Fires in Greece, Albania provides assistance with firefighters and equipment
- Published: Wednesday, 02 October 2024 13:56
The Ministry of Defense of Albania has swiftly responded to the Greek authorities' request for assistance in extinguishing the wildfires that have been raging for three days in Xilocastro, Peloponnese.
In coordination with the Civil Protection Agency and the European Civil Protection Mechanism, Albania will send 30 firefighters and 5 firefighting vehicles to support the operations in Greece.
The Commission on Combating Disinformation, Vengu: A clear strategy is needed to confront this threat
- Published: Wednesday, 02 October 2024 13:24
During the hearing of the Special Commission on combating disinformation and foreign interference in democratic processes, chaired by Erion Braçe, the Minister of Defense, Pirro Vengu, highlighted the need for a well-organized strategy to address this growing phenomenon.
Major General Özkan Ulutaş concludes his role as KFOR Commander, Minister Vengu hosts a meeting in his honor
- Published: Monday, 30 September 2024 14:10
Defence Minister Mr. Pirro Vengu, held a special meeting with Major General Özkan Ulutaş as he concluded his duties as Commander of KFOR. Minister Vengu thanked Major General Ulutaş for his excellent work as KFOR Commander, while also wishing him success in his new role in Turkey.
Minister Vengu inspects construction of the multifunctional building at the Special Operations Unit in Zall-Herr
- Published: Saturday, 28 September 2024 12:14
The Special Operations Forces in Zall-Herr are set to soon have a new multifunctional center, with construction already 80% complete.
Defense Minister Pirro Vengu, accompanied by U.S. Military Attaché to Albania, Captain Eric Cote, recently inspected the progress. The project, which began in April 2023, is on track to be finished by June next year.
The EOD Platoon successfully completes its tasks during the certification exercise "Silver Arrow - 24" at Camp Adazi, Latvia
- Published: Friday, 27 September 2024 12:28
The EOD Platoon, part of the XV Contingent attached to the NATO Enhanced Forward Presence Multinational Battalion Group in Latvia, played a key role in the certification exercise "Silver Arrow - 24," successfully completing all assigned tasks.
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