Tirana Politics: The Socialist Party will meet Wednesday amid internal tensions over its newly approved territorial reform, while anti-government protests in the capital have entered their 134th day. Imprisoned Tirana Mayor Erion Veliaj has also addressed residents through an AI-generated video as he awaits trial on corruption charges, which he denies. Public Safety: A car bomb in Gjirokastër killed the driver and injured a passenger; police are investigating. Separately, clashes between football fans outside Air Albania Stadium prompted police intervention before the Tirana–Partizani derby. EU Integration: Albania has closed a fourth chapter in its EU accession talks and is among four candidates due to receive new membership roadmaps later this month; the plans offer guidance, not a timetable for joining. Economy and Environment: Inflation eased to 2.9% in September, but transport costs rose sharply and food prices continued to pressure households. Elbasan faces renewed scrutiny over toxic industrial waste and pollution, against a backdrop of corruption scandals linked to past cleanup projects. Weather: Heavy rain and thunderstorms brought flood and landslide risks, while deadly flooding was reported in Albania and Montenegro earlier in the week.