Albanian State Police

Albanian political tensions rise amid reforms and protests

10 clusters · 68 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Albanian opposition accuses Edi Rama and Ron Yeffet of arms trafficking

Albanian political tensions continue to escalate as Democratic Party leader Sali Berisha maintains accusations against the ruling government, alleging that Bradashesh prison is controlled by criminal interests. Berisha h

Montenegro-Albania border symbol dispute

2 clusters · 27 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Albanian Police crack down on unauthorized use of institutional symbols

Montenegrin authorities intercepted a convoy of 13 foreign-registered vehicles carrying approximately 20 people, primarily members of the Albanian diaspora, at the Vraćenovići–Deleuša border crossing. Police stated the v

Fatal shooting in Toulenne, France

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Mat shooting: Police find stolen car and rifles after attack on parked vehicle

In Toulenne, France, a man in his thirties was killed during an attack on August 21, 2026. According to reports, two hooded individuals arrived in a vehicle and opened fire using a Kalashnikov in bursts, targeting the vi

2026 Mediterranean wildfires persist

15 clusters · 67 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Albania wildfire situation stabilizes after multiple outbreaks

The 2026 wildfire season in Albania, which saw significant outbreaks in August across regions like Vlora, Tirana, and Krujë, continued into early September. By 4 September, massive wildfires impacted several regions, wit

Law enforcement operations in Albania

2 clusters · 26 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Albanian man arrested in Tirana for attempted murder of Italian officer

Albanian authorities conducted a law enforcement operation codenamed ‘Borders’ in the village of Drenovë, Korçë. During the operation, police arrested a 27-year-old man caught transporting 11 migrants—ten from Bangladesh

Property fraud investigation in Prishtina

2 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Prishtina Court denies detention for five misuse of office suspects

In Prishtina, authorities launched an investigation into a suspected 1.5 million euro property fraud in Fushë Kosovë. Five individuals were arrested for allegedly abusing their official positions to provide fraudulent ow

Violent shootings and explosions in Albania and Greece

2 clusters · 23 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Albania and Kosovo report fuel explosions, drug seizures, and corruption arrests

A series of violent incidents involving shootings and explosions has been reported in Albania and Greece. In Shkodër, 24-year-old tourism worker Ylber Luli died in the hospital following a confrontation at his home. Poli

Albanian protests intensify over Kushner-linked projects

266 clusters · 530 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Albania protests clash with police over Kushner-linked tourism project

The ‘Flamingo Revolution’ has intensified as the movement against luxury resort projects in Albania enters its 100th day. While the unrest began over environmental concerns regarding the €4-billion Zvërnec project, a €1.

Armed extortion attempt in Vlorë

2 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Vlorë businessmen involved in armed extortion attempt and police chase

An armed extortion attempt occurred at the Regina Palm resort in Radhimë, Vlorë, targeting businessman Vasil Bedinaj. A group of 10 to 20 individuals, some reportedly armed, demanded a 5 million euro fine and threatened

Law enforcement activities in Albania and Kosovo

2 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Albanian Police Director promotes officer for hostage rescue

Law enforcement activities in Albania and Kosovo have involved various criminal investigations, arrests, and police commendations. In Albania, legal actions include the transfer of former police official Uljan Shpatarak

Phishing scams targeting Balkan and Eastern European users

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: WhatsApp phishing scam targets users in Croatia

Authorities and cybersecurity experts have identified various phishing scams targeting users in the Balkans and surrounding regions. In Albania and North Macedonia, police issued warnings regarding a surge in SMS and W

Bomb threats targeting Albanian state institutions

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Banja Luka bomb threats investigated as terrorism

In Albania, authorities launched an investigation following a series of bomb threats sent via email to various state institutions in cities such as Vlorë and Berat. The messages, sent from an unidentified foreign address

Albanian and international police criminal arrests

7 clusters · 68 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: Smajlaj Fisnik extradited to Italy for drug trafficking

In late July 2026, police in Dibër detained a 38-year-old man who brandished a firearm on Elez Isufi boulevard, threatening residents. Investigators identified a 19-year-old accomplice who also aimed the weapon at locals

Murder investigation of Portuguese tourist in Ksamil

4 clusters · 58 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Saranda police recover weapon in Portuguese tourist murder

Following the murder of 20-year-old Portuguese national Luis Miguel Varela Mendes at the ‘Principote’ establishment in Ksamil, Albanian authorities have detained approximately 45 individuals for questioning. Sokrat Vata,