Analysis of Albania's diplomatic relations with the Soviet Union during the years 1948-1959.

Background: This paper aims to shed light on a very intense period of relations between Albania and the Soviet Union (USSR), focusing on the period from 1948 with the intensification of Albania's relations with the USSR until the termination of diplomatic relations in 1959. The paper will overview the USSR's relationship with Albania and its behaviour.

Methods: The paper analyses a specific period between 1948 and 1959 as a case study.