From Venezuela, Maria travelled halfway around the world in search of a better life. Instead, the mother of two was trapped in Albanian detention for months after being lured into illegal sex work.

Patriarchal norms, legislative gaps and a climate of impunity mean many social media users in Albania feel free to subject women activists to disturbing levels of hate. Xheni Karaj traces the hate to ...

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, left, and Albania's Prime Minister Edi Rama shake hands after a joint press conference in Tirana, Albania, Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024. (AP Photo/Armando Babani, ...

The Albanian Ombudsman’s office called on the authorities to do more to ensure women’s safety after a woman was murdered by her former husband despite being under court-ordered protection. Thousands ...

In Albania, religion was prohibited for half a century under communism. Today, the country is known for its tolerance among Muslims, Catholics and Orthodox Christians. These faiths are united in their ...

'Maria' is one of a growing number of victims of sex trafficking in Albania - Copyright AFP KAREN MINASYAN 'Maria' is one of a growing number of victims of sex ...