Albania

    🇦🇱 Former Albanian President Ilir Meta was detained on corruption charges, sparking accusations of political motivation ahead of national elections. Meta, who denies the allegations, faces charges of passive corruption, money laundering, and failing to declare wealth.

    🇮🇹 Italy transfers migrants held in Albania back to its shores after a court ruling blocks Rome’s plan to outsource asylum processing. Meloni’s far-right, anti-refugee government, vowing to appeal, faces legal hurdles in their attempt at redefining “safe” countries.