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Fires in Dropull and Finiq, two Canadair aid planes from Greece intervened

: Published: Wednesday, 10 July 2024 14:02

Two Canadair CL-415 aircraft from the Hellenic Fire Force are assisting Albanian civil emergency forces in extinguishing fires in Dropull and Finiq.

Albania has entered the season of extremely high temperatures!

: Published: Sunday, 07 July 2024 12:51

All hands are on deck to combat deliberate arson. Rapid information sharing and coordination among authorities are crucial to preventing major disasters. The Armed Forces and the National Civil Protection Agency are always on standby, ready to protect the lives, safety, and property of our citizens in the face of any danger.

Black Hawk helicopters are flying with Albanian pilots at the controls

: Published: Saturday, 06 July 2024 13:59

For the first time, Black Hawk UH-60A+ helicopters are flying with Albanian pilots at the controls. FA pilots, flight technicians, and maintenance personnel have been certified to perform their duties after completing the first phase of training with American instructors from the SATMO team.

AAF firefighters and vehicles were deployed to extinguish two fires in Dhermi and Llogara

: Published: Friday, 05 July 2024 13:51

In the past 24 hours, two fires were detected in the Vlora district, which were finally extinguished through the combined efforts of the fire brigades, Armed Forces, employees of the Protected Areas administration, the Electricity Distribution Operator, and other forces under the coordination of the National Civil Protection Agency (NCPA).

Defense Minister Niko Peleshi Pays Tribute to the Genius of Albanian Literature, Ismail Kadare

: Published: Wednesday, 03 July 2024 13:37

Defense Minister Niko Peleshi paid tribute to the renowned writer Ismail Kadare, a literary genius, who passed away on July 1, 2024. Minister Peleshi placed a wreath on behalf of the Ministry of Defense, symbolizing respect and gratitude for Kadare's immense contribution to enhancing Albania's image and heritage through his internationally acclaimed works.