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Albania
Albania is a nation in Southeastern Europe and a candidate for E.U. membership. Its economy has been supported by a booming tourism sector and strong services and construction industries. In 2025, Albania made swift progress in its accession talks, opening 27 of 33 negotiation chapters.
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Human Rights Council demands nations halt arms transfers to Israel
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