During the discussions, representatives from the National Cyber ​​Security Authority (AKSK), the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (MEPJ), and the Audiovisual Media Authority (AMA) emphasized the importance of a comprehensive, coordinated response.

Bledar Kazia, Director General of the National Cyber ​​Security Authority, stated that “The true target of the attacks is public trust.”

Kazia added that technology and the use of artificial intelligence have made information manipulation more sophisticated and scalable. According to him, cyber incidents are often accompanied by targeted disinformation campaigns aimed at the public; the primary target is not merely technical infrastructure, but rather citizens’ trust in democratic institutions and the country’s European path. Kazia highlighted that Albania, as a NATO member and an EU candidate country, is strengthening its defense capabilities, including the establishment of dedicated teams for open-source intelligence investigation.

Meanwhile, the Deputy Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Megi Fino emphasized that the rapid verification of news, strategic and credible communication with citizens regarding the EU integration process and the deepening of international cooperation with NATO, the EU, and the Hybrid Centre remain key pillars in this process.

“EU integration brings increased attention and potentially makes the region more of a target for foreign manipulation, which requires daily institutional coordination,” said Fino.

On her part, AMA Chairwoman Armela Krasniqi addressed the regulatory challenges facing the media landscape in the digital age.

Krasniqi highlighted the initiatives undertaken by the authority to establish direct channels of cooperation with major global platforms like TikTok and X (Twitter) to address citizen complaints and harmful content.

Meanwhile, Martha Turnbull, Director of the Hybrid Influence Community of Interest at Hybrid CoE, remarked that, “The historical examples we have seen of Iranian cyber activity targeting Albania serve as a truly concrete example.”

“The information environment in which we are currently operating across Europe remains a constant target for hybrid threat actors, particularly regarding disinformation. I would not say that Albania is exempt from this, as I believe all European countries are affected by these threats,” she emphasized. /p.s./

The statement released by the Federal Republic of Germany’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs declared that Albania, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czechia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, the UK and the US condemn the growing number of state threats from Iranian intelligence services in our respective territories.

The signatories of the statement consider these types of attacks, regardless of the target, as violations of our sovereignty and are committed to working together to prevent these illegal actions from happening in their respective territories.

“We are united in our opposition to the attempts of Iranian intelligence services to kill, kidnap, and harass people in Europe and North America in clear violation of our sovereignty. These Services are increasingly collaborating with international criminal organisations to target journalists, dissidents, Jewish citizens, and current and former officials in Europe and North America. This is unacceptable.

We consider these types of attacks, regardless of the target, as violations of our sovereignty. We are committed to working together to prevent these actions from happening and we call on the Iranian authorities to immediately put an end to such illegal activities in our respective territories,” the statement concluded.

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Bekim Kupina, media advisor to President Osmani, said in a press statement that this week’s threat was just part of the continued threats against Kosovo head of state.

Kupina criticized security authorities for their “failure to act” in these cases.

“Despite dozens of threats – mostly death threats – no actions have been undertaken over the years,” he stated.

According to Kupina, “in most cases, the threats are issued by individuals with names and family names, and identifiable profiles.” However, he declined to provide more details on the threats and the sender.

He said the threat is being treated seriously and has been forwarded to the relevant security institutions.

“The threat was sent to the official email of the President’s office,” Kupina told local media.

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Speaking at a joint press conference with the Prime Minister Edi Rama in Tirana, US Secretary “this is not an active capability, but it is a potential one that we’re taking very, very seriously.”

“And I would expect that we’ll have more to say soon – in fact, very soon – so stay tuned for that. And, of course, we’re also conferring with allies and partners on this issue,” Blinken added.

“The President’s focus, President Biden’s focus, is on the security of the United States and its people.    That’s where his focus is,” he stated.

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Türkiye took command of NATO’s Kosovo Force (KFOR) last October, with Ulutas formally taking charge at a ceremony in the capital Pristina.

The Turkish commander said the people of Kosovo want to live in permanent peace and security.

“KFOR has been providing a safe and secure environment for all communities in Kosovo for some 25 years. We will continue our efforts to prevent tensions from escalating and I’d like to assure you that we are ready to respond to any threat,” he said.

“The Belgrade-Pristina dialogue by providing the necessary safe environment for diplomatic efforts to progress, lasting peace and stability for all people living in Kosovo is the only way,” Ulutas said, reiterating that KFOR will continue its mission in Kosovo as long as needed.

He said that KFOR boosted its presence and patrols last September after a clash broke out in the village of Banjska in northern Kosovo.

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He also said that the cooperation between the High Prosecutorial Council and the Prosecutor’s Office should be efficient and according to the provisions in the Constitution.

Another concern expressed by the chief prosecutor is the threat against two prosecutors.

“Everyone has followed with concern the reports about the endangered lives of two of our colleagues due to their duty. While on the one hand these facts are serious and should be punished according to the law, on the other hand they should make us more united with each other and understand that these are obstacles that we can overcome only by staying together, through dedication to the job. This attitude alone will discourage anyone who thinks that through threats or serious acts of violence aimed at the lives of magistrates, they can obstruct justice,” said Çela.

In the end, Çela underlined that the work of the Prosecutor’s Office, beyond the problems, also has achievements.

“There are many reasons why we should be proud of what we do every day in our work. I want to bring to the attention of everyone inside or outside this hall that there are tens of thousands of criminal offenses that are investigated by you and there are tens of thousands of perpetrators who receive punishment every year in the courts thanks to your work”, he said./p.s./

“The UK is concerned about threats against investigators, prosecutors and judges in Albania,” British Embassy said in a post on the social media.

British Embassy stated that “everyone working in the justice system must be free to carry out their work without fear or favour.”

“The UK will continue to support them in their vital mission to keep Albanian citizens safe,” the Embassy stated.

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In a post on the social media, the U.S. Embassy stated it is “deeply concerned about the threats of violence against law enforcement officials who are working to make Albania safe, prosperous, and more democratic.”

According to the Embassy, investigators, prosecutors, and judges must be able to carry out their duties without threats or intimidation.

“The United States affirms its unwavering support for Albania’s law enforcement officials bravely fighting corruption and organized crime and stands ready to support their efforts,” the Embassy said in its statement.

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