Freedom of expression is a fundamental pillar of democracy, and it is also a right that must be actively upheld and defended. Safeguarding this fundamental right helps to guarantee independence of ...

BRITISH taxes are being squandered on shrimp farms in Bangladesh, poetry workshops in Colombian jails and gender lectures in ...

Where to go: New tours for 2025 include Albania Uncovered, Tyrolean Treasures and Wild Borneo ... just a light rucksack and make the most of the day’s route. Equipped with maps, route notes and full ...

Albania, often overlooked in favour of its Mediterranean neighbours, has recently been drawing attention as one of Europe’s most ... in her BBC documentary, highlighted the country’s strategic ...

Beaches, crystal-clear waters, a laid-back Mediterranean atmosphere? Yes, and palm trees, cafés and restaurants, plus the ...

TIRANA, Albania (AP) — In a historical twist, the home of Albania’s late communist dictator Enver Hoxha is hosting international artists fascinated by the long-ruling leader’s library, ...

ATHENS, Jan 25 (Reuters) - Archbishop Anastasios, head of the Orthodox Church of Albania, died at a hospital in Athens at the age of 95 on Saturday, the church announced. Anastasios played a key ...

TIRANA, Jan 25 (Reuters) - Albania will create a sovereign Muslim state in Tirana for the Bektashi religious order, along the lines of the Vatican in Rome, to preserve and promote religious ...

By Emma Bubola Reporting from Rome Italy’s much-debated program of sending asylum seekers to Albania restarted on ... But some politicians across Europe, including from mainstream parties ...

Once known as "the North Korea of Europe", Albania is turning to its millennia-old sites and rich cultural heritage to recast its image. After a period of turmoil, places often talk about looking ...

Forget Croatia and Greece - if you want an alternative European summer trip, head to these Balkan beaches in Albania, Montenegro, and beyond.

Dozens of unwanted migrants who managed to reach Italy after crossing the Mediterranean Sea are being sent to Albania as Italy's controversial offshoring and outsourcing policy resumes.