Today: Nov 13, 2026

Tirana Times

Eric Wendt, U.S. Ambassador to Albania.
Eric Wendt, U.S. Ambassador to Albania.

U.S. Ambassador Outlines Three Priorities for Albania 

Defense cooperation, economic ties and the fight against transnational crime take center stage in Eric Wendt’s agenda, signaling a more pragmatic approach to U.S.-Albanian relations. TIRANA, Albania – U.S. Ambassador to Albania
November 9, 2026
4 mins read
Genc Pollo, President of Paneuropa Albania.
Genc Pollo, President of Paneuropa Albania.

No Good News From Brussels

By Genc Pollo TIRANA, Albania – On November 4, as every year, European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos presented the European Commission’s progress reports on the ten countries aspiring to European Union
November 6, 2026
5 mins read
Tirana Mayor Erion Veliaj (left) and Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama (right).
Tirana Mayor Erion Veliaj (left) and Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama (right).

Rama-Veliaj Rift Erupts Into Open Political Confrontation

Albania’s Prime Minister Edi Rama and Tirana’s imprisoned mayor Erjon Veliaj clash over allegations of political pressure and the capital’s control, signaling deepening divisions within the ruling Socialist Party amid widespread anti-government
November 2, 2026
8 mins read
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