition has protested the left-wing government’s decision to shut down TikTok, calling the move censorship ahead of May 11 parliamentary elections

The Independent UK

European country shuts down TikTok for a year over violence among children concerns

Albanian is closingTikTok for 12 months, blaming it for inciting violence and bullying

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Albania To Shut Down TikTok In Coming Days

Albanian authorities said Thursday they were moving to shut down TikTok in the coming days, following through on a ban announced in December.

International Business Times

Jared Kushner gets the green light on his $1.4 billion luxury hotel project in Albania

Project involves building luxury hotel complex at small abandoned military base on island off Albanian coast

The Independent UK

Could banning TikTok make schools safer? Albania Prime Minister says apps are “taking our children hostage”

TikTok is now banned in Albania for one year, with 90 percent of parents supporting the measure

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Albania Bans Tiktok Over Safety Concerns For Children

Albania bans TikTok for a year citing violence and bullying concerns, sparking a global debate on social media's impact on youth.

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European country bans TikTok for one year after death of teenager

Teachers across the country approved of the ban

The Independent UK

Albania Bans TikTok for 1 Year After Teen Killed, PM Slams Apps's 'Scum and Mud' Content

Albania's Prime Minister Edi Rama announced plans to ban TikTok for a year, citing the platform's role in inciting violence and bullying among children.

Latin Times

Albania Announces One-Year Ban On Tiktok For Safety Concerns

Albania's one-year ban on TikTok due to concerns about youth safety following a tragic incident. Prime Minister Rama aims to enhance school safety through ...

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International Business Times

Albania Announces Shutdown Of TikTok For At Least A Year

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama said Saturday the government would shut down social network TikTok for at least a year from 2025.

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Albania To Shut Down Tiktok For Inciting Violence

Albania's government announces a one-year ban on TikTok due to concerns over violence and bullying, sparking support and criticism. Stay updated on the lat...

The Independent UK

Albania to close TikTok for a year blaming it for promoting violence among children

Albania’s prime minister says the government will shut down video service TikTok for one year, blaming it for inciting violence and bullying, especially among children

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Former Albanian President Ilir Meta Arrested On Corruption Charges

Former Albanian President Ilir Meta's arrest on corruption charges raises concerns about political instability in the Balkans.

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EU Chief Starts Balkans Tour, Says Enlargement 'Top Priority'

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday pledged that membership expansion would be high on the Brussels agenda, as she arrived in Albania at the start of a tour of six Balkan nations hoping to join the bloc.

The Independent UK

A court says former Albanian president Meta must stay in custody during corruption investigation

An Albanian court has ruled that former President Ilir Meta should stay in custody while the left-wing Freedom Party leader faces allegations of corruption, money laundering and the hiding of personal income and property

The Independent UK

European Commission chief assures Western Balkans of the bloc's enlargement progress

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has reassured the Western Balkan countries that the enlargement of the trade bloc remained one of its priorities

International Business Times

First Migrants Arrive In Albania Under Contested Italy Deal

A ship carrying migrants intercepted in Italian waters docked Wednesday in Albania, nearly a year after Rome and Tirana reached a controversial deal to process asylum seekers trying to reach Europe.

The Guardian - UK

Von der Leyen to ask EU leaders to explore using ‘return hubs’ for migrants

European Commission president cites Italy-Albania deal as possible model for reducing irregular arrivals to Europe

International Business Times

Italian PM Hails 'Courageous' Albania Migrant Deal

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Tuesday brushed aside criticism of a controversial deal to send migrants for processing in Albania, a European first which other European leaders are watching closely.

The Guardian - UK

Italian migration centres open in Albania under controversial deal

Fears agreement will set dangerous EU precedent with up to 3,000 men a month held during asylum processing

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