The war on Iran has given an opposition group that has long struggled for relevance in exile a chance to grab the mantle of history and present itself as a ready-made alternative to the Islamic ...

The transition from a "Talks Track" to a "Strike Track" regarding Iranian nuclear capabilities and the regime’s grip on power ...

Slideshow-ready guide to destinations offering longer standard visitor stays (often 90–365 days) for American travelers, based on official entry rules. Flags common gotchas: entry-stamp day limits, ...

Albania introduced what it called the world’s first artificial intelligence minister last year. Turns out she wasn’t entirely artificial — at least not her face and voice. Albanian actor Anila Bisha ...

Albania’s Minister of State for Digital Intelligence, the world’s first virtual official, could soon be faceless as the actor she was modeled on is taking the government to court. In August 2025, ...

The Israeli-backed company Albania Data Center (ADC) will develop a 32MW data center in a free economic zone near Tirana, Albania's capital. According to Israeli outlet Globes, the 4.5 acre facility ...

New changes to the Albanian criminal code that only partially abolish defamation as an offence have been criticised by media freedom organisations, citing concerns over freedom of speech. Albanian ...

The Albanian avatar known as Diella, a public anticorruption crusader, has been described as the world’s first government minister created by artificial intelligence. By Lara Jakes The avatar known as ...

The 2025 Article IV Consultation discusses that Albania enjoys one of the highest growth rates in Europe, low inflation, declining public debt, and strong foreign reserves. Building on this foundation ...

The State Department is so far refusing to comment on a growing corruption crisis engulfing the Balkan nation of Albania, a vital U.S. ally in the region. Following an Albanian court’s decision to ...

Inside the library-turned-classroom at the National Reception Centre for Asylum in Tirana, Albania, ten asylum-seekers sit around a long wooden table, notebooks open, listening intently. They're from ...

Want to explore the best of Albania in one week? This 7-day Albania road trip itinerary takes you through the country’s top places: from coastal towns and beaches to mountains, lakes, and historic ...