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Top official under house arrest; ex-chief's home raided.

In a significant development in Albania's anti-corruption efforts, Vlora Hyseni, the current Director of the State Intelligence Service (SHISH), has been placed under house arrest. She faces accusations of aiding a criminal and revealing state secrets. Simultaneously, the Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) ordered searches at the residence of Ilir Proda, the former State Police chief, who later presented himself to SPAK for questioning.

These high-profile actions by SPAK underscore an intensified focus on corruption within security institutions. The investigations reportedly stem from evidence seized during earlier probes involving former advisor to the Prime Minister, Ergys Agasi.

Further corruption allegations have surfaced concerning the Vlora Airport project. Journalist Tomori has detailed claims of irregularities, stating that former Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku allegedly promised Kosovan businessman Behgjet Pacolli a significant share of the airport and that Pacolli secured a substantial loan using company assets.

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High-Ranking Security Officials Face SPAK Investigations

Vlora Hyseni, the Director of the State Intelligence Service (SHISH), has been placed under house arrest, facing charges of aiding a criminal and revealing state secrets. Concurrently, the Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) conducted searches at the residence of Ilir Proda, the former State Police chief, who later appeared before SPAK for questioning. These actions are part of ongoing investigations, with some reports indicating that evidence seized from former advisor Ergys Agasi's office…

Corruption Allegations Surround Vlora Airport Project

New details have emerged regarding alleged corruption in the Vlora Airport project, with journalist Tomori claiming that former Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku promised Kosovan businessman Behgjet Pacolli a 60% stake in the airport. Further reports suggest Pacolli secured a €100 million loan using company assets as collateral, and questions are being raised about Balluku's handling of the project's contract and tender processes.

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