By Visar Zhiti Christmas in my small country, in Albania, is now a great feast. All people Rejoice, not... »
Advocating for Change to Counter Gender Based Violence, F’Oda Holds NY Rally for Liridona Ademaj
Rafaela Prifti In the aftermath of the killing of Liridona Ademaj in Kosova in a case of domestic violence, a... »
Rising stars: Albania’s new women’s football strategy
The Albanian Football Association (FSHF) unveils its pivotal roadmap for the women’s game with a launch ceremony in Tirana. A... »
The U.S. Government Designates Individuals and Entities in the Western Balkans for Corruption and Malign Activities
WASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated eight individuals and six... »
Kosova, tenacious and courageous, must serve as a beacon to protect constitutionality in the face of autocracy
Lecture by CHRISTOPHER S. HYLAND (of Hyland Center for Global Studies – UBT) at CONFERENCE FOR PEACE DEMOCRACY VERSUS AUTOCRACY... »
Ukraine Says Its Forces Hit Shipyard in Russian-Occupied Crimea
Ukraine said its forces hit a shipyard in the port city of Kerch in Russian-occupied Crimea on Saturday. “The evening... »
MAYOR ADAMS, HEALTH COMMISSIONER DR. VASAN LAUNCH AMBITIOUS WHOLE-OF-GOVERNMENT CAMPAIGN TO EXTEND LIFESPAN OF ALL NEW YORKERS
“HealthyNYC” Aims to Increase Life Expectancy to 83 Years by 2030, Focuses on Reducing Chronic Disease, Overdose, Maternal Mortality Deaths,... »
Grateful to Dr. Elez Biberaj – a voice of freedom and democracy, in crucial moments for the Albanian nation
By Harry Bajraktari Congratulations to Dr. Elez Biberaj on his retirement from the Voice of America after a great career... »
Elez Biberaj Retires from the Voice of America, after A 43-Year Career
October 30, 2023 Esteemed Friends and Colleagues, I am pleased to inform you that, after a 43-year career, I have... »
The dialogue is dead, so what’s next?
By Daniel Serwer Since before 2013 the US and EU have sponsored a “political” dialogue between Kosova and Serbia intended... »
American Albanian Law Enforcement Association (AALEA) Raises $60,000 for the Family of the Kosova Police Officer Killed in Serbian Terrorist Attack
American Albanian Law Enforcement Association (AALEA) is pleased a successful milestone in its ongoing GoFundMe campaign on behalf of the... »
Baroque Brilliance A Timeless Tale of Ornate Elegance
Metro Opera Tech, founded and run, by an Albanian-American artist is launching its World Premiere on November 3rd By Ruben... »
Those who blatantly disrespect the Human Rights Law have no place in the HRC
STATEMENT BY FERIT HOXHA Ambassador and Permanent Representative of ALBANIA to the UN Security Council Maintenance of Peace and Security... »
Community and Cancer at Center of AFC Fourth Anniversary. What was it like to be there?
Rafaela Prifti At AFC’s Fourth Anniversary dinner the impact of its work was in full display for over 200 guests... »
It’s not only about Kosova
By Daniel Serwer Serbia’s effort to destabilize Kosova so that it can claim control of its Serb-majority north should today... »
U.S. Urges Serbia To Pull Back Large Military Deployment Along Border With Kosova
The White House has urged Serbia to pull back what it said is a large military deployment from its border... »
Biden Warns International Community That Russia’s ‘Naked Aggression’ Can’t Be Appeased
U.S. President Joe Biden has warned world leaders at the United Nations General Assembly that allowing Ukraine “to be carved... »
OPEN LETTER TO THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA JOSEPH BIDEN
Dear President Biden, If there is one leader in the US who knows everything about the conflict in the... »
Highlights Ahead of Ordination of Bishop-Elect Nikodhim at Saint George’s Cathedral in Boston
Rafaela Prifti The ceremonial ordination of Bishop Elect Nikodhim will take place in the historical seat of the Albanian Archdiocese... »
Applause for Albania: Using the UN Security Council to stand up to dictators like Putin and Assad
By Dr. Moustafa Aouthmany Since taking a seat on the United Nations Security Council last year Albania has clearly and... »
Birds or Planes? As the case proceeds through Albania’s court, who are the early winners and losers of Vlora airport?
Rafaela Prifti The controversy surrounding Vlora airport has reached Albania’s court system as the efforts by the plaintiffs AOS and... »
The List Is Long: Russians Who Have Died After Running Afoul Of The Kremlin
By Steve Gutterman, RFE/RF One was a dogged reporter determined to expose corruption, malfeasance, and abuse from the halls of... »
New CD Release: ‘Thomas Simaku: SOLO’ from Ensemble intercontemporain
UYMP eagerly awaits the release of a new album from Ensemble intercontemporain on 29th September 2023, featuring five works by Thomas Simaku:... »
Do not adopt a Belgrade-centered policy for the Balkans
Open letter on the Serbia-Kosovo relations signed by parliamentary leaders in the United States and in Europe Under the attention... »
A good hearing, if the Administration were listening
By Daniel Serwer From the original: https://www.peacefare.net/2023/07/19/a-good-hearing-if-the-administration-were-listening/ The House Foreign Affairs Committee raised the alarm in a hearing yesterday about... »
The U.S. Should Stand With Kosova
Washington’s desire for Balkan stability has overtaken its support for democracy, the rule of law, and anti-corruption. By Eliot L.... »
Treasury Sanctions Official Linked to Corruption in Serbia
WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned an individual in... »
The Legend of Albania’s Many Mountains
Naum Prifti While God was finishing up with the Earth’s creation, he soon noticed a stack of mountains sitting by... »
Bosnia High Representative Annuls Anti-Dayton Laws Passed By Serb Entity’s Assembly
SARAJEVO — Christian Schmidt, the international community’s high representative for Bosnia-Herzegovina, on July 1 annulled laws adopted by the Bosnian... »
Balanced, informative, and factual approach on Kosova and Serbia by The New York Times
The New York Times June 3, 2023 LETTER TO THE EDITOR I have studied “the problem of Kosovo” for many... »