In the latest things that make me ashamed to be British…

Good morning from Durres!

Vasfije Krasniqi was just 16 when Serb soldiers took her from her home, kept her and raped her. She was the first woman to speak up after the Kosovo war ended. In her first interview on Albanian TV, she tells me her story. youtu.be/tqemg9JF1i8?si…

On my morning run, ducklings, turtles sunning themselves and some dogs causing traffic

Beautiful day here in Tirana!

Happy gotcha day, Peppa! Adopt don’t shop!

Looking for experts on Musine Kokalari! English speaking would be good if possible!

This week on Inside Albania, in her exclusive first interview with Albanian TV @vasfijekrasniqi talks about her past, her present in advocacy against sexual violence used in conflict, and the future: reducing stigma and empowering victims. Saturday 5pm @euronews_albania

The government of Kosovo plans to introduce same-sex unions in May, Prime Minister Albin Kurti announced on Thursday (25 April), with the measure being part of his country’s efforts to join the Council of Europe. euractiv.com/section/politi…

Photo by Ben Blushi

Until you heal the wounds of the past, the country can never move on. Sad tales from former political prisoners of Albania's brutal communist regime. youtube.com/watch?v=xt2_68…

When you think you can behave anywhere like you are used to at home, but then there is decency, protocol, rules... Kudos to Malta.

Taking a moment from all the trolling to appreciate one of mum’s kittens, Blueberry

Elhame Muçolli was only 14 years old when her house was raided by Serbia’s police forces. 53 civilians—mainly children—were initially fired at as they were all gathered in one room.

She will never be able to forget the deafening screaming of some of the children that were still

#Kosovo President Osmani closing remarks: 'The victims of that (Milosevic) regime, mr Vucic are standing right here. Take a moment and apologize to them, show everyone if you have even a little glimpse of humanity left in you”.

This delegation and this photo deserves recognition as a seminal moment in the annals of the United Nations' diplomatic history. #Kosovo #UN #Genocide

The EU and US appear to diverge on the outcome of the Sunday referendum with the EU failing to answer key questions on Serbian interference and punitive measures

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President Vjosa Osmani's strategic decision to bring four women who embody Serbia's crimes in Kosovo to the UN Security Council meeting is a brilliant political move. By showcasing the direct victims of the policies represented by Vučić, the weight of his words, as a