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The news on Shqiptarja.com focuses heavily on Albanian politics, including discussions around local election dates and opposition responses to presidential consultations. International news includes a cyberattack on Binance and an air accident in Bosnia. Domestic crime and infrastructure projects…
Taulant Balla and Blendi Klosi met with President Begaj concerning the date for the 2027 local elections, while the opposition, including the Democratic Party, publicly refused the President's invitation for consultations, with some calling the process a mere formality.
The Liberal Democratic Party (PL) rejected President Begaj's invitation for consultations on the local election date, with leader Blushi sending a letter to the President stating non-participation in formal procedures due to a severe political crisis.
An air accident resulted in four fatalities, with the suspected cause of the Italian helicopter crash in Bosnia being the blockage of one of its rotors.
The construction of Albania's first wind farm has commenced, with an opinion piece questioning the potential benefits and gains from this project.
A 41-year-old man, previously convicted for armed robbery and violent crimes, has been arrested in Vorë after police found a firearm and a bulletproof vest in his possession.
Binance, a major cryptocurrency exchange, has been targeted by a cyberattack, described as the largest in history, with an estimated loss of $6.3 billion.
Prime Minister Rama has once again extended an invitation for dialogue to protesters, despite previous rejections, amidst a demonstration where a 'stone table' was placed in front of the Prime Ministry.
An audio recording reveals a Kosovo police officer refusing to provide protection to Arlinda Zeka, stating he had no obligation to do so, prior to her subsequent attack by her brother-in-law.
