Albania, TikTok

Albania shuts down TikTok for a year amid concerns over violence among children
The Albanian Cabinet decided on Thursday to shut down TikTok for 12 months, blaming the popular video-sharing platform for inciting violence and bullying, especially among children.
TikTok Banned in Albania for Inciting Violence
Learn more about why Albania is banning TikTok, and what it means for the future of the video-sharing social media app.
Albania starts turning off TikTok amid concern over youth violence
TikTok users in Albania are experiencing difficulties accessing the popular short video app after a one-year government ban took effect on Thursday, prompted by concerns that social media is fuelling youth violence in and outside school.
Albania bans TikTok for one year
By Aidą Kadyrzhanova in Prague The Albanian government has officially banned TikTok for 12 months. Access to the platform will be cut off within a week, following a decision by the Council of Ministers.
Explained: Why has Albania banned TikTok for a year?
Albania has enforced a one-year ban on TikTok, citing concerns over cyberbullying and youth violence. The decision follows a November 2023 incident where a dispute on social media led to a fatal stabbing.
'Holding our children hostage': Albania bans TikTok
TikTok has been banned in Albania after authorities in the country ordered all internet service providers to block access to the Chinese-owned social media app. The ban was first announced last December after the killing of a 14-year-old,
Albania Bans TikTok Amid Concerns Over Youth Violence and Censorship Debate
Albania Bans TikTok Amid Concerns Over Youth Violence and Censorship Debate TikTok users in Albania are facing access issues after the governments one-year ban took effect on Thursday. Officials cite concerns that
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Albania shuts down TikTok for a year, blames platform for inciting violence, bullying among children
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Albania to shut down TikTok in coming days
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Environmental groups criticize Albania for delay in probing suspected toxic waste
Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Updated [hour]:[minute] [AMPM] [timezone], [monthFull] [day], [year] TIRANA, Albania (AP) — Environmental ...