Erion Alibej confesses before the Special Court his role in mafia assassinations, collaboration with Nuredin Dumani, connections with criminal groups and the use of encrypted communication technologies.
Ermal Beqiri and Ergys Agasi are suspected of participating in a structured criminal group, including hostage-taking, blackmail and favoritism of predetermined companies. SPAK has issued 8 security measures against officials and businessmen, among them the director of AKSHI.
After being reinstated by the Constitutional Court, the Special Prosecution Office requests authorization from the Assembly for house arrest or imprisonment, while the Prime Minister describes this approach as "a rude fashion" and warns of the political stance of the majority.
The Constitutional Court suspended the effects of previous decisions, while the final review will take place on January 22, 2026. Balluku, accused of violating equality in tenders, returns to duty after a 21-day suspension.
Dashnor Dumani, accused of triple murder and participation in a criminal group, and Armes Stafa, suspected of money laundering, fall into the hands of Interpol as part of “The Wanted” operation.
The police and IKMT started the demolition of several villas while the investigations include officials, engineers and architects. The construction company opposes the decision to demolish, claiming legal permission from the Municipality of Tirana.
The Special Court decided to suspend and ban the Deputy Prime Minister from traveling abroad, arguing the risk of departure, repetition of the offense, and interference with the evidence of the investigation.
Prime Minister Edi Rama argues that the suspension of Deputy Prime Minister Balluku violates the immunity of ministers and the balance of powers, challenging the decision of the Special Court.
SPAK seeks 14 witnesses and uncovers large money transfers to the EU, while Arben Ahmetaj is tried in absentia.
The former Prime Minister will appear before the Special Prosecution Office to give his statements regarding the killing of four protesters on the boulevard on January 21, 2011.