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Top Intelligence Official Dismissed Amidst Corruption Probe and Surrender

Albania's political landscape is dominated by the ongoing corruption probe, with Vlora Hyseni, the former head of the State Intelligence Service (SHISH), surrendering to authorities after a house arrest order and being officially dismissed from her role. This development follows her initial house arrest and marks a significant turn in the investigation into corruption allegations surrounding the AKSHI affair.

New details have surfaced, revealing that a company owned by Ergys Agasi, also under investigation, was established just two days before Vlora Hyseni's proposed appointment as SHISH director, linking both to tenders related to AKSHI. European Democrats have called for an unimpeded investigation into the accusations against the former SHISH chief, emphasizing the need for strong institutions.

Meanwhile, anti-government protests persist, with a new demonstration in Tirana seeing 116 individuals demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. Separately, the country is also dealing with a fire in Lalzit Bay requiring air intervention and arrests near the Greek border for migrant smuggling.

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Former SHISH Chief Surrenders, Dismissed Amid Corruption Probe

Vlora Hyseni, the former head of Albania's intelligence service (SHISH), has surrendered to authorities after being placed under house arrest as part of an investigation into the AKSHI affair and allegations of leaking state secrets. Prime Minister Edi Rama and President Bajram Begaj have officially dismissed her from her post. Further investigations are underway, with concerns raised about national security and calls from European Democrats for an unimpeded probe.

Health Costs Burden Albanians, Drug Arrest in Mamurras

A report indicates that 8% of Albanians struggle to afford follow-up medical examinations, placing the country second highest in Europe for this issue. Separately, a 26-year-old man was arrested in Mamurras after two months of surveillance, with 338 doses of drugs found.

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