Public Services Upgrade: Free public Wi‑Fi has been rolled out across every Albanian municipality via the EU-backed WiFi4WB programme, covering squares, parks, libraries, schools and cultural sites. Social Protection: A new draft law would require municipalities to deliver emergency social care within 24 hours when life, health or safety is at risk, with free support for those who qualify. Digital Cooperation: Albania has been approved to join the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) as a member state, alongside seven others, potentially expanding the group from 16 to 24 countries. Wildfire Response: Albania reported 34 wildfire outbreaks in 24 hours, with five still active; authorities deployed hundreds of personnel, vehicles and aircraft, including helicopters, while saying there’s no threat to populated areas. Justice & Accountability: The High Prosecutorial Council raised the reference salary used for prosecutors’ pay, and police officers were suspended after leaked arrest photos of a businessman linked to SPAK. EU Path & Standards: Albania is preparing rules for future EU budget payments and adopting EU transport standards for roads, railways, ports and airports. Politics in Tirana: Prime Minister Edi Rama is set to meet Tirana Socialists amid tensions at City Hall after Mayor Veliaj revoked a delegation of powers to deputy mayor Anuela Ristani. Regional Tensions: Albania denied involvement in Montenegro’s alleged hybrid destabilisation claims, as Montenegro’s leaders continue to cite “operational security information” without naming countries. Economy & Costs: Fuel prices remain a pressure point, with Albania still reporting the highest diesel price in the region. Security: RENEA and Korçë police searched for a man wanted over an 18-year murder sentence; prison authorities also began using armoured vans for high-risk inmate transfers.