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Experts say Albania’s elections will reshape politics in the Western Balkans

by New Lines Institute A new series of reports by New Lines Institute provides an in-depth look at Albania’s democratic...

Experts say Albania’s elections will reshape politics in the Western Balkans

by New Lines Institute A new series of reports by New Lines Institute provides an in-depth look at Albania’s democratic... Read more »

Albanians honor the memory of victims of Communism in Washington DC

By Merita B. McCormack * Victims of Communism worldwide were remembered and honored during the 18th annual Roll Call of... Read more »

Justice for sexual war crimes committed by Serbia in Kosova

Seven US lawmakers introduce a resolution in Congress: Rep. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15], Rep. Veasey, Marc A. [D-TX-33], Rep. Latimer, George... Read more »

Sunday School – the Proud Legacy of the St. George Albanian Orthodox Cathedral

Rafaela Prifti The brick house at 529 East Broadway, South Boston, Massachusetts, has been used for Sunday School classes since... Read more »

Beware of Stone Slogans – Ylljet Alicka’s Cautionary Tale

Rafaela Prifti Alicka’s storytelling in Stone Slogans lays one episode after another with cynical awareness and mindful deliberation to reveal... Read more »

The Vision for a Bektashi State: Christopher Hyland

By Genc Mlloja, ADN’s Senior Diplomatic Editor In this exclusive interview, Christopher Hyland, the Deputy National Political Director for Ethnic... Read more »

Transformation of the Healthcare System in Kosova and Medical Diplomacy

By Rifat Latifi, MD, FACS, FICS, FKCS*** The essay appeared first at the Kosova Journal of Surgery a publication of... Read more »

“Supporting stabilocracy at the expense of democracy is a shortsighted approach”

The Council of Albanian Ambassadors on the ongoing protests for Democracy and Justice in Serbia The Council of Albanian Ambassadors... Read more »

US, EU Condemn Bosnian Serb Leader’s Separatist Policies

SARAJEVO — Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik’s intensified push for secessionist policies has drawn international criticism after the Republika Srpska... Read more »

Greenland Elections: Go American, Stay Danish, Or Go It Alone?

By Rikard Jozwiak (Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty) Normally the elections for the 31-member Inatsisartut, the parliament of Greenland, would get... Read more »

Agim Aliçkaj is the new AACL Executive Director

On January 19, 2025, at the Allendale Steakhouse in Allendale, NJ, owned by the Veseli brothers, the Albanian American Civic... Read more »

Albanian-American Conductor Kristo Kondakçi brings Joy and Renewal at Sanders Theater

Rafaela Prifti Turning the page to a new year, the acclaimed Albanian American conductor Kristo Kondakçi conducts the Kendall Square Orchestra at Sanders... Read more »

KOSOVA WITHOUT THE NORTH IS NOT A STATE

Serbian municipalities association of any kind puts Kosova under Serbia By Agim Aliçkaj The Serbian terrorist attack of November... Read more »

Pope at Christmas Urbi et Orbi: May we become pilgrims of hope, peace, and unity

Wishing everyone a “a serene and blessed Christmas,” Pope Francis celebrates the joy of this day on which we celebrate... Read more »

Statement from Albanian-American Community Organizations Regarding Injustice at the Specialist Chamber in The Hague

As Albanian Americans, we are deeply committed to the ideals of liberty and justice—principles that serve as the cornerstone of... Read more »

An Albanian politician and a judge from North Macedonia designated by the United States

Accountability Actions to Counter Global Corruption and Human Rights On International Anti-Corruption Day and on the eve of Human... Read more »

Farewell, Uncle Sami: A Memorial to an Idealist Albanian

By Grid Rroji On Wednesday, November 27, 2024, the heart of Professor Sami Repishti, an intellectual humanist and one of... Read more »

NATO Secretary General meets US President-elect

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte met with President-elect Donald Trump in Palm Beach, Florida on Friday (November 22). They discussed... Read more »

European Commission welcomes inclusion of Montenegro and Albania in the Single Euro Payments Area

Today, Montenegro and Albania advanced on their European integration path by becoming the first-ever enlargement countries to join the geographical... Read more »

MOTHER TERESA CANONIZATION DAY.

By Eda Zhiti We were in the Vatican, in the most beautiful square of the Catholic world, in Saint Peter’s,... Read more »

Mother Teresa in Chicago – Remembrance, Legacy, and Inspiration

Remarks by Dr. Sonila Sejdaras, President of “Care for Albania”, at an event dedicated to Mother Teresa, hosted by... Read more »

Donald Trump makes a triumphant comeback to the White House

The votes are still being counted in several states, but the Republican candidate, Donald Trump has emerged as the clear... Read more »

KOSOVA AND THE AMERICAN ELECTIONS

The future of the Republic of Kosova must and can only be determined by the majority of its people Agim... Read more »

Choose Leaders in America who Support Opportunity

By Ilir Zherka The United States continues to struggle with competing views around cultural, economic, and international issues. Thankfully, Americans... Read more »

Albanians Fighting Cancer AFC USA Gala Concert – Impromptu Singalongs Elevates Pride Craving More Encores

Rafaela Prifti “The first time I heard the name Albanians Fighting Cancer AFC, it was through a GoFundMe page that... Read more »

Solidarity and neighborly relations are the lynchpin of Albania’s policy in the Western Balkans

EDI RAMA, Prime Minister of Albania, noting that today more than ever, the world needs tolerance and trust, said: “Tolerance... Read more »

WE SEEK JUSTICE NOT REVENGE

My speech at the Albanian-American Civic League meeting with Congressman Jerry Nadler at my home Dear Congressman Nadler, Welcome... Read more »

On the vital importance of prioritizing career diplomacy over political appointments

Open letter to the Foreign Minister of Albania, H.E. Mr. Igli Hasani, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Mr.... Read more »

Pristine areas, once compromised, cannot be restored

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Mr. Ruben Avxhiu Editor, llyria Newspaper (by email) Dear Mr. Editor: I was shocked to read,... Read more »