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We invite you to follow the News Edition with the main developments from the country, the region and the world until this afternoon, where among other things we highlight:
Nancy VanHorn, the US charge d’affaires in Tirana, is focusing on the Assembly ahead of the new session on January 19. She held meetings with the leaders of the Socialist Party and the Democratic Party, Taulant Balla and Gazment Bardhi, as well as with the Speaker of Parliament Niko Peleshi. The discussions come after the opposition’s criticism of the previous session and warnings of protests, as the Assembly prepares for electoral and territorial reforms.
SPAK is investigating the financing of the DP Re-establishment Assembly on December 11, 2021, where Sali Berisha was re-elected as president. The investigation includes the former Prime Minister, family members and other MPs, while Belind Këlliçi and Indrit Hoxha were questioned about the sources of the funds used.
In the Special Court, the hearing on the "Buka" case against former Deputy Prime Minister Arben Ahmetaj was postponed to January 27. Ahmetaj requests to participate via video conference and denies allegations of abuse of power in the privatization of the company.
The Durrës Prosecutor's Office has seized documents for the new hydroelectric dam in Porto Palermo after floods damaged homes and roads. The investigation is examining whether there were legal violations or negligence by state institutions, including the loss of an employee of the Municipal Enterprise.
The Association of Judges reacted against the changes in the law on the status of judges and prosecutors, warning of a violation of the independence of the judiciary and a usurpation of the power of the Supreme Court of Justice.
Altin Ndoci, arrested in the "Golden Bullet" operation, escaped from Durres Hospital. He attacked a guard and fled in an "Audi A7" waiting for him outside, leading to the suspension of the Durres Prison chain of command.
Meanwhile, Vienna Airport has been paralyzed by ice, causing flight cancellations and diversions, including for travelers from Albania.
In the world, former Prime Minister of Georgia, Irakli Garibashvili, was sentenced to 5 years in prison and confiscation of assets for money laundering.
In Iran, over 2,000 protesters were killed during anti-regime demonstrations, while Israel declared readiness to defend itself, stressing that the protests are an internal Iranian matter.
In sports, the Albanian Cup draw determined the quarterfinals: Tirana – Dinamo, Partizani – AF Elbasani, Teuta – Egnatia and Vllaznia – Bylis. The first legs will take place on February 11 and the return legs on March 4.
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