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US confirms military hackers have conducted cyber operations in support of Ukraine

Cyber Command, the US military’s hacking unit, has conducted offensive cyber operations in support of Ukraine as it defends itself against Russia’s invasion, the head of the command has confirmed. The disclosure underscores how important projecting power in cyberspace — in support of Ukraine’s defenses and to potentially deter Russia from conducting cyberattacks against US infrastructure… Continue reading US confirms military hackers have conducted cyber operations in support of Ukraine

The US Embassy congratulates Bajram Begaj on his election as the next President of Albania

The Embassy of the United States of America in Albania has congratulated Bajram Begaj on his election as the new president of Albania. In their greeting it is said that they look forward to working with him on his new assignment. “As Chief of General Staff, he contributed significantly to the defense cooperation between the… Continue reading The US Embassy congratulates Bajram Begaj on his election as the next President of Albania

Leaving the US for Kaçandoll after 17 years: The story of the Begu family

To the south of the Kopaonik mountain range and surrounded by steep mountains, are raised the walls of the Begu family house, in the village of Kaçandoll. The flag of the United States of America flies over its peak, as the best evidence of the closeness that this family has with the country miles away.… Continue reading Leaving the US for Kaçandoll after 17 years: The story of the Begu family

Albania elects top general as the country’s new president

Albania’s parliament elected its top military official as the country’s new president on Saturday after no candidates were nominated in three rounds of voting. Gen.-Maj. Bajram Begaj won the post after the 140-seat Parliament voted 78 in favor, four against and one abstained. Begaj’s name was proposed by the Socialist Party of Prime Minister Edi… Continue reading Albania elects top general as the country’s new president

Firm proposes Taser-armed drones to stop school shootings

Taser developer Axon said this week it is working to build drones armed with the electric stunning weapons that could fly in schools and “help prevent the next Uvalde, Sandy Hook, or Columbine.” But its own technology advisers quickly panned the idea as a dangerous fantasy. The publicly traded company, which sells Tasers and police… Continue reading Firm proposes Taser-armed drones to stop school shootings

Ukraine says no point in talks until Russian troops pushed back

Ukraine said on Saturday there was no point in negotiating with Russia until Moscow’s forces are pushed back as far as possible towards Ukraine’s borders. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba rejected Macron’s logic emphatically on Twitter, saying that such calls “could only humiliate France and every other country that calls for it”. “Because it is… Continue reading Ukraine says no point in talks until Russian troops pushed back

Kurti: Slovakia needs to join the vast majority of EU and NATO countries in recognizing Kosova

Prime Minister Albin Kurti met with Slovak Foreign Minister Ivan Korcok on the sidelines of the GLOBSEC forum being held in Bratislava. Kurti wrote that he had expressed the need for Slovakia to recognize Kosovo as the vast majority of EU and NATO countries. “Informative exchange with FM of  @IvanKorcok at #GLOBSEC2022. We discussed our countries… Continue reading Kurti: Slovakia needs to join the vast majority of EU and NATO countries in recognizing Kosova

The EU plans to recognize Ukraine’s driving licenses

The European Commission is planning special regulations for the nationwide recognition of driving licenses from Ukraine, according to the German government. The move, as revealed in a German government response to a parliamentary question, is intended to help Ukrainian refugees and transport companies continue to operate in the wake of the Russian occupation of Ukraine.… Continue reading The EU plans to recognize Ukraine’s driving licenses

Ruling Socialist Party picks up Bajram Begaj as presidential candidate

The ruling Socialist Party (SP) has picked up Bajram Begaj, the current Chief of General Staff of the army, as a candidate for the post of Albania’s President. The news was unveiled by Prime Minister Edi Rama after the end of the meeting of the Socialist parliamentary group held at the headquarters of SP on… Continue reading Ruling Socialist Party picks up Bajram Begaj as presidential candidate