Tirana shooting: Man killed in suspected assassination attempt

A suspected assassination attempt occurred on the evening of October 20, 2026, in the Paris Municipality area of Tirana, Albania. Gunfire was directed at a vehicle on Mihal Popi Street in the ‘1 Maji’ block.

Police authorities reported finding a victim, identified as Ismet Habili, deceased inside a Volvo vehicle. Preliminary reports suggest the victim may have been shot in the head while traveling in the car. An investigative group, under the direction of the Prosecutor's Office, is currently conducting procedural actions to clarify the circumstances of the incident.

Initial reports had mentioned a Grand Jeep Cherokee, but official police statements confirmed the victim was found in a Volvo. Authorities have not yet released information regarding the identity of potential perpetrators or the motive behind the attack.