Albania
Country in Southeastern Europe
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Albania, officially the Republic of Albania, is a country in Southeast Europe. The country is located in the Balkans on the Adriatic and Ionian Seas within the Mediterranean Sea and shares land borders with Montenegro to the northwest, Kosovo to the northeast, North Macedonia to the east and Greece to the south. Spanning an area of 28,748 km2 (11,100 sq mi), it displays a varied range of climatic, geological, hydrological and morphological conditions. The country's landscapes range from rugged snow-capped mountains in the Albanian Alps and the Korab, Skanderbeg, Pindus and Ceraunian Mountains, to fertile lowland plains extending from the coasts of the Adriatic and Ionian seas. Tirana is the capital and largest city in the country, followed by Durrës, Vlorë, and Shkodër.
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India abstains on UNSC resolution condemning Russian annexation of Ukrainian regionsIndia abstained a UNSC resolution introduced by the United States and Albania condemning Moscow's proclaimed annexation of parts of Ukraine, citing the "totality of the evolving situation” as the..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Albania kicks Iranian embassy staff out of country over cyberattack Albanian counterterrorism police searched the Iranian embassy after staff were expelled over a counterattack it blames on Tehran.Sky News - Published | |
The beautiful Albanian border region where gun-runners and people smugglers enter the EU There are places in Albania that are breathtakingly beautiful, blessed with soaring peaks, turquoise water or lush forests.Sky News - Published | Albanian police could be brought to UK to help stop Channel crossings Albanian police could be brought to the UK to observe migrant arrivals and pass on intelligence in a bid to tackle Channel crossings.Sky News - Published |
Russians and Ukrainian held over alleged spying activities at Albanian military plant Two Russians and a Ukrainian have been arrested for allegedly spying on a military plant in southern Albania, authorities have said.Sky News - Published | 2023 European Under-21 Championship: England qualify after 3-0 Albania winEngland qualify for the 2023 European Under-21 Championship after a routine 3-0 over Albania in Chesterfield.BBC Sport - Published |
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Harry Kane breaks competitive goal scoring record for England after perfect hat-trick After scoring a perfect hat-trick in the first half of England's match against Albania, Harry Kane has become the country's all-time top scorer in competitive matches.Sky News - Published | England 5-0 Albania: Harry Kane scores hat-trick as Three Lions close in on World Cup placeHarry Kane scores a superb hat-trick as England brush aside Albania to put themselves on the brink of qualification for next year's World Cup.BBC Sport - Published |
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Albania 0-1 Poland: Home fans halt play after visiting players hit by objectsPoland's World Cup qualifying victory over Albania in Tirana is suspended for over 20 minutes after home fans throw objects at the visiting players.BBC Sport - Published | Armando Broja: Southampton sign Chelsea teenager on season-long loanSouthampton sign teenage Albania forward Armando Broja on a season-long loan from Chelsea.BBC Sport - Published |
Priti Patel signs deal to remove Albanian criminals from UK more quickly Criminals and unsuccessful asylum seekers from Albania will face a quicker return to their home country under a new deal secured by Priti Patel.Sky News - Published | Wales 0-0 Albania: Home fans return in friendly draw before Euro 2020Wales are held to a goalless draw by Albania in their final friendly before Euro 2020, as fans return after 18 months away.BBC Sport - Published |
Euro 2020: Wales await Red Wall's emotional return for Albania friendlyWales' fans, known as the Red Wall, will return for the first time since 2019 for Saturday's friendly with Albania.BBC Sport - Published | Mason Mount: England and Chelsea midfielder approaching 'certain starter' statusFour months after receiving social media abuse, Mason Mount strengthens his case to become a regular in Gareth Southgate's England team with another strong performance against Albania.BBC Sport - Published |
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