Albania

German school named for Albanian who saved Jews sends students to Tirana for Holocaust remembrance

Ordinary Muslims and Christians in Albania, an isolated Balkan nation with no more than 300 native Jews, risked their lives during World War II to hide nearly 2,000 foreign Jewish refugees

Students and their teachers from Berlin’s Refik Veseli School and Tirana’s Gjimnazi Sami Frashëri pose for a group shot in front of Albania’s Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs on International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Jan. 27, 2026.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz makes a statement on the situation in the Middle East, after Israel and the US launched strikes on Iran, at the chancellery in Berlin, Germany, March 1, 2026.

Roaring Lion: From Berlin to London, Europe stands by Israel in war with Iran - opinion

Displaced Palestinians receive prefabricated tents, which are safer and more durable, with the support of the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) in Al-Zaytun of Gaza City, Gaza on February 7, 2026.

Morocco, Albania, Greece expected to join International Stabilization Force in Gaza

THE DIGITAL universe ignores geographic borders, but there are various kinds of physical infrastructure needed to facilitate data traveling. Pictured: Futuristic Data Center with Server Racks in Big Warehouse.

Israel's ADC to build Albania's first data center


Albanian captain dies while rescuing two Israelis at risk of drowning

In an attempt to bring the Israelis closer to the boat after they were swept farther away by strong currents, Anamali jumped into the water himself.

Captain Arben Anamali

This destination will be the big hit of the summer – and everyone’s rushing there!

Sun d’Or, part of the EL AL Group, is increasing its summer flight schedule and adding 2 weekly flights to Tirana, Albania — considered the summer 2025 hit with magical beaches and affordable prices.

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'Fighting antisemitism an old tradition in Albania,' PM Rama tells 'Post' - exclusive

DIPLOMATIC AFFAIRS | A close ally of Israel, Rama was awarded the Presidential Medal of Honor, Israel’s highest civilian decoration, in Jerusalem earlier this year.

 Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama wears yellow ribbon to symbolize the hostages taken on October 7 during a speech at the United Nations General Assembly.

Israeli CSOs: Ambassadors for peace, partnership to the Muslim world - opinion

These organizations can play an instrumental role in facilitating dialogue, fostering collaboration, and reshaping Israel’s global image and its relationships in the Muslim world.

(L-R): Albanian Education and Sports Ortega Manastirliu, CJI's chairman Robert singer, Albanian Health Minister Albana Kociu

Herzog awards Albanian PM Presidential Medal of Honor

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama was honored for his unwavering stance against antisemitism and refusal to 'yield to international pressure,' calling the group the Nazis of the new century.

 President Isaac Herzog and Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama

Israel signs MoU for health cooperation with Albania

As part of the agreement, both sides also committed to advancing cooperation in medical research and the development of medical devices and technologies.

 Israeli Health Minister Uriel Busso (Shas) and Albanian Health Minister Albana Koçiu signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU).

Albania the best-kept vacation secret for Israelis?

In Tirana, visitors can expect the same warm hospitality, as locals are eager to show off their hospitality chops as they welcome foreigners in restaurants, bars, and hotels.

 This historic building in the heart of Vlora will soon house the Jewish Museum of Albania.

Historic Election: Holy Synod names first Albanian archbishop in over 30 years

The enthronement ceremony will take place on March 29 at the Orthodox Cathedral in Tirana, gathering representatives from 13 sister Orthodox Churches and hundreds of believers.

 Resurrection of Christ Orthodox Cathedral. Tirana, Albania.

Albania's secret Jewish history, how its population saved Jews during the Holocaust

DIASPORA AFFAIRS: During WWII, Albania defied the Nazis, sheltering Jews and preserving its tradition of hospitality. Discover how this Muslim-majority nation became a haven for Jewish refugees.

 BERAT, DESIGNATED as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008, served as a major hideout for the Jewish refugees fleeing the Nazi occupiers. Here, visitors attend the opening ceremony of the renovated Solomon Jewish History Museum in Berat in 2019.

Rabbi Pinto Meets Albanian PM Again to Strengthen Kosher Certification & Jewish Community